Trust Board Febuary 2010 - Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals

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TRUST BOARD
DOCUMENT TITLE: Research and Development Strategy 2009-2011
SPONSORING DIRECTOR:
AUTHOR:
Kam Dhami, Director of Governance
Professor Carl Clarke, Director of Research and Development
DATE OF MEETING: 25 February 2010
SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS:
The Trust’s Research and Development strategy is presented for information.
The strategy identifies the key objectives to be achieved in 2009 - 2011 to fulfil the vision
for research and development within the Trust.
This strategy document will outline the organisational structures and processes required
to support this vision and the changes required to achieve the strategic objectives.
The strategy will be reviewed in 2011 to adapt further to the rapidly changing research
environment in the NHS.
PURPOSE OF THE REPORT (Indicate with ‘x’ the purpose that applies):
Approval Receipt and Noting Discussion
X
ACTIONS REQUIRED, INCLUDING RECOMMENDATION:
To review the strategy.
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