Welcome to the RIK department
Who we are
We are a dynamic team of clinical researchers, innovators, and knowledge specialists working together to transform healthcare delivery. Our department brings together expertise from various disciplines to tackle complex health challenges and pioneer new approaches to patient care.
Our main areas of focus
Research
We innovate healthcare solutions through creative collaboration and strategic partnerships.
Innovation
We work with industry leaders to create innovative healthcare solutions, fostering a culture of creativity and problem-solving.
Knowledge
We have a comprehensive library service which supports evidence-based practice to promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
Key studies
Governance
Impact
What impact is our research having? We share real time examples of the benefits of our research projects, studies and trials on our impact page.
R&D SOPS
Researchers should visit this page regularly to ensure that they are aware of and working to the latest SOPs relevant to their research.
Training
Training and skills section.
News highlights
NHS Fife to manage national SBRI - Reducing Drug deaths innovation Challenge
NHS Fife agrees new partnership with the university of St Andrews
Our Annual Reports
Our partners
We are happy to be working with these healthcare partners.
Love research - why not get involved?
As a member of the public, you can help us in so many ways. We need:
- People who, through their lived experience of a particular condition or service, can contribute to furthering our understanding of that area
- Those who are happy to add to the quality of our research by a bringing different point of view and challenging our ‘lab’ presumptions
- People to inform the design and focus of research, ensuring researchers ask the right questions in a way that the public understands
- Members of the public to help us to shape best practice for patient and public participation in the field of research and development
Get involved!
Join a study or become part of the research team by advising on research, designing documents and studies or even carrying out research.
Accessible formats
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