Our research is helping improve patient safety through practical, evidence-based solutions.

Research Highlights

AI tool and AMR score improve antibiotic safety

Two new tools provide a practical approach to measuring antimicrobial resistance and supporting safer, more consistent antibiotic prescribing across the NHS.

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Making second-person medication checking more effective

Identifying where second-person medication checking has the greatest impact could improve patient safety and make better use of NHS staff time.

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Research Highlights

Safer remote care for women with gestational diabetes

Understanding when and for whom remote care works could help improve pregnancy outcomes and reduce inequalities for women with gestational diabetes.

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Shaping the safe adoption of AI scribes in the NHS

New evidence on the benefits and risks of AI digital scribes could support their safe and effective use in NHS primary care.

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Research Highlights: Set 3

Improving medication safety with barcode systems

Research is helping identify how barcode medication systems can be used effectively to reduce medication errors and improve patient safety.

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Reducing harm from adverse drug reactions

Clearer recording and communication of adverse drug reactions could help reduce avoidable medication-related harm.

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Using AI to improve hospital discharge communication

AI translation tools could help improve communication at hospital discharge, supporting safer care and more equitable access to information for non-English speakers.

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