All the latest updates on research and events.
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.
NIHR Alert: D-mannose does not prevent urinary tract infections
25 March 2025
A recent study has examined the effectiveness of D-mannose in preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs), providing new insights into its potential as a preventive treatment.
Three NIHR Research Schools’ Mental Health Programme Newsletter | Q1 - March 2025
24 March 2025
The Q1 Three NIHR Research Schools’ Mental Health Programme Newsletter is out now. Sign-up to our newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding.
Thank You for Joining Our Bitesize Impact Showcase Series
21 March 2025
Watch all four episodes of our Bitesize Impact Showcase Series on our YouTube Channel.
Congratulations to the New NIHR Senior Investigators 2025
20 March 2025
The NIHR has announced its 2025 cohort of Senior Investigators, recognising outstanding leaders in health and care research.
Applications Now Open for the George Lewith Prize 2025
17 March 2025
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is welcoming applications from medical students for the George Lewith prize. Applications need to be submitted by 12 noon on Friday 25th April 2025.
February 2025 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
11 March 2025
The January 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' Mental Health Programme Funding Call - Impact Accelerator Award
10 March 2025
The Three NIHR Research Schools' Mental Health Programme has launched a new funding call for an Impact Accelerator Award for Phases I and II award holders.
SPCR internships Programme 2025 - Now open!
3 March 2025
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) are pleased to launch the Undergraduate Student Internship Programme 2025.
NIHR School for Primary Care Research joins public involvement pledge
17 February 2025
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research has joined other health and social care organisations in a pledge to improve public involvement in research.
January 2025 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
10 February 2025
The January 2025 NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding.
NIHR Three Schools' Mental Health Research Recognised in BJGP Top 10 for 2024
5 February 2025
The NIHR Three Research Schools’ Mental Health Programme is delighted to announce that a study led by Dr. Juan Carlos Bazo Alvarez has been recognised as one of the Top 10 articles of 2024 by the British Journal of General Practice (BJGP).
NIHR Three Research Schools Early Career Researcher Event
27 January 2025
On Wednesday, 20th November 2024, early career researchers from across the NIHR Three Research Schools' gathered for an inspiring day of networking, thought-provoking sessions, and lively discussions.