Drugs Research Network for Scotland

The Drugs Research Network for Scotland (DRNS) is funded by the Scottish Government to support the development and dissemination of research evidence relating to problem drug use in Scotland. They have supported over 20 collaborative funding bids, studentships and research projects and deliver regular knowledge exchange activities across Scotland.
They are now inviting applications for DRNS membership. They aim to develop the capacity of the drugs research community by supporting a network of colleagues who are interested / involved in drugs research. Their priorities include promoting colleagues’ work, supporting skills development, and developing collaborative, multi-disciplinary, cross-institutional bids and projects.
They are especially keen to engage with emerging researchers in the field including Masters and PhD students, and Early Career Researchers. They will engage with them to identify their skills and professional development needs and provide resources to meet these. E.g. they will deliver methodological and research skills seminars to members and will provide opportunities for them to collaborate in research development. We are also keen to give emerging and new researchers experience of involvement in bid development, including being named as co-investigators.
Membership is free and open to anyone with an interest in drugs research across Scotland. The application form is available from their website