The NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge (BRC) is part of the NIHR and hosted by Cambridge University Hospitals in partnership with the University of Cambridge to deliver groundbreaking research that benefits patients.
We provide a wealth of expertise and facilities to support researchers at all stages of their career to carry out high-quality experimental medicine, translational or clinical research.
Our research is strengthened through collaboration and partnership with industry – from small biotechs to multinational pharmaceuticals.
We have state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities to support research delivery: all located on a single site just one hour from London.
We need Patient and Public Involvement, Engagement and Participation (PPIE) to help researchers do research that meets your needs. Without PPIE, scientists plan their research based on what they think patients want and need.
Fostering an inclusive research environment for our patients, staff and our research community.
Our impact stories show our research is improving health and care.
The NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge benefits from the expertise of world-leading specialists across a variety of health conditions.
Our unique campus is home to world-leading health research, bringing together NHS, academic and industry organisations with state-of-the-art infrastructure all in one location. The NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge is home to internationally recognised researchers and experts who work across the campus to advance health research. Find out more with our interactive map and discover who’s on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.
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Neurological diseases had the highest number of new studies
The NIHR BRC: Cambridge is part of the NIHR and hosted by Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in partnership with the University of Cambridge. We are at the heart of the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Europe’s largest health research area.
NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge
Box 277
Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
Tel: 01223 348490
📣 Funding opportunity: research to transform health, care and wellbeing for children and young people.
Applications are now open for PGfAR – October 2026, in partnership with @RCPCHtweets.
We’re looking for programmes that build sustainable research partnerships and bring
Early career health and care researchers can apply for funding to host and mentor students from underrepresented professions to consider a career in research.
It's an opportunity to develop a competitive funding application and experience supervising junior members of staff.
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What an amazing summer! ☀️ From county shows to festivals, our PPI team have been out and about across the region meeting members of the public to talk about health #research. Take a look at some of the places we’ve visited. @NIHRresearch #PPI
Take a look at our latest #ResearchFunding opportunities 👇
More funding and development opportunities can be found at: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/funding-opportunities
Applications closing soon⏰
Our Senior Investigator scheme will be closing on 14th September.
NIHR Senior Investigators help shape the direction of health and care research in the UK. They;
➡️ mentor early-career researchers
➡️ influence national research strategy and funding
