Primary Care

Summary

We work with researchers and primary care practitioners such as GPs, practice nurses, pharmacists and dentists to promote the successful delivery of research studies in the NHS. We support a wide range of research, including studies that look at:

promoting a healthier lifestyle
disease diagnosis and prevention
management of long-term illnesses such as diabetes or hypertension
prevention of future ill-health
treating common conditions such as tonsillitis or influenza

Where there are considerable overlaps with other specialty areas, for example diabetes, mental health and cardiovascular disease, we work closely with our colleagues to deliver high quality research in a primary care setting.

Primary Care Strategy and Programme

The Primary Care Strategy and Programme aims to support and drive new research and evidence to address population need.

Find out more:

Primary Care Strategy and Programme

National Specialty Lead

Dr Simon Royal is the CRN National Specialty Lead for primary care.

Funding opportunities / funding calls

See the latest funding opportunities for primary care 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