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.

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Lung development in early life and respiratory diagnosis and treatment

More than 17 per cent of deaths around the world can be attributed to respiratory…

Themes Respiratory disease Translational data science

Workstream Exacerbation prediction and aerosol emissions

Identifying biomarkers for treatment response and disease prognosis

The aim of this project is to identify biomarkers that could help us predict how…

Theme Mental health

Workstream Biological interventions, trial recruitment and safety

Can we use DNA methylation to predict disease in diverse populations?

DNA methylation is a process during which methyl groups become attached to parts of our…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Omics for prediction and prognosis

Developing a journaling intervention to address harmful use of online content in children and young people

The online environment can have both a harmful and protective effect on the mental health…

Theme Mental health

Workstream Psychological interventions

Is hydrogel safe and effective for weight loss?

Surgery is the most effective but also the most expensive way for maintaining long-term weight-loss…

Theme Diet and physical activity

Workstream Clinical diet and physical activity

Using a vending machine to evaluate how people respond to new foods

Scientists don’t yet fully understand how people learn to like new foods and flavours. Predicting…

Theme Diet and physical activity

Workstream Population diet and physical activity

Exploring what helps families reduce the amount of meat in their diet

Eating a diet rich in plant-based foods and reducing the amount of meat we eat…

Theme Diet and physical activity

Workstream Population diet and physical activity

Improving access to school-based physical activity for young people with type 1 diabetes

Research shows that physical activity improves blood sugar control, insulin sensitivity and heart health as…

Theme Diet and physical activity

Workstream Clinical diet and physical activity

Exploring drug targets to treat and prevent cancer

It’s possible that some medications used for lowering blood sugar, preventing inflammation or supporting weight…

Theme Diet and physical activity

Workstream Clinical diet and physical activity