Smarter Studies
We work to deliver swifter and more effective translation of scientific research into patient benefits
Global Impact
We are at the forefront of resolving internationally important questions
Better Health
Our research helps to improve healthcare around the world
In 2024, we celebrated our 25th anniversary. That's 25 years of smarter studies, global impact and better health. '25 at 25' is a series of articles highlighting 25 of our major achievements in that time.
Latest News
The STAMPEDE prostate cancer trial wins NIHR Impact Prize
The NIHR Impact Awards celebrate research that has had an outstanding impact beyond academia.
25 Mar
STOPCAP study finds that most men with advanced prostate cancer benefit from new-generation hormone therapy drugs
New results from a meta-analysis by the STOPCAP Collaboration were presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary 2025 Meeting.
13 Feb
SMAART-MAP malaria trial opens for recruitment
SMAART-MAP is a platform trial testing supportive treatments added to standard treatment. The trial aims to improve short-term recovery in children hospitalised with severe malaria.
11 Feb
PIPELINE project launched: European collaboration tackles infectious diseases in pregnant people and infants
The PIPELINE project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing preparedness and response to infections affecting pregnant people and infants across Europe, officially kicked off this week.
31 Jan
Research Themes
Cancer
Innovative clinical trial design and meta-analysis extending beyond the boundaries of single cancer types
Infections
Major international clinical trials answering questions of global public health significance
Neurodegenerative diseases
New generation of innovative multi-arm multi-stage trials to identify and test new therapeutic treatments in neurodegenerative diseases (NDD)
Methodology
Development of methods with direct impact on the design, conduct and analysis of studies
Other Research & Policy
This section will capture projects outside the current QQR themes