Postgraduate researchers

Understanding the place of inhaled therapy in optimising outcomes for people with cystic fibrosis in the modulator era

This research aims to increase the understanding of how people taking precision medications change their adherence to existing aspects of their treatment and whether this affects their health outcomes.

PhD supervisors: Dr Alison Laver-Fawcett and Dr Sam Yoward

Investigating physical activity and sedentary behaviour in an osteoarthritic population; consideration for cardiovascular health

This PhD explores the impact of habitual activities on cardiovascular health in an osteoarthritic population to aid management of these behaviours which will inform clinical practice and improve overall health and wellbeing.

PhD supervisor: Dr Alex Beaumont

Sensory processing differences and adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADHD): exploring the theoretical assumptions and implications with Experts by Experience

This research aims to identify theoretical concepts related to sensory processing differences that can be explored with adults with ADHD, with a view to producing contemporary assessment and intervention recommendations for clinical practice.

PhD supervisor: Dr Alison Laver-Fawcett and Dr Stephanie Petty

Psycho-physical interactions in Parkinson's Disease: Investigating the relationship between the physical and psychological symptoms of Parkinson's Disease

People with Parkinson's Disease commonly experience motor (physical) and non-motor (including psychological) symptoms. This PhD aims to investigate the potential relationship between these symptoms to improve our understanding of the condition.

PhD supervisors: Professor Divine Charura and Dr Alastair Jordan

Does pre-conception and inter-conception lifestyle intervention (diet and exercise) for weight reduction affect maternal, foetal and neonatal outcomes compared to standard care? A systematic review.

The objective is to evaluate the effect of lifestyle interventions (diet and exercise) which focus on weight reduction of overweight and obese women, pre and interpregnancy. Further to this, prospective cohort studies will be included which compare pre-pregnancy diet and exercise habits. A range of health and pregnancy related outcomes will be included.

MSc by Research supervisors: Dr Amy Campbell, Dr Sophie Carter and Dr Sarah Barker

Delaying and reversing frailty in rural communities

This PhD will explore frailty in rural communities. An exercise-based intervention to treat frailty will be co-produced and tested.

PhD supervisors: Professor Garry Tew and Dr Sophie Carter

The development of an evidence-based intervention for the management of Iliotibial band syndrome in runners

This PhD will explore the aetiology of ITBS in runners, then use this knowledge to develop an evidence-based intervention to treat it.

PhD supervisors: Dr Jon Thompson, Dr Daniel Madigan and Dr Alastair Jordan

Informal carers of people living with dementia and their relationship with specialist dementia services: An examination of experiences, expectations, and future thinking

This PhD will examine informal carer and professional experiences of specialist dementia services. The project will explore expectations of services and future perceptions to support embedding carer focussed interventions in practice.

PhD supervisors: Professor Divine Charura and Dr Scott Cole

Investigation and validation of novel prognostic molecular biomarkers in the peri-tumoural tissue of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma

This research focuses on discovering prognostic molecular biomarkers for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma using immunohistochemical and genomic methods. The ultimate aim is to clinically validate biomarkers that help detecting loco-regional and secondary disease development.

PhD supervisors: Dr Adam Odell, Dr Adi Baumgartner and Dr Rob Ellis

Feasibility of implementing a supervised exercise programme for people with intermittent claudication

The project will explore the feasibility and effects of a new York-based supervised exercise programme for people with intermittent claudication.

MSc by Research supervisors: Professor Garry Tew and Dr Alastair Jordan

Advanced Clinical Practitioners in emergency medicines: An exploration of professional identity and sustainability

Emergency Department Advanced Care Practitioners (EDACPs) are a multi-professionally amalgamated workforce aimed at addressing medical staffing shortages. This research will use social identity theory as a framework to ascertain whether a professional identity exists for EDACPs in England as a new role and a level of practice.

PhD supervisors: Dr Jon Thompson and Dr Chris Boyes

Can physical activity intervention reduce cholesterol in Familial Hypercholesterolaemia?

This research establishes baseline levels of existing physical activity (PA) in this cohort, identifying if they meet NICE guidelines for PA, proposing interventions to increase PA, monitoring of cholesterol levels and any improvements achieved by PA interventions.

PhD supervisors: Dr Sophie Carter and Dr Alex Beaumont