Discover research methods for long-term conditions in podcast

Featuring Professor Laura Gray, a leading expert in medical statistics at the University of Leicester and ARC East Midlands Theme Lead for Data2Health theme, the episode discusses the importance of robust research methods and the unique challenges faced in studying MLTCs.

She also emphasises the significance of patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) in shaping research outcomes.

Professor Gray said: “Getting the right methods in research is vital for improving outcomes for people living with multiple long-term conditions. We need to ensure that our approaches truly reflect the complexities of these patients’ experiences.

“Members of the public bring unique insights that can enhance our understanding and improve research relevance.”

The full podcast episode is available here:

Additionally, Professor Gray leads the PPI-SMART group at the University of Leicester, which brings together statistical methodologists and public contributors to advance research in this area. 

The group develops resources aimed at enhancing the quality of PPIE in research while helping public contributors feel more confident in their support for this work.

The resources, including an animation and a glossary of terms, can be accessed here: https://leicesterbrc.nihr.ac.uk/ppismart/ppismart-animation/

Chronic Conversations is a podcast series hosted by the NIHR ARC East Midlands – the leading national ARC for research on multiple long-term conditions. The series aims to bring together experts and people with lived experience to share evidence-based insights on managing complex, long-term health conditions.

To listen to all the episodes of the Chronic Conversations podcast, click here.