Research

Role of the NSGCCE in skin research

The Nottingham Support Group for Carers of Children with Eczema plays a role in eczema research. Some of its patient/carer members have taken part in the research and development of guidelines and studies, while doctors and nurses linked to the Group are active in carrying out eczema research.

Why patient and carer views are important for research

Research takes time and money. The Nottingham Support Group for Carers of Children with Eczema wants to ensure that these resources are well used when it comes to any eczema research. To find out more about the value of patient and carer participation in the design and management of research, please see: 

• The James Lind Alliance Guidebook ("Why set priorities for research; and why include patients and clinicians") 
• Research & Innovation - Patient and Public Involvement

Getting involved

Learn more about getting involved in research:

• Skin research patient panel: the Centre of Evidence Based Dermatology runs training events for patient who would like to help with the design and conduct of skin research
• INVOLVE: supports patient and public involvement in NHS research
• Patient Involvement: provides details of patient involvement in the National Institute for Health Research

Current Research & Trials

• Ongoing eczema research at the Centre of Evidence Based Dermatology 
• Clinical Trials for atopic eczema and Trials Gateway provide details of ongoing eczema trials in the UK
• Healthtalk - INVOLVE: on-line videos of  patients involved in research
• BEEP trial
• Bath Additivies for the Treatment of Childhood Eczema - BATHE Trial  
• Best Emollient for Eczema - BEE study
• Trial of Eczema Eczema allergy Screening Tests- Test study