Health Research Authority Email Format
Research ServicesEngland, United Kingdom201-500 Employees
Health Research Authority (HRA) is a mid-sized research services organization based in London, England, founded in 2011 to protect and promote the interests of patients and the public in health research while streamlining its regulation. It ensures ethical review and approval for studies involving the public, provides information to help individuals decide whether to participate, and works to simplify assessment processes to bolster public confidence and participation in health research. The HRA serves researchers, sponsors, and members of the public within the health research ecosystem, aiming to improve access to high-quality research and, in turn, national health outcomes. In 2026 the organization has pursued initiatives around inclusion and diversity, as well as digital tools to plan and manage health and care research, including the establishment of a Clinical Trials Hub in collaboration with the MHRA to centralize new guidance.