How to spot and stop fraudsters when collecting research data online

by Tess Rugg | Dec 11, 2019 | Our Blog

How to spot and stop fraudsters when collecting research data online Online survey platforms are becoming an increasingly popular method for both quantitative and qualitative data collection.   But there can be some risks involved in collecting data online....

Five amazing reasons why you should use statistics

by Tess Rugg | Nov 20, 2019 | Our Blog

Five amazing reasons why you should use statistics ​Why should you use official statistics in your professional life? What’s so useful about a set of mathematical figures?   You could be a busy researcher, commissioner, journalist, charity campaigner or...

Training staff – making learning fun and interactive

by Evolving Communities | Oct 29, 2019 | Our Blog

Training staff – making learning fun and interactive ​We talk to Dr Sara Nelson, Head of Research and Insight about taking the terror out of focus groups.   The words ‘staff training’ can often inspire dread amongst teams. Thoughts often turn to hours spent in...

Five creative ways to engage with the public in health and care research

by Evolving Communities | Jan 23, 2019 | Our Blog

Five creative ways to engage with the public in health and care research Including public opinions in health and care strategy and planning is of crucial importance to the UK government, as well as public and private sector organisations. Shared decision making with...

How a plate of Caribbean food can help boost your survey engagement

by Evolving Communities | Sep 21, 2018 | Our Blog

How a plate of Caribbean food can help boost your survey engagement Need to find out what a community thinks about an issue? Cook them a hearty meal and see for yourself how food can bring people together, whilst giving you valuable insight into your research project....