Results: The impact of the Focus on Pharmacology project, and its implications for the global pharmacology community

Abstract

Focus on Pharmacology was a research-led approach aiming to help us understand and support the discipline. The approach of Society driven research has 'proved concept' in that the wealth of information has helped set, or strengthen our trajectory into the future through its influence on our next long-term strategy. The common findings arising from this programme of work showed that we should have confidence in the discipline, embrace collaborative science and healthcare practice, and that we should use the Society to build community and visibility for pharmacology. These principles are embedded in our vision and mission, and have already informed ongoing projects and strategic commitments. The Society will build on the legacy of Focus through setting the agenda in education and skills, for students, professionals and educators alike. Similarly, 'focusing' on strategic skills areas such as clinical pharmacology has enabled us to build internal capacity and expertise - and our standing with policy and decision makers. This talk will explore the impact of Focus from the UK perspective, but open this up into a conversation about the role of research and collaboration for the advancement of pharmacology on a global scale.