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    EP1.06 - Mesothelioma (ID 196)

    • Event: WCLC 2019
    • Type: E-Poster Viewing in the Exhibit Hall
    • Track: Mesothelioma
    • Presentations: 1
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    • Coordinates: 9/08/2019, 08:00 - 18:00, Exhibit Hall
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      EP1.06-05 - The British Lung Foundation Mesothelioma Research Network: An International Collaborative Research Platform (Now Available) (ID 692)

      08:00 - 18:00  |  Author(s): Stephen Gray

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      Background

      The British Lung Foundation’s Mesothelioma Research Network (MRN) brings together basic science and clinical researchers in the field of mesothelioma to share knowledge, skills and resources. It aims to facilitate research progress and improve patient outcomes. International researchers are encouraged to join.

      Method

      The MRN was launched in October 2017. Success is measured against performance indicators including member numbers and member feedback. Member surveys were conducted in July and December 2018.

      Result

      • The MRN has over 130 members ranging from PhD students to departmental heads and includes non-UK based researchers.

      • In May 2018, 4 early-career MRN members were financially supported to attend the International Mesothelioma Interest Group (iMig) conference.

      • The first annual MRN Research Day (held June 2018, London, UK) was attended by 85 researchers. Evaluation showed that 85% of responders rated the programme as excellent or good and 86% felt the event would impact positively on their future research.

      • In the December 2018 members survey:

      - 77% of responders felt that being a member of the MRN helped them in their work as a researcher and 95% would recommend being an MRN member to a colleague.

      - 9 responders had contacted other members of the Network to access expertise or resources, and 5 of the 9 felt this contact had formed or could form research collaborations.

      • In December 2018, a British Lung Foundation collaborative grant call was launched exclusively for MRN members. The award, which will pump-prime new ideas in mesothelioma research, will be made in June 2019.

      Conclusion

      A year and a half since launch, the MRN has established itself as a valued resource for UK researchers. There will be a significant drive to increase international members in 2019.

      The MRN is supported by the Victor Dahdaleh Charitable Foundation.

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