Research is a core part of NHS business to improve patient health outcomes and advance pharmacy professional roles. Pharmacy is the third largest healthcare profession and yet under represented in health services research.

Launched in January 2024, the NIHR-supported Incubator for Pharmacy Professionals aims to understand and address the limited involvement of pharmacy professionals, including pharmacists and pharmacy technicians across all sectors of pharmacy, in healthcare research. The Incubator will develop strategies to address the research deficit and introduce these strategies across the UK. We also endeavor to provide up to date information on available support, resources, and opportunities for pharmacy professionals to engage with research.