Research
The South West Secure Data Environment (SDE) will enable new and groundbreaking research.
From improving clinical trials to enabling population studies, the South West SDE will open new possibilities for the use of health and care data for research in our region.
What kind of research will the SDE enable?
Potential uses of SDEs include:
- AI and algorithm development: testing, training and validation
- Clinical trials: feasibility, recruitment and follow-up
- Real world studies: safety, effectiveness and cost-effectiveness
- Translational research: academic discovery and implementation of discovery into practice
- Epidemiological studies: large cohorts for population health research
- Health systems research: evaluation of systems or processes, including operation and applied research
How do I propose a project?
If you have a research project idea and would like to develop a costed quote with us, please complete our enquiry form.
If you would like more general information about how the South West SDE could support your research, please get in touch.
You can also request access via the Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) Gateway.
The NHS Research Secure Data Environment Network
The South West SDE is part of the NHS Research Secure Data Environment Network. The network helps approved researchers by simplifying and accelerating secure access to the health and social care data they need.
Research working group members
