All the latest updates on research and events.
SPCR PhD Writers’ Retreat 2025: A Space for Reflection and Progress
9 June 2025
Earlier this year, a group of SPCR-funded PhD students gathered in Reading for the annual SPCR Writers’ Retreat.
University of Cambridge Launches World's Largest Atrial Fibrillation Screening Trial
3 June 2025
An SPCR-funded study from the University of Cambridge is set to transform stroke prevention through the world’s largest atrial fibrillation (AF) screening trial
George Lewith Prize - 2025 Winner Announced
2 June 2025
Congratulations to Milou Ottolini and Dhanush Ammineni, joint winners of the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) George Lewith Prize for 2025
Funding Opportunity: SPCR Public Involvement, Engagement and Dissemination Enablement Fund
30 May 2025
The SPCR have launched a new funding call to enable researchers and member departments to extend on their involvement, engagement and dissemination activities to foster greater inclusion and diversity of public and communities in research.
NIHR Be Part of Research | SPCR RAPID IMMUNE TEST study
20 May 2025
As part of this year’s NIHR Be Part of Research campaign, 20 May to 12 June, Andrew Turner and Emily Brown from the University of Bristol shares details of her SPCR-funded research involving participants.
New Mental Elf Video Series to Mark Mental Health Awareness Week
16 May 2025
The Mental Elf, in partnership with the NIHR Mental Health Research Initiative, is launching a new video series for Mental Health Awareness Week, spotlighting key priorities in mental health research.
SPCR-Funded Research Wins 2025 Sage Prize for Innovation and Excellence
15 May 2025
Congratulations to SPCR colleagues Louise Laverty, Katherine Checkland, and Sharon Spooner, who are joint winners of the 2025 Sage Prize for Innovation and Excellence.
April 2025 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
15 May 2025
The April 2025 NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding.
Three NIHR Research Schools' Host Grant Writing Workshop to Support Researchers
15 May 2025
The NIHR Three Schools' recently funded a grant writing workshop led by Professor Sue Ziebland, supporting early to mid-career researchers in developing stronger funding applications.
Congratulations to Dr Kelly Birtwell | Outstanding Early Career Researcher Award
13 May 2025
Congratulations to SPCR colleague, Dr Kelly Birtwell, who has recently been awarded an RCGP/SAPC Outstanding Early Career Researcher Award.
SPCR IN Focus | Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
12 May 2025
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2025, the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is highlighting some projects that demonstrate the power of community in supporting mental health and wellbeing.
New Research Partnership Tackles Healthcare Workforce Challenges
2 May 2025
Oxford researchers have launched a new partnership to tackle UK healthcare workforce challenges, leveraging SPCR funding.
Primary care Academic CollaboraTive (PACT) Impact Report Published
28 April 2025
The Primary Care Academic CollaboraTive (PACT) has published its Summary & Impact Report 2019–2024, highlighting five years of collaborative research achievements supported by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR).
Congratulations to Dr Gary Lamph on NIHR Research Leadership Recognition
14 April 2025
Three Schools’ Mental Health Award holder Dr Gary Lamph has been recognised with a place on the NIHR Nursing Research Leadership Programme.
March 2025 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
9 April 2025
The March 2025 NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding.
General Practice Commercial Research Fellows Opportunity
3 April 2025
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is offering up to eleven General Practice Commercial Research Fellowships, with positions available at various universities across the UK.
SPCR leveraged Study Reveals Wide Variation in Prostate Cancer Testing
2 April 2025
An SPCR-led study reveals wide disparities in prostate cancer testing across GP practices in England.
Supporting Young Parents: Building on a Mental Health Fellowship
31 March 2025
Dr Ruth Naughton-Doe, former Mental Health Fellowship, is launching a new study to improve mental health support for young parents under 25.
Examining Effective Ways to Communicate Blood Test Results in Primary Care
28 March 2025
A new study funded by the School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) explores the most effective ways to communicate blood test results to patients in primary care, highlighting the importance of tailored, clear, and timely communication to enhance patient understanding and care.
New Resources Available for Recovery Navigator Evaluation Study
26 March 2025
New resources, including a policy brief and visual lay summary, have been released to support the dissemination of findings from the Recovery Navigator evaluation study, which aims to help heavy drinkers improve their health outcomes.