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.
Exploring environmental risk factors for eating disorders
Eating disorders are severe mental health disorders. They often develop alongside a range of other…
Using choice architecture to help prevent eating disorders
The aim of this project is to develop a choice architecture intervention to reduce eating…
Experimental manipulation of cognitive processes
This project aims to build on our previous work around mental health interventions that target…
Saliva biomarkers in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbation
This project aims to validate a new point-of-care technology designed to look for certain biomarkers…
Investigating new approaches to drug development using human genetics
Developing new drugs is an important part of improving our ability to treat disease. To…
How do we stop or reduce treatments that don’t work or aren’t cost-effective?
Stopping or reducing how often a treatment is offered by the NHS is called ‘de-adoption’.
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…
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…
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…