Using a team science approach to improve systematic reviews of behaviour change techniquesThe awardIn November 2025, team BEST BEHAVIOUR, which includes members of the Manchester Centre for Health Psychology, embarked on an 18-month endeavour funded by an NIHR Team...
An update on the (HED-LINE) Healthy Living Diabetes – Long-term Independent National Evaluation project.
Parkinson's disease is a complex neuro degenerative condition that affects millions around the globe. It not only affects the individuals diagnosed, but their families and communities as well. As a researcher delving into the depths of this disorder, my journey has...
Disordered Eating and PregnancyApproximately 7% of expectant mothers fit the criteria for an eating disorder. Having a baby can be an extremely stressful time. Emotionally taxing as it is, pregnancy is a time when your body is the centre of attention, changing and...
In recent years, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare has increased dramatically. AI is used to help with various tasks, from recognising medical images, making diagnoses, and creating personalised treatment plans based on individual rather than...
The TeamMy research centres on the ways in which musical participation can positively impact on people living with dementia, as well as ‘in the moment’ approaches to care in a dementia context. I am part of a cross-disciplinary research team (psychology, nursing,...
Why was this work conducted? Individuals aged 55-74 who currently or have previously smoked may be eligible for a lung health check by the NHS. These checks involve answering questions about lung health and smoking, and in some cases being offered a scan of the lungs....
Baby loss remains a silent topic despite affecting thousands of families in the UK each year. Most women become pregnant again after losing a baby, which can bring up feelings of guilt, sadness and anxiety. A study conducted by a team of multi-disciplinary...
Did you know that there are 20% fewer black students who achieve a 1st or 2i degree compared to white students? This ‘gap’ becomes even larger when we look at those working in academia. Only 1% of UK professors are Black and there are only 41 Black women professors in...
My first full-time job after leaving school was as care assistant in a care home for older adults. Whilst the work was physically and mentally challenging, I also found it immensely rewarding, and I loved learning about the lives of the people I was caring for. I...
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