Our Facilities
Introducing our purpose-built Research and Innovation Centre at Clatterbridge Hospital for researchers to conduct their studies.
About
The team is based at the Wirral Research and Innovation Centre, which officially opened in September 2024 following a successful funding bid from the research network to refurbish the former vaccine hub. The centre has been purposefully designed to support smooth and efficient patient flow, beginning with the provision of free on-site parking.
The facility is fully equipped with a laboratory featuring a centrifuge, -20°C and -80°C freezers, and a dedicated pharmacy for secure, on-site storage of study medication in lockable cabinets and a 4°C fridge. Site documentation is stored in secure tambour units, and dedicated desk space is available for use by external monitors. An additional archive room is also available for long-term record storage.
Current capacity includes three clinical pods, with the infrastructure in place to expand by two additional pods as needed.
Benefits for patients and researchers
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Free on-site parking directly adjacent to the centre for easy access
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Comfortable, quiet environment designed to support a calm experience during visits and procedures
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Private consultation rooms to ensure confidentiality and patient comfort
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Welcoming waiting area with space for patients and visitors
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State-of-the-art laboratory for on-site sample processing
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Secure sample storage, including -80°C and -20°C freezers
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Essential clinical equipment available on-site, including blood pressure monitors, scales, secure medication storage, and emergency equipment