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Public health research

We support you to improve the health of local communities and reduce health inequalities through public health research.

At the NIHR, we receive funding from the government to support all areas of public health research. These range from early prevention, to NHS initiatives that address public health issues. Find out more:

About public health research at NIHR

On this page you can apply for research grant funding, get help with your research or find public health research topics and examples to improve public health in your area.

Apply for research funding

Where to apply for NIHR public health research funding and how to get help with funding applications.

Research evidence and evaluations

Find NIHR published public health research topics, evaluations and ongoing research to help with data analysis and improving health in your area.

Research support

We can help you set up and conduct public health research studies once you have secured funding for them. 

Develop your career

Funding options for public health research training to develop your career as a public health researcher.

Need help?

Please email publichealthhub@nihr.ac.uk if you haven't found what you are looking or have a question.

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