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.
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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
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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
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Data Science and Population Health
Researchers will explore the use of population data to improve early detection health conditions to change outcomes. Read more
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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
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Genomic Medicine
Working with our partners, including patients, this theme aims to drive adoption of genomics into everyday healthcare.Read more
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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
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Infectious Disease Threats
Cambridge has a strong track record in microbiology and infectious diseases research, from basic science to clinical studies. Read more
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Mental Health
Researchers will study the links between physical and mental health conditions, as well as improve therapies and treatments. Read more
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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
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Neuroscience
Neurological disorders affect 1 in 6 in the UK and are complex and highly variable, with limited treatment opportunities. Read more
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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