Gastroenterology
Summary
We support and deliver research in the following areas:
- inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
- functional gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome
- coeliac disease
- gastrointestinal infections
- disorders of the oesophagus
- gastrointestinal emergencies including bleeding
- developments in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
We oversee a wide range of studies. These include:
- single-centre, multi-centre, early stage, observational studies
- randomised controlled trials of medical, surgical interventions and medical technology
National Specialty Lead
Professor Tariq Iqbal is the Clinical Research Network (CRN) National Specialty Lead for gastroenterology.
NIHR Clinical Research Training Programme
If you’re an NHS doctor working in gastroenterology, you can apply for hands-on clinical research training through the NIHR Clinical Research Training Programme
Funding opportunities / funding calls
See the latest funding opportunities for gastroenterology research
Associate Principal Investigator (PI) Scheme
If you’re a healthcare professional, you could be eligible for our Associate PI Scheme
Help with research
Through the Clinical Research Network (CRN), you can get help with:
- planning and delivering your research to achieve the greatest impact
- recruiting patients for your study
- costs for your study, if you are eligible. This could include money for extra staff, facilities or equipment
Find out more about the Services to support study delivery
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