NIHR Applied Research Collaboration West (ARC West)

The National Institute for Health and Care Research Applied Research Collaboration West (NIHR ARC West) conducts applied health research with partners and others in the health and care sector, alongside patients and members of the public.

Applied health research aims to address the immediate issues facing the health and social care system. They also help bring research evidence into practice and provide training for the local workforce.

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The Evaluation and Evidence toolkits go hand in hand. Using and generating evidence to inform decision making is vital to improving services and people’s lives.

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