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.
Investigating the hidden drivers of food selection
Some animals can sense when they’re missing important nutrients and change their eating habits to…
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…
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…
PASSPORT: Creating a school-specific physical activity portfolio
Physical activity is important for children’s physical and mental health. The UK government recommends that…
National evaluation of weight medication access (NEWA)
A third of UK adults live with obesity, which can affect health and wellbeing. Tirzepatide…
Comparing hip-worn and wrist-worn fitness tracker data in primary school children
Physical activity is critical for children’s current and future physical and mental health. The UK…