Partner withDuchenne Hub UK
Duchenne Hub UK was established in 2016 as a partnership between Duchenne UK and the John Walton Muscular Dystrophy Research Centre at Newcastle University.
We believe that every person living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy should have the chance to take part in research.
Clinical trials are essential for developing new treatments and improving care – and we’re here to make it easier for you to bring your trial to the UK.
Through our Duchenne Hub UK Clinical Trial Network, we’ve built a national network of hospital sites with trained staff ready to run Duchenne clinical trials.
Support
Expert support in setting up a trial, including feasibility assessments and recruitment planning.
Database
A national list of patients who want to take part in research so that eligible participants can be reached quickly and fairly.
Education
Providing high-quality education for healthcare professionals involved in Duchenne clinical trials by sharing the latest standards of care, clinical developments, and emerging research.
Promotion
Promotion through our Clinical Trial Finder, so patients and families can easily find and learn about your study.
How we can help
Whether you’re a pharmaceutical company, biotech, or academic researcher, the Duchenne Hub UK Clinical Trial Network acts as a one-stop shop for advice and support.
We’ll connect you with experienced trial sites, provide tools to accelerate initiation, and help you engage with the Duchenne community.
Get in touch
If you’re planning a clinical trial for Duchenne in the UK, we’d love to hear from you. Email us at emma.heslop@newcastle.ac.uk.
