Research projects

We are committed to advancing the field of emergency medical care through innovative research. Our research projects aim to improve patient outcomes, enhance our services and improve the lives of our staff.

Research projects

  • Completed

    Paramedic

    Summary: This study tested a mechanical device which delivers chest compressions, to see if it improved patient outcomes compared to ambulance crews doing the same task.

  • Open

    GHoSt

    Summary: This study is to develop a rapid, non-invasive lateral flow test to help ambulance crews make decisions about patients with suspected stroke.

  • Open

    SPEEDY

    SPEEDY is the specialist pre-hospital redirection for ischaemic stroke thrombectomy study.

  • Upcoming

    PACKMaN

    PACKMaN is a double-blind, randomised controlled trial of ketamine versus morphine for prehospital patients with traumatic pain.