Evaluation of a novel mechanical ventilator to enhance patient safety and pandemic preparedness
The aim of this research is to test this new ventilator on patients for the first time.
Link to organisation:
https://research.uhs.nhs.uk/take-part/help-shape-our-research
Full description:
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.
Opportunity Deadline
18th October 2026
Payment:
27.50/hour plus £5.00 data allowance for online meetings
Expenses:
PPIE is costed into this study, expenses will be covered by the NIHR funding for this study.
Organisation
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
VENTURE is funded by the NIHR and is supported by University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton (UHS) NHS Foundation Trust and the NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre (BRC).
The PPIE Lead Jaime Brown for the VENTURE study is based at UHS and will manage the PPIE with the support of the public co-applicant.
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Details
Topic:
All of health care
Data & technology
Location:
UK wide
Involvement type:
Designing and managing
Undertaking
Disseminating
Implementing
Evaluating impact
Reviewing
What support is offered?
There will be the opportunity to have heavy input into the work packages as well as training, the opportunity to join the team at conferences to co-present and having input into any published work.
Can the work be done from home?
Yes
Suitable for a beginner?
Yes
