Hampshire Hospitals serves a population of around 600,000 with growth rates exceeding regional and national averages, reflecting its continued development as a commuter and economic hub.
The population is predominantly of working age, supporting strong opportunities for commercial research, while the increasing proportion of older residents aligns with growing demand for research into ageing, frailty, multimorbidity and long-term conditions.
The area also includes urban, rural and dispersed communities, creating opportunities to develop inclusive and decentralised research models that improve equitable access to research participation. Collectively, these demographic characteristics provide a strong platform for delivery of commercial and collaborative research across oncology, cardiovascular disease, chronic disease and population health priorities.
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has an established track record of delivering high-quality research, supported by experienced research delivery and governance teams, embedded clinical leadership, and strong partnerships across the Wessex research system. The Trust benefits from a collaborative organisational culture and growing research infrastructure that supports efficient study delivery, sponsor engagement and expansion of commercial research activity across the region.
Hampshire Hospitals is proud to be a research active trust; it reflects a steadfast contribution to improving health outcomes for patients and provides an opportunity for our experts to gain insight and understanding that will lead to breakthroughs delivering earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment across a number of specialties.
As the home of the Peritoneal Malignancy Institute, a world-leading centre for the treatment of Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP), Hampshire Hospitals demonstrates the value and importance of a centralised focus on the treatment of rare cancers.
By embedding research as part of our culture, we are open to opportunities and agile in response; encouraging staff to lead on and participate in studies that address clinical need – something that is central to attracting and retaining talented, innovative experts.