Exciting News: IMPACT Shortlisted for CIHT Research Award

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CIHT RESEARCH AWARD NOMINEE

IMPACT: The Centre for Post-collision Research, Innovation and Translation part of the Devon Air Ambulance, National Fire Chiefs Council, The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, The Road Safety Trust, College of Paramedics

This award recognises an outstanding piece of research aiming to improve the industry by addressing specific, critical problems in the highways and transportation sector.

The Faculty of Pre-hospital Care involvement has included producing the Consensus Statement on Extrication Following a Motor Vehicle Collision and continues to work in collaboration with IMPACT on the practicable application and future research. Being part of this remarkable work is an honour for the Faculty.

“I am thrilled to be included in this prestigious nomination on behalf of FPHC and all those who have contributed to this vital work. It fits entirely with our mission and and aims, both to improve patient care and work collaboratively with partners to share knowledge and facilitate research to achieve this.”

Dr Pam Hardy, Chair, FPHC

IMPACT: The Centre for Post-collision Research, Innovation and Translation

IMPACT, the Centre for Post-collision Research, Innovation and Translation, is a collaborative initiative involving several organisations, including the Devon Air Ambulance, National Fire Chiefs Council, the Faculty of Pre-hospital Care of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, The Road Safety Trust, and the College of Paramedics. This Centre is dedicated to advancing post-collision care and safety through innovative research and practical solutions.

The Centre for Post-collision Research, Innovation and Translation focuses on enhancing the response and care provided after road traffic collisions. By leveraging the expertise of the organisations involved, they aim to develop and implement strategies that save lives and improve outcomes for those involved in accidents. The research addresses key issues in post-collision care, from emergency response protocols to long-term rehabilitation strategies.

Find out more about IMPACT here 

Recognition by CIHT

Being shortlisted for the CIHT Research Award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of IMPACT and their partners. The CIHT Awards celebrate the best in the highways and transportation industry, highlighting projects and research that drive progress and innovation. We are honoured to be recognised among such distinguished nominees and look forward to the awards ceremony.

Find out more about the CIHT Awards and the impressive nominees here!