About us

The Power of Data


What is EDGE

EDGE is an award winning cloud-based clinical research management system developed by the Clinical Informatics Research Unit (CIRU), from the University of Southampton, United Kingdom.

EDGE is a programme dedicated to developing a unique approach to the management and conduct of clinical research through its purpose-built software.

EDGE provides research professionals with faster access to real-time data, allowing them to track and manage their studies from start to finish as well giving them complete oversight of their participant recruitment.

Through its collaborative features and design EDGE fully promotes the sharing of data and removes the duplication of efforts. Whilst improving the quality of research data EDGE allows for more time to be spent with patients, delivering better care and faster treatment.

Who uses EDGE

Whether you are a Trial Co-ordinator, Governance Manager, Research Nurse, Pharmacist, PI, CI or Data Manager EDGE provides the solution to enhance clinical research altogether.

Through its advanced features and flexibility EDGE works within both the secondary and primary care setting for all types of organisations ranging from acute hospitals to community hospitals, from research networks to universities, CTU’s, charities, GP practices and more.

Our objectives

  • Improve the quality of research management

  • Facilitate and promote a collaborative research environment

  • Maintain a high standard of application development and support

  • Create informatics solutions that speed up the pipeline of clinical research

Our vision

To become the most trusted intelligent research management system amongst clinical research professionals across the globe.


Join EDGE

To find out more about joining the EDGE programme click here.