Research projects
Our projects span early stage studies such as first in human and feasibility studies to developing new research methodologies and tools. Take a look at all our projects across all our research themes and workstreams.
Adapting a randomised controlled trial to evaluate sleeve gastrectomy
Evaluating new surgical procedures is difficult. This is because the surgical community often sees ‘new’…
Assessing minimally invasive surgery for oesophageal cancer
It is common for surgeons to modify new surgical procedures. Modifications don’t usually happen in…
Testing the feasibility of a wound infusion catheter trial in children
A wound infusion catheter is a flexible tube used to deliver pain relief directly into…
Comparing surgical procedures for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
The aim of this project is to compare two types of surgical procedure performed by…
Quality of life in pressurised intraperitoneal aerosolised chemotherapy
This project aims to explore the views and experiences of patients with peritoneal metastases (cancer…
Investigating the hidden drivers of food selection
Some animals can sense when they’re missing important nutrients and change their eating habits to…
Predicting the risk of young people developing anxiety and depression
The number of adolescents experiencing anxiety and depression is increasing. We need to find better…
Exploring impact of mepolizumab treatment for asthma on brain structures and wellbeing
Patients with severe asthma are often affected by anxiety, depression and other conditions that influence…
Exploring associations between asthma and mental health disorders
Asthma is a very common lung condition. In the UK, 7.2 million people have asthma.