Research Delivery and Support Unit
The Research Delivery and Support Unit (RDSU) was formed in October 2011 and provides:
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Strong, proactive and responsive relationships with partner organisations
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A focused support service to the clinical studies
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Rigour in our approach to implementation and dissemination to maximise impact
Supported by Engagement Fellow for Commissioners, Helen Scott, these aims will be achieved through a flexible and responsive service offer in four key areas:
1. Stakeholder relationships
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Partner and NIHR liaison
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Research services
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Diffusion Fellows service
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Associates service
2. Communications
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Communications and design service
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Dissemination advice service
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Web services
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Event services
3. Service user and carer involvement (PPI)
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Best practice advice in engaging service users and carers
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Advice on how to access PPI reading review groups
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Information about other PPI research networks
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CLAHRC budget for engagement of service users and carers
4. Governance and performance
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Policy and strategy advice
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Facilities management services
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Financial services
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HR services
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Performance reporting services