Our partners

AECC University College

With a mission to create a healthier society through education, research and clinical care, AECC University College prides itself on innovation and has a rich history of pioneering advances within the health sector. For over 50 years, the College has been a leader in musculoskeletal health and wellbeing, with expertise in areas such as physiotherapy, psychology, radiology and imaging sciences. Find out about research at AECC.

Bournemouth University

With its internationally recognised and world-leading research, BU works together with regional healthcare partners to help people live better, healthier lives and age well. From enhancing the nutritional welfare of people with dementia, to using virtual reality technology to train nurses and surgeons, BU’s work contributes to a happier, healthier society. BU is a catalyst for growth in the region, with regional partnerships in healthcare, business and sport. Discover research at BU.

University of Portsmouth

With its world-leading research, the University of Portsmouth is committed to identifying and solving problems which enrich lives and create lasting impact. UoP works with local and global partners in education, industry, the public sector and wider community to achieve its mission of creating, sharing and applying knowledge which can make a difference to individuals and society. Discover research and innovation at UoP.

University of Southampton

With world-class teaching and research activities, UoS works with industry, governments and research institutions to explore some of the biggest challenges facing humanity.  From improving cancer treatments to optimising renewable energy, UoS aims to create, share and apply knowledge which can transform lives and change the world for the better. Read more about research at UoS.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight

HIOW ICB is the statutory organisation responsible for setting the strategic plan for the NHS to deliver its part of the health and care strategy. Covering Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton, it aims to support local people with improving their health, happiness, wealth and wellbeing.

NHS Dorset

NHS Dorset is responsible for planning to meet the healthcare needs of people and communities in Dorset, and aims to make the county a healthy place to live. Working with partners, NHS Dorset aspires to improve outcomes in population health and healthcare, tackle inequalities in outcome and access, enhance productivity and value for money, and help the NHS deliver broader social and economic development.

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Working with its health and social care partners, DCHFT aims to improve the wellbeing of its local communities, delivering outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them. Clinical research is a key focus within the Trust, and it strives to turn research findings into new or improved clinical practice for patients. The Trust hosts research funded by external organisations and the life science industry, alongside developing its own portfolio of studies. Read about research at DCHFT.

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

With integrated healthcare services at 300 locations across Dorset and beyond, DHUFT aims to achieve excellent clinical outcomes and empower people to make the most of their lives. Recognising the vital role of research and innovation in quality improvement and the delivery of outstanding quality care, DHUFT supports a wide programme of research and utilises innovation to drive and inform transformation so that it can continue to deliver evidence-based care and develop expertise through research into practice. Find out more about research and development at DHUFT.

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Serving around 600,000 people across Hampshire, HHFT aims to provide outstanding care for every patient and improve the health and wellbeing of its local community by engaging healthcare professionals, patients, carers, students and the public in the design and delivery of health and care research. Its latest research strategy focuses on driving a research active culture, developing evidence to inform practice and innovating for a sustainable future. Discover research and development at HHFT.

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Working to drive excellence in care for patients and communities, PHU aims to support people to live healthier lives for longer, and offer care in the right place, at the right time. With a reputation for award-winning research and development, PHU pioneers new medical advances to benefit patients, and uses its research and development expertise to support improvement and innovation. Read more about research at PHU.

Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust

Southern Health provides a wide range of mental health, physical health and learning disability services for people across Hampshire, and aims to deliver outstanding treatment and care that improves lives. SHFT ensures its patients have access to new therapies and technologies, and its research and innovation team work hard to provide clinical research opportunities, helping to develop new treatments and knowledge for better healthcare, and build the evidence for new approaches that are safe and effective. Learn more about research and innovation at SHFT.

Solent NHS Trust

Solent NHS Trust provides community and mental health services for Southampton, Portsmouth and parts of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Its dedicated team of over 6,000 staff deliver compassionate, person-centred care to people close to home, at all stages of their lives. Its Academy of Research and Improvement aims to equip staff, patients and community members with the skills and confidence to identify areas that could be improved, and the tools they need to manage projects and measure impact. Find out more about research, innovation, Quality Improvement and Clinical Effectiveness at Solent.

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Based on the south coast of England, the Trust serves a population of more than 800,000 people, reaching as far as Purbeck, the New Forest and South Wiltshire, and collectively employing more than 9,000 members of staff. UHD is committed to improving care through research, and at any one time there are approximately 400 studies taking place in its services and facilities across the Trust. Find out about research at UHD.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton is a leading university teaching hospital, able to deliver treatments for virtually every condition where one exists, whilst leading groundbreaking research to expand its portfolio further. UHS is home to range of research facilities and infrastructure, and is committed to improving current treatments, medicines and care, as well as developing new and better ones, diagnosing diseases and conditions earlier or more accurately, and preventing people from developing them. Find out about research at UHS.

Health Innovation Wessex

Health Innovation Wessex identifies best practice in healthcare to drive the adoption and spread of innovation for a healthier Wessex. By working in partnership with its member organisations and industry, it is uniquely placed to support the NHS in increasing its contribution to the economy.