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.
What causes patients to be readmitted to hospital after community-acquired pneumonia?
Pneumonia is inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by an infection. Most people get better…
What puts patients at risk of pleural infection?
Pleural infection is an infection of the space between a person’s lungs and the wall…
A survey of NHS support for patients before hip or knee replacement
As of April 2023, over 40 per cent of people on NHS waiting lists (a…
Understanding the link between adolescents’ body clocks and low mood
During adolescence, teenagers experience a shift in their body clock towards sleeping and waking later.
Using the urban environment to help people recover from psychosis
Psychosis is mental health condition that affects around 0.7 per cent of adults in England.
Tackling physical activity inequalities for South Asian girls
Physical activity has many benefits for people of all backgrounds and abilities. South Asian…
REST study
Sleep and pain are strongly linked and improvements in sleep have been shown to have…
Physiotherapy for people with severe lung failure
Patients experiencing severe lung failure are put on specialist life support. They are very…
Reviewing the evidence on arm and shoulder rehabilitation following critical illness
In 2023, over 215,000 patients were admitted to ICUs across England, Wales, and Northern…