The South West Thames Institute for Renal Research (SWTIRR) is unique. One of only three independent renal research institutes in the country, it is the only one that has an executive made of mostly of patients and their families. This means that SWTIRR puts patients and their concerns in front of government targets or Research Council priorities.
SWTIRR is unique because it brings together doctors, nurses and scientists under one roof in a purpose built facility adjacent to one of the largest and most dynamic renal units in the South East of England.
SWTIRR is unique in the approach it takes to help the renal community of patients, their relatives and carers. This unique approach comes from addressing: early detection of kidney disease; education and support of pre-dialysis kidney patients; laboratory research into the mechanisms of kidney disease; clinical research into improved on-going care and the provision of a constant programme of education for health care professionals in the renal field to keep them informed and up to date on the latest advances and issues.
Currently there are a number of research projects underway in SWTIRR. Here is a small sample:
