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About the RDF

We want to see health & care improvement through quality research
rooted in our organisations and systems, enabled by an
effective and valued R&D workforce.

The Research & Development Forum (RDF) began in 1998 to bring together Research Managers and Directors working in R&D Departments across the NHS.

Since this time the RDF has grown to reflect the changes in an R&D function, welcoming the breadth of professional, patient and public roles and those working right across the health and care landscape.

RDF is now a UK-wide, self-funding non-profit organisation, with strong partnerships right across the health R&D community. We have a broad membership and as such we are uniquely placed to bring insight and expertise to our stakeholders and the Forum as a whole.

Our Work
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Our Work

We work together as a community to lead, shape, help, connect and thrive
Our Purpose
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Our Purpose

Our purpose is to bring the health & care R&D community together.
Our People
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Our People

We bring the R&D Community together. Find out more about our network of people and groups.