Discover the Institute of Health
Building on a strong track record, the unit reflects the University of Cumbria’s (UoC) long association with health and social care professions since the formation of St Martin’s College, Lancaster in 1964, from which Cumbria later developed.
Through the University’s Institute of Health and Centre for Research in Health and Society, our research focuses on major health challenges faced by our society. Our researchers investigate diagnostic and therapeutic interventions across several allied health professions, consequent implications for health and social care, healthy ageing, and improving effective patient communication in support of wellbeing.
Research Themes
Medical Imaging
Healthy Ageing
Digital Health
Rehabilitation and Healthy Lives
Results
11% of our research outputs are ‘world leading’ (4*) and 46% are ‘internationally excellent’ (3*)
50% of our research impact is ‘internationally excellent’ (3*)
63% of our research environment is ‘internationally excellent’ (3*)
Impact Case Studies
Underpinned by the university’s strategic intent to “contribute to the social, cultural and economic well-being and prosperity of our communities”, impact is integral to research activity. Staff work collaboratively on applying research into NHS settings and with a range of partners including the NHS, Age UK, Brathay Hall, Royal College of Occupational Therapy, College of Radiographers, and many others.
Two ‘impact case studies’ were submitted to REF2021, with details below.
Associate Professor Tim Donovan has undertaken research leading to improved accuracy of image interpretation in clinical practice.
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Associate Professor Karen Morris' research has led to improved occupational therapy training and accreditation standards, benefitting patients in secure mental units.
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Our Staff
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Dr Katie Walker-Small, PhD
Programme Leader in Sport Rehabilitation and Massage Therapy, Department of Medical and Sport Sciences
Professor Diane Cox, PhD
Professor Emeritus of Occupational Therapy, Institute of Health
Dr Tim Donovan, PhD
Associate Professor - Medical Image Perception and Cognition, Institute of Health
Dr Dave Eilliott, PhD
Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science, Institute of Health
Dr Karen Morris, PhD
Associate Professor (Occupational Therapy & Occupational Science), Institute of Health
Dr Helen Wilby, PhD
Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy, Institute of Health
Dr Bel Youngson, PhD
Senior Lecturer in Occupational Therapy, Institute of Health
Our Staff Continued
Dr Lucy Spain, PhD - Lecturer in Biological and Biomedical Science
Dr Tilly Reid, PhD - Advanced Practice Learning Facilitator/Senior Lecturer
Dr Peter Philips, PhD - Senior Lecturer in Medical Imaging
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