Our research

Research at the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre is divided into a number of therapeutic areas described as themes.

The core priority for the NIHR Cambridge Biomedical Research Centre is translational medicine, delivering science from the bench to the bedside.

Antenatal, Maternal and Child Health

Researchers in this theme will be looking at finding better ways to predict and prevent stillbirth and infant mortality. Read more

Cancer

Researchers in this theme will focus on improving early detection of cancer and use of data to drive personalised treatments for patients. Read more

Patient having their blood test taken at NIHR Cambridge CRF - NIHR Cambridge BRC image

Cardiovascular and Respiratory Disease

This theme will investigate heart and lung diseases and how using artificial intelligence (AI) could identify patterns in data to improve diagnosis. Read more

Staff in front of monitor displaying data looking at sample results - NIHR Cambridge BRC image

Data Science and Population Health

Researchers will explore the use of population data to improve early detection health conditions to change outcomes. Read more

Nurses with clinical equipment - Image from Cambridge University Health Partners

Devices and Advanced Therapies

Developed in line with the Life Sciences Vision 2021, this theme aims to expedite patient access to new treatments & technologies.Read more

Genomic Medicine

Working with our partners, including patients, this theme aims to drive adoption of genomics into everyday healthcare.Read more

Patient and WBIC scanner - NIHR Cambridge BRC image

Imaging

This theme aims to benefit patients, including those with heart disease, stroke or cancer, while reducing NHS costs. Read more

Operating theatre - image from Cambridge University Health Partners

Immunity, Inflammation and Transplantation

This theme will explore ways to develop personalised treatments for patients with immune disorders and improve outcomes of organ transplants. Read more

Microscope with samples - NIHR Cambridge BRC image

Infectious Disease Threats

Cambridge has a strong track record in microbiology and infectious diseases research, from basic science to clinical studies. Read more

Young patients taking part in research at the NIHR Cambridge CRF - NIHR Cambridge BRC image

Mental Health

Researchers will study the links between physical and mental health conditions, as well as improve therapies and treatments. Read more

Patient with nurse in dementia clinic - NIHR Cambridge BRC image

Neurodegenerative Disease and Dementia

This theme aims to develop treatments for all dementias, as well as creating new diagnostic tools to identify the disease earlier.Read more

Patient and clinician in Cambridge Vision Lab - NIHR Cambridge BRC image

Neuroscience

Neurological disorders affect 1 in 6 in the UK and are complex and highly variable, with limited treatment opportunities. Read more

Patient having a metabolic test - Image from NIHR Cambridge CRF

Nutrition, Obesity, Metabolism and Endocrinology

Our research aims are to improve the lives and health of people with obesity, diabetes and related metabolic and endocrine diseases. Read more