Mighty oaks from small acorns grow: The development and maturation of public involvement in research in Hertfordshire

2014 Conference

Abstract: The Public Involvement in Research (PIRG) at the University of Hertfordshire now forms an integral part of research activities within the institution. Over the last decade, the group has developed into a highly proactive, valued and experienced component of research activity within the Centre for Research in Primary and Community Care (CRIPACC). The PIRG has an expansive role that includes recruitment and teaching as well as its research activities.

We will present the levels of involvement of the group, reflecting the growing diversity of roles and applications. The poster will utilize the involvement model – consultation, collaboration and user controlled – to explore the journey of the PIRG, its contribution to a wide range of research studies throughout this spectrum, as well as at a strategic level and in regional research initiatives such as the Collaborations for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care (CLAHRCs).

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