Dorset RDSU Services

	Support	Project Development
	Research Programme	Teaching

SUPPORT
	One of our key functions is giving advice on:
	developing research ideas practical issues in planning research research design designing assessments & questionnaires statistical analysis applying for research grants sample size calculations	qualitative research evaluation of services collaboration with other researchers preparing papers for publication use of and help with computer software use of databases & internet for research management of research
	We encourage you to contact the RDSU at the earliest stage of your research in order to enable us to give you the best possible support and advice.
RESEARCH PROGRAMME
	The RDSU is developing a series of research projects around the interface between psychology and medicine. Projects in rheumatology, endocrinology and diabetes have already started. A Mind/Body Network has been set up in Dorset (Mind/Body Network). If you are interested in possible collaboration please contact us.
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
	The RDSU is keen to help staff set up new major research projects. If we are involved at the early planning stage we often become active collaborators, helping with aspects of funding applications, data collection and analysis.
TEACHING
	Annual research day in Dorset. Programme of workshops held at Poole Hospital NHS Trust and other venues (Training).