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Research | Black Representation in Primary Care Academic Leadership

A study supported by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) has found that researchers of Black heritage remain significantly under-represented in senior leadership roles within academic primary care in England.

SPCR-funded fellowship research highlights challenges with digital end-of-life planning

A new NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) study examines the implementation of Electronic Palliative Care Coordination Systems (EPaCCS) and identifies important lessons for improving coordinated end-of-life care.

Research highlights what drives successful digital health implementation in primary care

New SPCR-funded research published in The Lancet Primary Care has identified the key factors that influence whether digital health interventions are successfully implemented in primary care, offering valuable insights to support future adoption and delivery.

Celebrating 20 Years of Research Impact on Research Appreciation Day

This Research Appreciation Day, we're celebrating the people, partnerships, and research that have driven 20 years of innovation and impact at the School for Primary Care Research.

Congratulations to Dr Francesca Dakin | Outstanding Early Career Researcher Award 2026

Congratulations to former SPCR Trainee Dr Francesca Dakin, who has recently been named a winner of the 2026 RCGP/SAPC Award for Outstanding Early Career Researchers.

SPCR IN Focus | Men's Health Week 2026

The SPCR is marking Men's Health Week by highlighting research that is improving understanding, raising awareness, and supporting better health outcomes for men across the UK.

SPCR Trainee Featured in BJGP Podcast on Socioeconomic Disadvantage and Dementia

The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is pleased to share the work of SPCR Primary Care Clinicians PhD researcher Charlotte Morris from the University of Manchester, who recently took part in a BJGP podcast discussion exploring the relationship between socioeconomic disadvantage and dementia care.

SPCR-funded feasibility study lays groundwork for RAPID-Test trial publication

Results from the RAPID-Test trial, led by Alastair Hay, have now been published in JAMA Internal Medicine, providing important new evidence on the role of rapid microbiological point-of-care testing in primary care.

Black in Primary Care Research Event

Following the findings of the Black in Primary Care Research Leadership project the SPCR will be hosting a residential Black in Primary Care Research Event in September 2026.

SPCR IN Focus | Dementia Action Week 2026

The SPCR is marking Dementia Action Week by highlighting research that is raising awareness, improving understanding, and helping people affected by dementia.

SPCR IN Focus | Stress Awareness Month

With nearly 1 million workers reporting stress-related illness, the SPCR is highlighting some projects that are supporting mental health to proactively manage risks and staff.

SPCR IN Focus | Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

As we mark Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, the SPCR reaffirms its commitment to research that advances understanding, improves care, and supports individuals affected by ovarian cancer.

SPCR Masterclass Recording | Engaging people experiencing socioeconomic deprivation in research

The SPCR recently hosted a masterclass titled “Engaging people experiencing socioeconomic deprivation in research.” The session explored practical and meaningful ways to involve underserved communities in research, highlighting why inclusion matters and how researchers can better design studies that are accessible, equitable, and grounded in lived experience.

Online consultation tools should not be a mandatory first step to access primary mental healthcare

Researchers from the University of Bristol have found that online consultation tools should not be a required first step for accessing GP care, according to a study funded by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR), grant 598.

New Research Highlights Prostate Cancer Inequalities and Builds on SPCR Insights

A new study, building on earlier insights from SPCR project, has highlighted significant inequalities in prostate cancer diagnosis and outcomes for men with learning disabilities.

SPCR Masterclass Recording | Let’s Talk Dementia

The SPCR recently hosted a masterclass titled “Let’s Talk Dementia: Supporting communication in research partnerships involving people with dementia.” The session explored how researchers and public contributors can work together more inclusively by adapting communication practices to better support people with dementia as active partners in research.

SPCR-Funded Research Recognised by BJGP

We are pleased to congratulate our NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) colleagues whose work has been recognised in the British Journal of General Practice (BJGP) Top Ten most read and published papers of 2025.

SPCR IN Focus | World Cancer Day

As we mark World Cancer Day, the SPCR reaffirms its commitment to research that deepens understanding, improves care, and supports individuals affected by cancer.

New GP approach could boost HIV testing and prevention

A new strategy called PATH-GP (Prevention and Testing for HIV in General Practice) aims to help more people get tested for HIV and access free preventative treatment (PrEP) via NHS sexual health clinics.

SPCR IN Focus | National Diabetes Awareness Month 2025

To mark National Diabetes Awareness Month, the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is showcasing research that shines a spotlight on diabetes prevention, management and support in primary care.

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