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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Developing a core outcome set for periprosthetic femoral fractures

A femoral fracture is a serious complication that can affect some people after they have…
  • Theme Surgical and orthopaedic innovation
  • Workstream Interventions to improve patient outcomes after surgery

Mindfulness for neurodivergent young adults

This project addresses a gap in adolescent and young adult mental health research. It will…
  • Theme Mental health
  • Workstream Psychological interventions

National evaluation of weight medication access (NEWA)

A third of UK adults live with obesity, which can affect health and wellbeing. Tirzepatide…
  • Theme Diet and physical activity
  • Workstream Clinical diet and physical activity

Does where people live contribute to the development of personality disorder?

We know that the neighbourhood people live or grow up in can affect their…
  • Theme Mental health
  • Workstream Psychological interventions

Exploring the relationship between stress response dysfunction and mental health

The human body is designed to respond to stress in an automatic and instinctual way.
  • Theme Mental health
  • Workstream Biological interventions, trial recruitment and safety

Understanding how adverse childhood experiences impact anxiety-related disorders in the UK and Brazil

Adverse childhood experiences are potentially harmful experiences that can affect people both at home and…
  • Themes Mental health Translational data science
  • Workstream Genetic evidence to prioritise intervention

Integrating care pathway components in surgical innovation research

Surgery is a complex healthcare intervention involving multiple interacting components. It is usually supported by…
  • Theme Surgical and orthopaedic innovation
  • Workstream Innovative translational research methods

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…
  • Theme Diet and physical activity
  • Workstream Population diet and physical activity

Improving how surgical procedure modifications are reported

The way new surgical procedures are developed and evaluated is very different to how new…
  • Theme Surgical and orthopaedic innovation
  • Workstream Innovative translational research methods