NIHR Applied Research Collaboration Oxford and Thames Valley

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.

The Teacher’s Role in Managing and Reducing Anxiety Among Primary School Children

This project explores the role of primary school teachers in managing and reducing anxiety among their pupils, aiming to develop training resources that equip teachers with effective strategies to create a supportive and less anxious learning environment.

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.

Project Soothe

Project Soothe is an innovative initiative that collects public-contributed photos to explore and understand the types of visual stimuli that can elicit calmness and comfort, aiding both research and therapy in mental health.

Facilitating the Implementation of the OxWell Special Schools Survey

The OxWell Special Schools Survey aims to enhance understanding of well-being and behavioural needs in SEN schools by gathering accessible and tailored data from students in years 5 to 13, guiding improvements in support and resources for non-mainstream education.

Unveiling New Insights into Student Mental Health - OxWELL

The OxWell Student Survey gathers critical data on the mental health and well-being of students aged 9-18 in England, aiming to inform and improve services by addressing their specific needs and emerging concerns such as the cost of living crisis.

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.

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.

Supporting Local Commissioners in England to Commission New Models of Care

This project develops a prioritisation framework to support local commissioners in England in making evidence-based decisions for commissioning new models of care, using public values and routinely collected data to enhance healthcare efficiency, equity, and patient outcomes.

Social Capital Development to Address Loneliness through Community Support: A Scoping Review

This scoping review assesses how community initiatives contribute to building social capital and reducing loneliness, aiming to enhance the effectiveness of social prescribing practices and improve public health outcomes related to social isolation.

Understanding adversity in children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) undergoing an Education Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA) in England.

This study aimed to understand whether early life adversity contributes to later demand for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) support.

Improving Activity-Based Social Prescribing

This study investigates the role of physical activities in social prescribing within UK primary care, aiming to enhance understanding of their effectiveness and the involvement of link workers and health coaches, with the goal of improving health outcomes through non-clinical community services.

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.

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.

Very Brief Opportunistic Advice on Smoking Cessation within Financial Guidance Services for People Living in Social Housing

This project evaluates the integration of smoking cessation advice within financial guidance services for social housing residents, assessing the feasibility and acceptability of providing health support in financial advice settings to improve both health outcomes and financial well-being.

WHEEL – Weight cHange for people with sErious mEntal iLlness

WHEEL focuses on improving access to weight management services for people with serious mental illnesses, aiming to reduce health risks and enhance overall wellbeing.

REthiNking Approaches to Excess Weight in AdoLescents (RENEWAL)

Exploring innovative weight management strategies for adolescents, this study examines mobile apps and gathers insights from young people and their parents, aiming to develop tailored, effective solutions for healthier futures.

Improving the quality of food shopping for the prevention of diet-related disease

Addressing diet-related disease prevention through smarter food choices, this project develops the SwapSHOP app to guide healthier food swaps and collaborates with retailers for environmental interventions, aiming for widespread impact on diet and health outcomes.

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