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.

Help us maintain research funding

NHS Lothian’s research funding from the Chief Scientist Office depends on study recruitment. The more eligibly funded projects and participants we record, the more support we can secure for vital research resources such as:

  • Researcher time and fellowships
  • Imaging, labs, and pharmacy services
  • Research design and statistical support
  • Clinical trials and research management

How you can help

We need accurate monthly recruitment figures for every study in NHS Lothian.

By sharing this information, you’re helping to protect and grow Lothian’s research infrastructure.