Projects (91)

Primary care research priorities in Scotland after the coronavirus pandemic Jul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021
The aim of this project is to reach a consensus for primary care research priorities in Scotland where uncertainties remain and set a research direction that will be relevant for patients, carers and generalist healthcare professionals in the afterma... Read More about Primary care research priorities in Scotland after the coronavirus pandemic.

Review and Evaluation of ARMED Service Aug 31, 2020 - Jul 16, 2021
The ARMED (Advanced Risk Modelling for Early Detection) anti-fall service solution has been developed by HAS Technology and Edinburgh Napier University to detect early warning signs for risk of falling.
The purpose of this project is to inform the... Read More about Review and Evaluation of ARMED Service.

Team cohesion in task-oriented Covid-19 NHS response teams: implications for clinical performance and individual long-term mental health Nov 2, 2020 - Sep 1, 2022
A key component of the NHS (and global) response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been to reinforce acute and critical care capacity, through an unprecedented re-deployment of personnel from different care pathways into fluid teams consisting of voluntee... Read More about Team cohesion in task-oriented Covid-19 NHS response teams: implications for clinical performance and individual long-term mental health.

A novel G protein-coupled receptor target for metabolic syndrome Sep 1, 2020 - Feb 28, 2022
Metabolic syndrome is the medical term for a group of risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. The risk factors for metabolic syndrome include high blood pressure, high blood sugar (insulin resistan... Read More about A novel G protein-coupled receptor target for metabolic syndrome.

Multi-targets drug against Alzheimer (AD) disease: Mechanistic studies of drug action through amyloid and associated signalling pathways. Sep 1, 2020 - Dec 31, 2022

The aim of this project is to synthesise a small discrete library of novel compounds based on our lead compound, by applying the methodology developed in our laboratory, and to study the mechanism of action of active one and confirm the multi targe... Read More about Multi-targets drug against Alzheimer (AD) disease: Mechanistic studies of drug action through amyloid and associated signalling pathways..

Midwives, health visitors, family nurse practitioners and women’s experiences of the NHS Grampian’s Financial Inclusion Pathway: A qualitative investigation of early implementation and impact Apr 16, 2020 - Mar 31, 2022
This formative research study will enhance understanding about the implementation of the Financial Inclusion Pathway (FIP) within NHS Grampian in relation to its impact on clinical practice, both in terms of the delivery of and, experience of care.... Read More about Midwives, health visitors, family nurse practitioners and women’s experiences of the NHS Grampian’s Financial Inclusion Pathway: A qualitative investigation of early implementation and impact.

Falls modelling in hospital Apr 1, 2020 - Sep 30, 2021
Falls are a major public health issue and a key concern in hospitals where falls in older adults represent a leading cause of injury and reduction in quality of life.

Monitoring falls will identify areas for improved practice and areas of concern... Read More about Falls modelling in hospital.

An international, multi-disciplinary, multi-sectoral training network on ageism Jul 1, 2018 - Apr 30, 2022
Europe has the largest percentage of older adults worldwide, but has a high prevalence of ageism; the complex and often negative construction of old age. In contrast to the wide prevalence of ageism, the majority of research, has targeted racism and... Read More about An international, multi-disciplinary, multi-sectoral training network on ageism.

Extracting added value from the Seaweed Industry - a search for novel anti-obesity agents Oct 1, 2018 - Dec 31, 2022
Seaweed farming is a growing industry in the UK, with the majority of the biomass being used for the extraction of high yield products such as aliginates, or for use as biofuels.

However, a significant amount of the biomass remains un-used and t... Read More about Extracting added value from the Seaweed Industry - a search for novel anti-obesity agents.

Defining the emerging roles of GPR55 Oct 1, 2019 - Feb 4, 2023
The G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR) superfamily play crucial roles in cell communication. Given their involvement in neurological disorders, inflammatory and metabolic diseases, diabetes and cardiac dysfunction they represent the largest and most s... Read More about Defining the emerging roles of GPR55.

An investigation of the development and testing of a preconception intervention for implementation by community pharmacy teams to support people preparing for a healthy pregnancy Oct 1, 2023 - Sep 30, 2028
The health and behaviours of women of reproductive age are key determinants of a healthy pregnancy and can have far-reaching consequences for the health of the next generation. Having a healthy lifestyle prior to pregnancy, known as preconception hea... Read More about An investigation of the development and testing of a preconception intervention for implementation by community pharmacy teams to support people preparing for a healthy pregnancy.