Ruth Yedu
MND Project Coordinator
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I am the Sheffield BRC Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Project Coordinator. My primary focus is supporting research capacity development and communications for EXPERTS-ALS, a rapid drug-testing platform for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). My role involves working closely with early career researchers (ECRs), programme leads and external collaborators to coordinate stakeholders, support research delivery, lead communications and facilitate events. I also liaise with investigators, Clinical Trials Research Units (CTRUs), the NIHR and charity partners to support the effective coordination and delivery of EXPERTS-ALS across its work packages.
Career and experience
I hold a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biomedical Sciences and a Master of Research (MRes) in Cancer Biology. Alongside my studies, I gained laboratory and research experience as a Trainee Biomedical Scientist in Metabolic Biochemistry and through a research internship investigating micro-clot activation in Long COVID.
I went on to begin my clinical research career at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals as a Clinical Trials Assistant, supporting the recruitment of volunteers into a national BioResource across hospital clinics, inpatient wards, community events, university open days and business events.
I have since progressed into my current role as a Project Coordinator, where I enjoy the opportunity to bring both creativity and organisation to my work. My responsibilities span communications, the development of learning resources for early career researchers (ECRs), and engagement with industry and charity partners. I particularly value the diversity of my role, as it allows me to work across different areas of research development, collaborate with a range of stakeholders and explore new ways to contribute to the programme.
Why research matters
During my time at the BRC, I have had extensive opportunities to promote clinical research both within the hospital and directly in the community. It has been particularly rewarding to contribute to improving equitable access to research and empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health. Witnessing the impact of taking research beyond traditional hospital settings has reinforced the importance of making clinical research more accessible and inclusive.
In my current role as a Project Coordinator, I recognise the importance of my responsibilities in supporting both the wider research community and the delivery of the EXPERTS-ALS trial platform. By contributing to research capacity development, supporting early career researchers and facilitating collaborations with external partners, I help create an environment in which research can grow and thrive.
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