All the latest updates on research and events.
February 2025 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
11 March 2025
The January 2025 NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding.
Three NIHR Research Schools' Mental Health Programme Funding Call - Impact Accelerator Award
10 March 2025
The Three NIHR Research Schools' Mental Health Programme has launched a new funding call for an Impact Accelerator Award for Phases I and II award holders.
SPCR internships Programme 2025 - Now open!
3 March 2025
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) are pleased to launch the Undergraduate Student Internship Programme 2025.
NIHR School for Primary Care Research joins public involvement pledge
17 February 2025
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research has joined other health and social care organisations in a pledge to improve public involvement in research.
January 2025 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
10 February 2025
The January 2025 NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding.
NIHR Three Schools' Mental Health Research Recognised in BJGP Top 10 for 2024
5 February 2025
The NIHR Three Research Schools’ Mental Health Programme is delighted to announce that a study led by Dr. Juan Carlos Bazo Alvarez has been recognised as one of the Top 10 articles of 2024 by the British Journal of General Practice (BJGP).
NIHR Three Research Schools Early Career Researcher Event
27 January 2025
On Wednesday, 20th November 2024, early career researchers from across the NIHR Three Research Schools' gathered for an inspiring day of networking, thought-provoking sessions, and lively discussions.
NIHR Mental Health Fellowship Yields Insights on Primary Care and Parkinson’s Risk
23 January 2025
Dr. Juan Carlos Bazo Alvarez, a former NIHR Three Research Schools' Mental Health Programme Fellow, has recently celebrated the publication of two research papers stemming from his Fellowship.
SPCR Bitesize Impact Showcases
20 January 2025
Join us for a series of engaging webinars highlighting the successes and impact of our research.
Second Call for Applications: NIHR Three Schools Prevention Research Programme – Pre-Application Support Fund
17 January 2025
The NIHR have just launched a second call for the NIHR Three Schools Prevention Research Programme Pre-Application Support Fund, aimed at supporting individuals in preparing strong applications for an NIHR Career Development funding award.
Editorial Highlights Digital Technology's Role in Mental Health Care
13 January 2025
A new editorial in BMC Digital Health explores the transformative potential of digital tools, such as mobile apps and online therapy, in addressing global mental health challenges. Anna Price was funded by a NIHR Three Schools’ Mental Health Research Fellowship.
Congratulations to Professor Elaine Hay on her MBE for Services to Medical Research
9 January 2025
Huge congratulations to Professor Elaine Hay, at Keele School of Medicine and SPCR researcher, on being awarded an MBE for services to medical research.
Celebrating 2024: SPCR Highlights and Achievements
16 December 2024
As we wrap up 2024, the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is celebrating a year of achievements with two festive infographics.
Three NIHR Research Schools' Mental Health Programme Funding Call - Suicide Prevention
16 December 2024
The Three NIHR Research Schools' Mental Health Programme has launched a new funding call for Suicide Prevention.
December 2024 | NIHR SPCR Newsletter
10 December 2024
The December NIHR SPCR newsletter, along with a NIHR SPCR Publication Special, is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding.
SPCR Impact Case Studies: Showcasing Pioneering Primary Care Research
9 December 2024
The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) presents its updated Case Studies collection, highlighting 21 transformative research projects that advance healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
How can schools be more inclusive for the most marginalised children?
3 December 2024
Dr Rhiannon Barker, Mental Health Fellow, writes about the recent qualitative study she led, reflecting on the team’s findings and actions schools should take to improve practices.
SPCR Nursing and Midwifery Research Conference 2025
2 December 2024
Abstracts welcome for the next School of Primary Care Nursing and Midwifery Research Conference, Monday 10 February 2025 - deadline Friday 10 January 2025.
New study will explore how voluntary organisations support young people at risk of suicide
27 November 2024
Dr. Maria Michail, Three Schools' Mental Health Award holder, has been commissioned to lead a new study exploring how voluntary organisations support young people at risk of suicide.
Found poem gives voice to patients’ experiences of blood tests
19 November 2024
Jess Watson's NIHR SPCR funded project recently co-produced a poem that gives voice to patients' experiences of having blood tests and receiving blood test results.