Public health and prevention specialty
Summary
We support research intended to improve the health of the public and reduce inequalities in health. This means we support and promote a wide range of research, including studies relating to:
- obesity
- lifestyle (diet, smoking, alcohol, substance misuse)
- chronic disease prevention
- screening
- mental health and wellbeing
- environment
- sustainable development
- health inequalities
- social determinants of health
Many of these studies take place outside of traditional clinical environments, across a wide range of health and local authority settings - for example in schools or other community settings.
Funding opportunities / funding calls
See the latest funding opportunities for public health and prevention 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 Research Delivery Network (RDN), 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