Real world studies
Real world studies will transform healthcare by capturing and analysing patient data from everyday clinical settings.
These registries provide valuable insights into how treatments work in real-life scenarios beyond the controlled environment of clinical trials.
By gathering data such as patient-reported outcomes and treatment responses, registries will help healthcare professionals personalise care, improve patient outcomes, and support cutting-edge research.
Whether you are a clinician, researcher, or patient, participating in these studies empower better decision-making and accelerates the advancement of effective treatments.
Active real world studies
The Society for Endocrinology has joined forces with PeopleWith to develop the next generation of real world studies, which will advance understanding and optimise patient care.
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What does this mean for you?
Why your participation matters
Your involvement in the real world studies will improve the quality of care for your patients and support research that will benefit the wider healthcare community. By contributing real world insights, we can create a cycle of continuous improvement, helping patients now and in the future.
Real World Studies registered on the NIHR Associate Principal Investigator (PI) Scheme
The NIHR Associate Principal Investigator (PI) Scheme is a national initiative designed to equip health and care professionals with the skills, experience, and confidence to become the research leaders of tomorrow. By taking part, individuals gain hands on experience in delivering high quality NIHR Portfolio studies while working closely with an experienced Local PI.
The Scheme not only develops future research leaders but also strengthens research culture at participating sites. Local PIs benefit from enhanced leadership and mentorship opportunities, improved study capacity, and stronger collaboration with national study teams.
Whether you are a clinician seeking your first steps in research or a site looking to build sustainable research capability, the Associate PI Scheme offers a supported, practical, and rewarding pathway into clinical research leadership.
The NSAT and PROMMIS studies are registered on the scheme. See the attachment for a summary of what it entails.
For more information, visit the NIHR website.
How can I get involved?
We're working on a condition-by-condition basis, with specific configuration, and targeting over 30 endocrine conditions over the next ten years.
For more information, visit our FAQs section and fill out this form to register your site.
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