Supporting development and innovation

Science and research are key elements in pharmacy. Robust evidence ensures safe, high-quality treatments and interventions are available to patients and the public. Research, audit, improvement and evaluation provide us with the knowledge and evidence to continually improve outcomes.
We help our members understand the role of science, research and evaluation in practice, develop their knowledge skills, and assist in the generation of knowledge and evidence.
Why are research and evaluation important?
Quality services and effective patient care are underpinned by evidence
We believe all pharmacy professionals should engage, support and lead research.
Our research and evaluation guide provides essential guidance across the research cycle.
Undertaking research and evaluation projects should draw on the skills you already possess, and further develop your expertise in leadership, collaborative working, management and education. taking part in research activities, such as clinical trials or even a local quality improvement project, will also allow you to prove the value of pharmacy to patient care, and play a part in improving services offered to patients.