Evaluation projects
All ARC OxTV projects with an element of evaluation – the systematic assessment of the implementation, processes, and outcomes of health research projects or interventions.
Featured project
Economic Costs Associated with Miscarriage: A secondary analysis of QResearch
Evaluation Methods and Tools Novel Methods to Aid and Evaluate Implementation
Analysing the economic impact of miscarriage in the UK by comparing healthcare costs for women who have experienced miscarriage with those who haven't, to inform cost-effective healthcare strategies."
A Family Safe-Guarding Model to Protect Vulnerable Children
Evaluating Oxfordshire County Council’s shift towards a family-centric safeguarding model to enhance the overall support system and reduce the need for child care interventions.
A focused exploration of digital inclusion and exclusion for specific community groups accessing and using the NHS App
This project examines digital inclusion and exclusion among specific community groups using the NHS App, aiming to understand and address barriers faced by minoritised and vulnerable populations to ensure equitable access to healthcare services.
Economic Costs Associated with Miscarriage: A secondary analysis of QResearch
Analysing the economic impact of miscarriage in the UK by comparing healthcare costs for women who have experienced miscarriage with those who haven't, to inform cost-effective healthcare strategies."
Evaluating Smoking Cessation Services in Citizens Advice Bureaus
This project evaluates a new smoking cessation service at Citizens Advice Bureaus, which combines brief advice, referral to support programs, and financial incentives, aimed at helping individuals in financial hardship quit smoking and improve their health.
Evaluation of the PROSPER Online Learning Course
Assessing the effectiveness of the PROSPER online course in training physiotherapists to implement a shoulder rehabilitation programme for breast cancer survivors.
Greater Manchester (GM) Social Housing Stop Smoking Pilot Initiative and Evaluation
The Greater Manchester Social Housing Stop Smoking Pilot evaluates tailored smoking cessation strategies for social housing residents, aiming to reduce smoking prevalence and associated health inequalities through stakeholder-engaged interventions.
Health Economic Aspects of Childhood Excess Weight
This project assesses the economic impact of childhood obesity in the UK, focusing on healthcare costs and quality of life outcomes, with the aim of informing effective prevention strategies and resource allocation.
Implementation of the Forensic Outcome Measure (FORUM) in a Regional Forensic Mental Health Service
Integrating the FORensic oUtcome Measure (FORUM) into regional forensic mental health services to enhance patient care, foster clinician-patient collaboration, and improve treatment outcomes.
Improve the Experience of Black people Detained under the Mental Health Act
Exploring the disproportionate detention of Black individuals under the Mental Health Act to guide equitable mental health interventions and improve outcomes within the NHS.
Improving Access to the SARAH Exercise Programme for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Through an Online Course
Evaluating the effectiveness of an online SARAH programme course designed to enhance hand function for rheumatoid arthritis patients by providing accessible home-based exercises.
Improving Health and Care for Physically Unwell Care Home Residents
Exploring community-based alternatives to hospital admission for care home residents to enhance care and reduce distress through the use of Virtual Wards in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire.
Mathematical and Economic Modelling for Vaccination and Immunisation Evaluation, and Emergency Response.
This project uses advanced mathematical and economic models to guide UK vaccination policy, providing the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) with robust predictions to support informed decisions on immunisation strategies and emergency responses.
Natural Experiments by Interrupted Time Series Analysis for the NHS
Exploring the simplification of Interrupted Time Series Analysis (ITSA) to enhance its application in healthcare research, aiming to provide clearer insights into the effects of healthcare interventions.
Political Economies of School Exclusion and their Consequences (Excluded Lives)
Exploring the impact and origins of school exclusions across the UK to inform policies for a fairer and more inclusive education system.
Re-evaluating Resuscitation: Improving Outcomes in Cardiac Arrest Cases
Evaluating and potentially revising NHS Ambulance service guidelines for cardiac arrest incidents to optimise resuscitation efforts and transport decisions, aiming to standardise practices and improve patient outcomes.
Regulatory Frameworks for Evaluation of AI/ML-Enabled Digital Health Technologies in Healthcare Institutions
This project examines the regulatory frameworks governing AI/ML-enabled digital health technologies, aiming to enhance safety in healthcare by improving oversight and reporting mechanisms for AI-driven clinical decision support tools.
Relationships in Good Hands Trial
Testing a therapy called Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy to see if it helps improve the mental health of fostered and adopted children by strengthening their relationships with parents.
SHAPE - Supporting Healthcare Workers through Early Interventions
SHAPE Recovery evaluates and refines a mental health intervention for healthcare workers, aiming to reduce PTSD and depression symptoms effectively, with past successes showing significant recovery rates. This project includes trials and qualitative studies to tailor support and enhance care quality.
The OSCAR Study: Optimising Structured Medication Reviews
OSCAR focuses on optimising Structured Medication Reviews in England, investigating their implementation and impact on patient safety and treatment effectiveness, aiming to enhance care quality for those with long-term conditions.
The SHIP Study: A Service Evaluation and Mixed Methods Implementation Research Study of Hypertension Plus
The SHIP Study evaluates the Hypertension Plus system for self-monitoring high blood pressure, assessing its integration into UK primary care to improve patient outcomes and inform future health policy.