Increasing the evidence-base for Primary Care Practice.
The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) School for Primary Care Research is a partnership between nine leading academic centres for primary care research in England.
Established in 2006, we work to increase the evidence base for primary care practice through high quality research and strategic leadership, and to build capacity in primary care with a well established training programme.
Latest news and blogs
Former SPCR award holders recognised with NIHR20 Research Leaders Prizes
21 August 2026
Congratulations to former SPCR award holders Dr Ashley Hammond and Dr Sam Creavin, who have been recognised with NIHR20 Research Leaders Prizes for their contributions to health and care research.
Research | Online CBT shows promise for people with depression
20 August 2026
New research from the University of Bristol finds therapist-led online CBT can significantly improve depression symptoms, with supplementary funding provided by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR).
SPCR Commercial Pharmacy Fellow takes health checks into the heart of the community
13 August 2026
SPCR Commercial Pharmacy Fellow Ade Williams is taking health checks out of the pharmacy and into the heart of the community. Read how his innovative approach is helping break down barriers to healthcare.
Current Funding Opportunities
Nursing Commercial Research Fellowships 2026
The nine SPCR member universities, along with the University of Birmingham and University of Newcastle are now recruiting for Nursing Commercial Research Fellowships 2026
More opportunities will be added as they are made available.
Upcoming Events and Latest Publications
SPCR Black in Primary Care Research Event
Tuesday, 22 September 2026 to Wednesday, 23 September 2026
NIHR Academy Members' Conference 2026
Tuesday, 06 October 2026 to Wednesday, 07 October 2026
SPCR Trainees Event 2026
Wednesday, 11 November 2026 to Thursday, 12 November 2026
Latest publications
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Implementation of digital health interventions in primary care in high-income countries: a systematic review
Journal article
Judith Edwards et al, (2026)
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Comparing practice characteristics and quality outcomes between parkrun and non-parkrun GP practices in England, with a focus on socioeconomic equity: a cross-sectional study
Journal article
Callum Leese et al, (2026)
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Operant Approach Activity Pacing Interventions for the Management of Chronic Pain A Systematic Review
Journal article
Deborah Antcliff et al, (2026), The Clinical Journal of Pain
Members
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research is a research and capacity-building partnership between nine leading centres for academic primary care across England, with our Directorate hosted at the Keele University.
