All the latest updates on research and events.
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.
Research | Black Representation in Primary Care Academic Leadership
7 August 2026
A study supported by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) has found that researchers of Black heritage remain significantly under-represented in senior leadership roles within academic primary care in England.
New Accessible Film Raises Awareness of Suicide and Self-harm in People with Learning Disabilities
23 July 2026
A new accessible short film showcases scoping work led by Dr Magdalena Mikulak at Lancaster University, funded by the Three Research Schools' Mental Health Programme, exploring suicide and self-harm in people with learning disabilities.
July 2026 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
20 July 2026
The July 2026 edition of our NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding
SPCR-funded fellowship research highlights challenges with digital end-of-life planning
20 July 2026
A new NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) study examines the implementation of Electronic Palliative Care Coordination Systems (EPaCCS) and identifies important lessons for improving coordinated end-of-life care.
Three Schools' Mental Health Programme Research Leads to New Lived Experience Research Toolkit
13 July 2026
Research funded through the Three Schools' Mental Health Programme has led to the launch of a new lived experience research toolkit for health and justice.
Research highlights what drives successful digital health implementation in primary care
8 July 2026
New SPCR-funded research published in The Lancet Primary Care has identified the key factors that influence whether digital health interventions are successfully implemented in primary care, offering valuable insights to support future adoption and delivery.
New Policy Recommendations Call for Coordinated Approach to Supporting Young People at Risk of Suicide
7 July 2026
Findings from the Three Schools’ ATTUNE study have informed new policy recommendations aimed at strengthening cross-sector collaboration and improving suicide prevention support for young people across the UK.
June 2026 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
6 July 2026
The June 2026 edition of our NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding
Celebrating 20 Years of Research Impact on Research Appreciation Day
5 July 2026
This Research Appreciation Day, we're celebrating the people, partnerships, and research that have driven 20 years of innovation and impact at the School for Primary Care Research.
Congratulations to Dr Francesca Dakin | Outstanding Early Career Researcher Award 2026
26 June 2026
Congratulations to former SPCR Trainee Dr Francesca Dakin, who has recently been named a winner of the 2026 RCGP/SAPC Award for Outstanding Early Career Researchers.
Three Schools' Mental Health Award Project Featured at House of Lords
25 June 2026
An NIHR Three Research Schools' Mental Health Award project exploring how to improve care and patient engagement for women in prison with severe mental illness was showcased at a House of Lords event in early June, bringing together policymakers, researchers, healthcare professionals and prison sector leaders.
SPCR Launches Outstanding Contribution to Public & Community Involvement Awards
16 June 2026
As part of the SPCR 20th Anniversary celebrations, we are launching a new award for Outstanding Contribution to Public and Community Involvement.
SPCR IN Focus | Men's Health Week 2026
15 June 2026
The SPCR is marking Men's Health Week by highlighting research that is improving understanding, raising awareness, and supporting better health outcomes for men across the UK.
New guidance launched to support inclusive health research for autistic adults
12 June 2026
New guidance designed to help researchers make health research more inclusive and accessible for autistic adults has been launched through an NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) funded project.
SPCR Trainee Featured in BJGP Podcast on Socioeconomic Disadvantage and Dementia
2 June 2026
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is pleased to share the work of SPCR Primary Care Clinicians PhD researcher Charlotte Morris from the University of Manchester, who recently took part in a BJGP podcast discussion exploring the relationship between socioeconomic disadvantage and dementia care.
May 2026 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
1 June 2026
The May 2026 edition of our NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding
George Lewith Prize - 2026 Winner Announced
1 June 2026
Congratulations to Shraddha Sriraman, from the University of Bristol, who has been named the recipient of the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) George Lewith Prize for 2026.