Wales Office of Research and Development for Health and Social Care (WORD)
WORD develops, in consultation with partners, policy on research and development (R&D) to reflect the health and social care priorities of the Welsh Assembly Government.
WORD aims to support the creation of high-quality evidence to both inform policy and benefit patients and the public.
WORD also commissions and directly funds R&D activity, contract managing projects and initiatives to ensure that the highest standards are met.
From here, you can access information about the work of WORD, including its main responsibilities, aims and policies. Details are also available on the Health and Social Care research and development infrastructure and networks in Wales. Information on funding opportunities for Health and Social Care researchers based in Wales can also be found in this section.
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