Research is an integral component of the Intensive Care Unit at Barwon Health. It ensures we continually understand how best to treat patients and adapt to changes in health science. Conducting research in the critically ill requires particular skills, experience and sensitivity. Our dedicated and experienced ICU research nurses are a pivotal interface between clinicians, patients, families, coordinating centres and hospital research governance processes. Our monthly research meeting allows ICU staff to be updated on the progress of all research projects and consider proposals for new studies. This forum is an effective means of engaging clinical staff and identifying appropriate future studies and collaborations. During 2018 / 2019, there were 1,735 patients admitted to ICU. Overall there were 2,688 episodes of screening, and 134 ICU patients (7.7%) participated in clinical research. This is higher than the prior year (4.5%), and higher than the rate reported in Australia / New Zealand (approx. 2%).