Research and Development at LSCFT

01/09/2026

Today, 1 September, marks the start of World Alzheimer's Month. During September, we'll be sharing the stories of people taking part in dementia research and clinical trials, highlighting how research is helping to improve lives and drive progress in the fight against dementia. Stay tuned to learn more about the people behind the research and why their involvement matters.

🧠💜 Today marks the beginning of World Alzheimer’s Month - a time to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, challenge misconceptions and highlight the vital role research plays in changing lives.

But awareness is just the beginning. You can help make a difference by taking part in dementia research.

Through Join Dementia Research, you can register your interest and be matched with research studies looking at better ways to understand, diagnose, treat and prevent dementia.

Whether you’re living with dementia, caring for someone, have concerns about your memory, or simply want to contribute to research - there could be a study for you.

Every participant helps researchers improve treatments and care for those affected by dementia.

💜 Register today and find out which dementia research studies you could take part in: https://www.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk/

19/06/2026

Today is 'wear it Red4Research' day!

A chance to celebrate everyone who participating, supporting, and undertaking research.

A big shout out to all of our fantastic research participants across Lancashire and South Cumbria and to our dedicated Research and Development team at Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust who make research possible.

Research and the advances in treatment and healthcare it brings would not be possible without you! Thank you for making research happen ❤️

05/06/2026

Emma's struggle with food began in childhood.

Her journey with an eating disorder has been long and challenging, but it has also been filled with moments of hope and resilience.

When Emma's therapist told her about the EDGI study, she felt a spark of hope. ✨

The study is the UK's largest ever research project into eating disorders. It aims to understand the role that genetics and the environment play in the development of these illnesses.

EDGI UK is one of the many studies you can be part of through Be Part of Research.

Taking part in health and care research is one of the easiest and most powerful ways we can help ensure a healthier, happier future for ourselves, our loved ones and our whole society.

Could you take part? Click the link in the comments to sign-up. ⬇️

27/05/2026

Do you support a partner with bipolar while raising a child together?

We want to hear from you 💬

Caring for someone with bipolar while co-parenting can bring unique challenges—but your experiences can help shape better support for others.

This research is working with carers to understand what support is needed and create a toolkit for professionals.

✅ Who can take part:
• Partner of someone with bipolar
• Living together with a child (under 18)

📅 Recruiting until 31 October 2026
📩 Interested? Get in touch: [email protected]

Please consider sharing to help us reach those who could take part 💙

24/05/2026

This Dementia Action Week, we want to say thank you 💙

Research wouldn’t be possible without people who are willing to share their experiences and take part. Their contributions help challenge stigma, improve understanding and shape better support for the future.

Could you or someone you know get involved?
👉 Contact our team at: [email protected]

23/05/2026

This Dementia Action Week, we want to say thank you 💙

Research wouldn’t be possible without people who are willing to share their experiences and take part. Their contributions help challenge stigma, improve understanding and shape better support for the future.

Could you or someone you know get involved?
👉 Contact our team at: [email protected]

22/05/2026

🧠 Study spotlight: ADAGIO-2

We’re supporting the ADAGIO-2 study, exploring new treatments to help manage agitation in people with Alzheimer’s disease.

Agitation can be one of the most challenging symptoms for people living with dementia and their families. This study is testing whether new medications can help reduce distress and improve day-to-day wellbeing.

By focusing on symptoms that matter most to patients and carers, this research could help improve quality of life and support better care.

📅 Recruiting until June 2028
📩 Interested in taking part or learning more? Contact our research team: [email protected]

21/05/2026

🧠 Study spotlight: COBALT

We’re supporting the COBALT study, looking at ways to improve treatment for people living with Lewy body dementia and Parkinson’s disease dementia.

These conditions can be complex and challenging, and while current medications can help, researchers are now exploring whether combining treatments could further improve memory, daily functioning, and quality of life.

This study is helping to build the evidence for more effective, personalised care for people living with these types of dementia.

📅 Recruiting until December 2026
📩 Interested in taking part or learning more? Contact our research team: [email protected]

20/05/2026

💙 Dementia Action Week 💙

Taking part in research can make a real difference.

As LSCft research participant Graham says:
“Taking part in a study has meant that we have regular support as well as the opportunity to help others who face a diagnosis in the future.”

👉 If you’d like to find out more about taking part in research, get in touch with our team at [email protected] or speak to your care team.