We undertake research that provides evidence for improving the experience of health and health care for patients and citizens through tackling complex problems, with a particular emphasis on the interface of technology and health care.

We are known internationally for our innovation in research methodology for health science (social science, systems research, mixed methods, ethics) and for the application of innovative methodology from other disciplines to issues related to health and health care.

• A international study to identify the most serious threats to the health, independence and wellbeing of older people and to ensure that appropriate responses are made
• Developing decision support systems for primary care and their evaluation
• The development and evaluation of clinical ethics support and understanding health care practices around clinical, ethical dilemmas
• Investigating the process and effects of using predictive risk models in GP practices
• Understanding the relationship between the housing environment and health
• Evaluation of cancer-related rehabilitation and therapies
• Evidence basis for policy and organisational change in emergency care
• Production of national clinical practice guidelines for ambulance services and the development of decision support tools for ambulance services
• The identification and management of safety issues in health care
• The use of drama to stimulate and inform debate on health issues
• Understanding the role and value of experiential knowledge in decision making for health
• Understanding the impact of complex interventions
• Methodological research that extends our ability to understand complex health issues