Jan 30, 2012 in Collaborative Network, Professional Development A guest blog by research nurse Ethna McFerran Research nurse conference – ‘Be the change you want to see in the world’ Mahatma Ghandi As I walked to the first research nurse conference, through the maze of buildings at … Continue reading
Nov 28, 2011 in Collaborative Network, Professional Development, Research The first research nurse professional development day was held this year at Imperial College London. Around 75 nurses gathered together in the Council Room of the Rector’s Lodge to listen, share and discuss the emergence of this new role, how … Continue reading
Nov 21, 2011 in Lab Skills, Research A quick guide on the basics of centrifugation What to do for before using a centrifuge? Ensure that the rotor is free of spillage and damage. Look to see if the adaptors are the correct size for your blood tubes. … Continue reading
Aug 21, 2011 in Research This summer a wonderful new Induction Framework for Clinical Research Staff was launched by the UKCRF Education Group. This Induction Framework is the result a year-long project by the Education and Training Stream of the UKCRF to offer new staff … Continue reading
Jul 14, 2011 in Lab Skills, Research The Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre (ECMC) Research Nurse Steering Committee was established to support nurses, including research nurses, working in early phase and translational clinical research. As the group has developed it has increased the training and educational support offered … Continue reading