Shahista Hussain

Shahista Hussain is Head of R&D Governance and Deputy Head of R&D Operations (secondment) for Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation . . . Trust (OUH). She is responsible for the oversight and management of the R&D governance services in order to facilitate and support high quality clinical and translational research as both a Sponsor and host organisation. OUH currently hosts around 1800 active clinical studies, many of which involve close collaboration with the University of Oxford; the Oxford Biomedical Research Centre; CRN and Oxford Brookes University.
Shahista has over 15 years NHS experience having worked in variety of roles across the OUH trust. During her time with the R&D department she has assisted in implementation of various national and local changes, as well as in the development of the department structure and functions. She has also gained significant understanding and experience of setting up and managing large multi-centre studies, both CTIMP and non-interventional research. During this time she has developed particular interests and experience in Pharmacovigilance, QA systems and GCP training.
Shahista has served as a member of Oxford Brookes University Ethics committee; is one of the chairs of the R&D Forum HIVE minds group, is a member of the Non-commercial Sponsor reference group, and is currently looking to become a STEM ambassador.

Marthe Ludtmann

Marthe Ludtmann is Head of Commercial Research at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, where she leads the Trust’s . . . commercial research portfolio and works with industry, academic and NHS partners to expand research opportunities for patients. With over seven years’ experience in NHS research management, Marthe has extensive expertise in research management, strategic partnership development and commercial study delivery. She holds a PhD in Biological Sciences and an MBA, and is passionate about improving patient access to research, fostering innovation, and building partnerships that deliver impact across the health and care system

Helen Riding

Helen is the Research and Development Forum Coordinator and Research Manager for North East & North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB). As . . . Research Manager, Helen supports and manages the delivery and development of primary care research and evaluations in the North East, North Cumbria and North Yorkshire. Prior to this role she worked clinically as a Midwife and as a Research Facilitator supporting GP practices in Newcastle and North Tyneside. Helen has also completed a Masters in Clinical Research (Leadership) from Newcastle University. Helen’s Dissertation was titled “Research activity and quality indicators in primary care” and this has been disseminated widely locally and at national conferences.

Lisa Wann

Lisa Wann is Research & Innovation Manager at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust where she leads strategic initiatives to support . . . clinical research across the organisation. With a strong focus on governance, compliance, and operational delivery, Lisa ensures that research activities align with national standards, legislation and contribute meaningfully to future patient care.
She is responsible for leading and operationally overseeing research governance, project set up and project approvals, managing stakeholder relationships, and fostering a culture of Compassion and inclusivity within the Trust.
Her leadership supports the development of “one team” and the integration across Research.
Lisa is also the lead for UHL trust sponsorship and is co-chair of the R&D forum Hive mind
Lisa holds an ILM Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management with Distinction, reflecting her commitment to professional excellence and effective team leadership. She is also half way through the NHS leadership course – Rosalind Franklin.