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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South West Secure Data Environment

The South West Secure Data Environment will enable research that’s faster, fairer and safer. What…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Clinical informatics platforms

Developing a reproducible data pipeline using stroke data

Routinely collected health and care data is a vital tool in research. Data pipelines…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Clinical informatics platforms

Understanding the link between eczema and acne and mental health

People with eczema or acne often experience poor mental health, i…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Genetic evidence to prioritise intervention

Identifying different types of nephrotic syndrome using blood cell DNA

Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney condition that causes large amounts of protein to leak…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Omics for prediction and prognosis

Improving decisions on what to focus on in research using large datasets

Research using de-personalised data from electronic health records is increasingly common.  Electronic…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Large, complex datasets

Combining data and AI to predict heart problems following Covid

Electronic health records contain a wealth of information that has the potential to be…

Theme Translational data science

Workstreams Clinical informatics platforms Large, complex datasets

Using Mendelian randomization to improve how drugs are tested for different populations

Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) are the gold standard for testing health interventions. However, they…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Genetic evidence to prioritise intervention

Developing a genetic data platform for use in pharmaceutical testing

OpenGWAS is one of the largest and most used genetic research databases in the…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Genetic evidence to prioritise intervention

Using genetics to improve how drug targets are identified

Many modern drugs target very specific biological processes. When a drug is being developed,…

Theme Translational data science

Workstream Genetic evidence to prioritise intervention