Once your study begins, you must manage ongoing responsibilities such as oversight, protocol amendments, recruitment, safety reporting, and end-of-study notifications. Recruitment figures NHS Lothian’s research funding depends on accurate recruitment data. By sharing your monthly figures, you help protect vital research resources like staff time, labs, imaging, and pharmacy support. Reporting and transparency Making research results public is a vital part of responsible research. All studies, whether they show positive, negative, or inconclusive findings, must share their outcomes. This supports future research, builds public trust, and respects the contribution of participants. This article was published on 2025-03-17