A Swansea University clinician has been selected as Health and Care Research Wales national Specialty Lead to help shape future research.
Dr Daniel Obaid has been selected as new Specialty Lead for cardiovascular and will champion and support research delivery to continue to build networks of principal investigators within his specialty and support the uptake of studies throughout Wales.
He said: “There is a talented cardiology research community in Wales and I am excited to have the opportunity and to support them to continue to deliver and expand the high-quality research they do.”
Dr Nicola Williams, National Director of Support and Delivery at Health and Care Research Wales, said: “Our Specialty Leads are crucial to advancing research across all clinical portfolios, reinforcing our One Wales approach.
“They also play a key role in expanding our capacity for commercial research, backed by funding from the Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing, Access and Growth (VPAG) programme. Furthermore, they contribute significantly to networking at UK Specialty Lead meetings, fostering engagement across a broader national network.”
Full list of Health and Care Research Wales Specialty Leads 2025-2028