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.
Understanding how to improve outcomes for South Asian men with prostate cancer
In most cases prostate cancer develops slowly and tends not to progress. Unfortunately, some people…
Improving weight loss in young people living with obesity
Overweight and obesity affects one in three children in England. It is linked to other…
Carbohydrate counting and risk of disordered eating in young people with type 1 diabetes
Young people living with type 1 diabetes have a higher risk of developing disordered eating…
Developing new virtual reality treatments for eating disorders
Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses. They affect all ages and genders, most commonly adolescents…
How to evaluate trauma-informed care in community mental health services
Trauma can be caused by accidents, violence, abuse, loss, disaster, war, social injustice, and many…
PASSPORT: Creating a school-specific physical activity portfolio
Physical activity is important for children’s physical and mental health. The UK government recommends that…
Optimising how a first-in-human device for knee replacement is introduced
During knee replacement surgery, damaged sections of the knee are replaced with metal and plastic…
Exploring the impact of weight loss on cellular metabolism
We know that obesity is a risk factor for developing a variety of health conditions…