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Scotland’s diverse volunteers urged to Be Part of Research on International Clinical Trials Day
NHS Research Scotland (NRS) is proud to be supporting International Clinical Trials Day (20 May) with this year’s theme of ‘Rethinking Clinical Trials: Inclusivity in Practice’ encouraging more diverse participation
The day is dedicated to celebrating clinical research and research enabled innovation around the world and acknowledges the first randomised clinical trial conducted in May 1747 by Scottish physician James Lind.
NRS believes that research is the single most important way in which we can improve healthcare and ultimately save lives — by helping to identify the best means to prevent, diagnose, and treat conditions, representing an essential part of an effective, modern NHS.
International Clinical Trials Day is an important date for reiterating the message — that while research is helping to shape a modern, innovative health and care system, nothing can be achieved without a diverse group of volunteers.
Scotland’s Chief Scientist (Health) Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak said: “International Clinical Trials Day recognises the importance of clinical research to improving and transforming healthcare and celebrates the vital role that patients and the public can make through their participation in research.
“I encourage people in Scotland to get involved — stepping forward could make a significant difference to the health and care of tomorrow.”
Following piloting, the Be Part of Research service developed by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is now set for full launch across the UK in June 2025 in collaboration with the NHS and Devolved Nations.
- People in Scotland can also register with SHARE, Scotland’s Health Research Register and Biobank, to be kept informed of future research that they could be suitable for
- Read about the experiences of researchers, participants and family
- Sign up to the newsletter for all the latest news and information
- Join a Patient and Public Involvement Group — use your experience as a patient, carer or member of the public to help researchers design and conduct their research studies by participating in these important groups
Follow activity at #ICTD25, #BePartofResearch and at @NHSResearchScot.
Publication date: 20th May 2025
