We want to find out whether it is safe, easy for staff to use, and suitable for use across the NHS. The research will also help the NHS prepare for rapidly increasing ventilator availability in a future pandemic.

This is a high-priority research project, funded through the NIHR’s ‘fast-track’ funding system. It is a unique opportunity to be involved in a high-profile programme of research that brings together industry, academics, healthcare workers, policy makers and patients.