We work with a range of specialist cardiovascular societies and engage closely with stakeholders across the cardiovascular clinical research spectrum. The BHF CRC is the product of joint planning of these specialist societies and stakeholders
The BHF CRC work alongside specialist cardiology societies to support the development and function of a collaborative network of Research Groups (RG). Research Groups coordinate the clinical research planning and activities with a focus on a:
Each RG is constituted as the research element of one or more of the national specialist professional societies (e.g. Cardiac Surgery Research Group is governed by the British Society of Cardiothoracic Surgeons) . Though each group has its own focus, the BHF CRC encourages collaborative work across groups to facilitate cross cutting, inclusive research which addresses the most important questions
The BHF CRC works in partnership with key stakeholders in cardiovascular care and clinical research including: