Screening, prevention and early diagnosis
Our research in this theme is primarily in relation to cancer, child health and wellbeing.
Cancer
Our research is aimed at increasing understanding of the influences on cancer risk and prevention, early symptomatic diagnosis, and uptake and technology application in screening (including colorectal and lung).
We use behavioural science to develop and test interventions designed to increase public awareness of cancer risk factors, support earlier diagnosis and improve screening outcomes, particularly among high-risk groups and with a focus on reducing socioeconomic inequality.
Our team and collaborations have specific interests in new technologies that bridge clinical, translational and behavioural research in the screening, prevention and early diagnosis of cancer.
Researchers
| Name |
|---|
| Dr Pauline Ashfield-Watt |
| Professor Kate Brain |
| Dr Sunil Dolwani |
| Professor Adrian Edwards |
| Dr Kate Lifford |
| Dr Grace McCutchan |
| Ria Poole |
| Rajeswari Ramaraj |
| Pamela Smith |
| Dr Stephanie Smits |
Child health and wellbeing
Our research is aimed at developing and validating clinical prediction tools for identifying children at risk of child abuse or neglect.
Researchers
Our research creates benefits across health, society and the economy.
