Research Themes
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
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
Data Science and Population Health
Researchers will explore the use of population data to improve early detection health conditions to change outcomes. Read more
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
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
Infectious Disease Threats
Cambridge has a strong track record in microbiology and infectious diseases research, from basic science to clinical studies. Read more
Mental Health
Researchers will study the links between physical and mental health conditions, as well as improve therapies and treatments. Read more
Neurodegenerative Disease and Dementias
This theme aims to develop treatments for all dementias, as well as creating new diagnostic tools to identify the disease earlier.Read more
Neuroscience
Neurological disorders affect 1 in 6 in the UK and are complex and highly variable, with limited treatment opportunities. Read more
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