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.

Tackling inequalities in childhood obesity with the help of Islamic religious settings

Childhood obesity is highest in children from Asian and Black ethnic groups in the UK.

Theme Diet and physical activity

Workstream Population diet and physical activity

Radiological assessment of pneumothorax

A pneumothorax is also known as a collapsed lung. It happens when air leaks into…

Theme Respiratory disease

Workstream Personalised care in pleural disease

Using circulating tumour DNA to diagnose pleural mesothelioma

As a tumour or cancer grows, its cells die and are replaced by new ones.

Theme Respiratory disease

Workstream Personalised care in pleural disease

FFLEX study

During the FFLEX study we will be looking at a new type of knee implant.

Theme Surgical and orthopaedic innovation

Workstream Novel surgical and orthopaedic techniques and devices

Improving weight loss in young people living with obesity

Overweight and obesity affects one in three children in England. It is linked to other…

Theme Diet and physical activity

Workstream Clinical diet and physical activity

Supporting neurodivergent young people who mask

Neurodivergent children and young people have a high risk of developing anxiety and depression, however…

Theme Mental health

Workstream Psychological interventions

Brainteract

The aim of this project is to understand the effects of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)…

Theme Mental health

Workstream Biological interventions, trial recruitment and safety

Mental health and online activity – exploring training needs

Young people – aged 16-24 – are more likely to use digital technology to access…

Theme Mental health

Workstream Psychological interventions

Investigating the link between asthma and mental health in children

Asthma is the most common long-term condition among children and young people in the UK,…

Themes Mental health Respiratory disease

Workstream Airways diseases