I involve people who are affected by heart diseases in shaping future research, ensuring that Heart Research UK is patient led. I developed and deliver the Charity's Patient & Public Involvement (PPI) strategy, refining the model as the project progresses. I am currently recruiting volunteers to be part of the HRUK Research Advisory Group and the HRUK PPI Network, planning PPI activities and embedding them throughout the research grant lifecycle. I provide induction and training to volunteers… Show more I involve people who are affected by heart diseases in shaping future research, ensuring that Heart Research UK is patient led. I developed and deliver the Charity's Patient & Public Involvement (PPI) strategy, refining the model as the project progresses. I am currently recruiting volunteers to be part of the HRUK Research Advisory Group and the HRUK PPI Network, planning PPI activities and embedding them throughout the research grant lifecycle. I provide induction and training to volunteers, as well as ongoing mentoring and support. I also provide high level grants administration to ensure that the research grants-selection, award and monitoring process runs smoothly and I manage and mentor the Grants Administrator. Show less