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Leaders in research

This page explains how we are leaders in research, producing clinical studies of the highest possible standard. This research will help to improve care for children and young people everywhere.

The importance of research

Last year, over 4,000 children and young people took part in clinical research studies at Alder Hey, more than at any other children’s healthcare provider in the UK.

At any time, there are over 200 clinical research studies taking place; ranging from observational studies to complex, international trials supported by the Clinical Research Facility. Funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and home to researchers, academics, and industry partners, our CRF provides a dedicated environment for leading-edge research, enabling Alder Hey to develop safe studies of complex paediatric medicines and interventions.

Our focus remains on the conditions facing child health, internationally, including obesity, asthma, Cerebral Palsy and cancers (including metabolomics).
For more information about research go to our research section.