Research within the School of Nursing, Public and Allied Health

Research lies at the heart of LJMU's mission to improve lives through innovation, collaboration and evidence-informed practice. This commitment was recognised in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). 73.1% of LJMU's research was judged to be world-leading or internationally excellent. This reflects both the quality and breadth of research undertaken across the University.

Within our school, research is driven by a commitment to addressing real-world health and social care challenges. A strong emphasis is placed on co-production and public involvement. This ensures that research is shaped by the needs of patients, practitioners and communities. It also delivers meaningful improvements to policy, education and clinical practice.

We have a large global reach working alongside agencies and charities such as UNICEF, WHO and the United Nations Population Fund. 

Our global areas of expertise are varied, and include:

• adverse childhood experiences,
• violence prevention,
• cardiovascular science,
• paediatric critical care,
• drug use,
• financial inclusion and maternal health.

We also work closely with our communities and have strong links with our City Councils, NHS Trusts and Merseyside Police.

Our School has a strong track record of facilitating ‘Student Research Internships’. Our students work closely with experienced researchers on various health-related research projects. This allows them to gain valuable research knowledge and experience to take to their future careers.

Our research centres