The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) has named the University as one of nine institutions making up the School for Primary Care Research (SPCR). The University will share in more than £30 million of government funding over the next five years to improve healthcare delivery in general practice.
The School provides research evidence to inform NHS policy and clinical guidelines, thereby improving the patient experience of primary care. It also trains future leaders in the field by providing multi-disciplinary training and career development opportunities.
Paul Little, Professor of Primary Care Research at the University says, “Membership of the SPCR is a great honour, recognising the high quality and impact of the research undertaken within the Primary Care Group at Southampton.”
The renewed membership will mean the University can further develop its research into areas such as antibiotic resistance and the diagnosis and treatment of depression. You can find more information on the University website.