From the inception, this group has continued to thrive, and now meet on a monthly basis with email communication in between meetings to keep the momentum going. They are involved in several projects and help support many researchers. The LEAR group has:
- Provided expert feedback on the methodology, implementation and dissemination of research projects.
- Evaluated project protocols
- Provided ongoing support to our predictive analytics team on the use of e-health technologies for mental health including specific apps and online tools
- Provided advice on project documents including consent forms, participant information sheets, study resources and recruitment processes.
- Co-produced a service user/carer questionnaire and some in depth interviews regarding the Trusts new ways of working in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Analysis of COVID 19 service evaluation
- Critically reviewed journal papers
- Involved in several areas of research training to help upskill.
