NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Oxford Health
@oxhealthcrf
The NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Oxford Health is part of the NIHR and hosted by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust. It is a dedicated centre for improving mental and cognitive health treatments through clinical research.
🤔Have you ever wondered what happens after taking part in research? Oxford Health R&D has launched a leaflet to help participants understand what happens when a study ends, including where to find results and further support. Read more and download: tinyurl.com/RandDaftercare
We are looking for an Alzheimer's Society UK Dementia Trials Network Research nurse and a Research Recruitment Facilitator to join our friendly team at our Clinical Research Facility. 🔗 Job description and details on how to apply: oxfordhealthcrf.nihr.ac.uk/about/vacanc... #Researchjobs
Help find future #dementia treatments at NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Oxford Health We are recruiting a Band 6 Alzheimer’s Society UKDTN Research Nurse to work within a newly formed team. oxfordhealthcrf.nihr.ac.uk/vacancy/alzh... Deadline 16 August.
🤔Could research make a difference to you or someone you care about? Supported by @oxhealthbrc.bsky.social, #CountMeIn gives patients the choice to hear about research opportunities they may be eligible to take part in. Learn more and access patient resources: tinyurl.com/CountMeInOxf...
Our CRF and Mental Health Research Delivery teams joined colleagues from across the UK and Ireland at the UK & Ireland CRF Conference recently 2026 at Trinity College Dublin. Read more about our experience and contributions at this fantastic event: tinyurl.com/UKCRFConf26
The Genes & Health study aims to improve the health among people of Pakistani and Bangladeshi heritage by analysing the genes and health of 125,000 volunteers aged 16 and over. If you would like to take part, contact us: GenesandHealthresearchstudy@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk @genesandhealth.bsky.social
Great to see the NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Oxford Health recognised in the Oxford Brookes Celebrating Excellence in Practice Education 2026 report. oxfordhealthcrf.nihr.ac.uk/student-feed...
Oxford Health has launched a research programme to improve health outcomes for Black communities, who are underrepresented in health and genetic research Open to ✔️ people over 16 from Black ethnic backgrounds ✔️ people with Sickle Cell or Thalassaemia, regardless of ethnicity tinyurl.com/2b8txyer
Last week, we welcomed Andrea Young, Chair of Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, to our Clinical Research Facility. Andrea met with staff to discuss our research and toured our eight examination rooms, laboratory and Oxford BioStorage Service. Learn more about us: oxfordhealthcrf.nihr.ac.uk
In April, Professor Lucy Chappell, CEO of the NIHR visited Oxford Health for a meeting on NIHR infrastructure and priorities. Professor Chappell was taken on a tour of our Clinical Research Facility to see first-hand the breadth of work underway. Read more: tinyurl.com/4fd4tm6r #NIHR20
We attended this year's vibrant and colourful #OxfordPride2026, showing our support for the LGBTQIA+ community while sharing our opportunities to get involved in research! Read about the day on our website: oxfordhealthcrf.nihr.ac.uk/research-col... #BePartofResearch #NIHR20
Great to see our colleague Nick Raven recognised with an Exceptional People Award recently. As Senior Accountant for R&D, his work underpins efficient research delivery showing how vital finance and ops expertise are to enabling impactful research. 👏Congratulations, Nick: tinyurl.com/EPANRaven
How do #clinicaltrials bring new mental health treatments closer to patients in Oxford and beyond? Today for #ClinicalTrialsDay Amanda Colston, Matron of our CRF reflects on the people and infrastructure behind the research. Read Amanda’s interview: tinyurl.com/5dfanazm
To mark #ClinicalTrialsDay, we’re promoting studies open to recruitment across our CRF. ASCEnD—testing aripiprazole with sertraline for #bipolardepression. Find out more or enquire: tinyurl.com/OHCRFASCEND
Every #ClinicalTrialsDay (20 May), we celebrate the people behind research. Our CRF is recruiting for studies testing new #treatments to slow #Alzheimer’s. You may be eligible if aged 50–90 with MCI or Alzheimer’s. Contact memory.research@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk to find out more.
This Wednesday 20th May, join us for our Open Afternoon to celebrate International Clinical Trials Day! Learn about the research we do, meet our researchers, tour our clinical rooms and lab, find out how mental health research happens and learn about how you could take part.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek focuses on taking action to support good #mentalhealth Our researchers are sharing habits that research shows can improve mental wellbeing Amanda Colston, our Matron, speaks about how time spent outdoors can help to improve mood. CRF web: tinyurl.com/CRFOxfordHea...
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we are sharing everyday habits that can make a difference to our mental health. Claudia Hurducas, CRF Manager, talks about the impact of consistent, good quality sleep. Learn more about better sleep: tinyurl.com/dhptr9n6 #MHAWeek2026
#ClinicalTrialsDay (20 May): studies at our CRF need participants. We’re highlighting ABHACUS a brain health study using smartphone apps to assess #memory & #cognition. Aged 18–65, with or without a condition? You may be eligible to take part. oxfordhealth.CRF@nhs.net
Our researchers are supporting #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek 2026 by sharing habits that can make a positive difference to mental wellbeing. Dr Andreia Paggi shares the benefits of incorporating physical activity in our daily routines. #MHAWeek2026
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, our researchers are sharing tips that can make a positive difference to mental wellbeing. Senior Research Nurse Balaji Rajendran speaks about the impact of movement, nature and daylight on mental health. Learn more about Balaji’s work: tinyurl.com/prw4tn9s
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, our researchers are answering: “What is one everyday habit that research shows can make a positive difference to mental wellbeing?” Debbie Moll, CRF Team Lead, shares how creative pursuits can be a powerful way to support mental health. tinyurl.com/4w6p2nur
If you’re living with #bipolardepression, you may be eligible for the ALTO-100-211 study. The study is looking for adults who: 18-70 years old Have an existing diagnosis of bipolar disorder with depression Must not be pregnant or breastfeeding 📧 oxfordhealth.crf@nhs.net - to check eligibility
A new study has revealed surprising findings about the link between cognition and #depression relapse. Researchers analysed data from participants to explore whether cognitive difficulties could predict future episodes of depression. oxfordhealthbrc.nihr.ac.uk/better-cogni...
On 20 May, #ClinicalTrialsDay highlights the value of #research. This May we’re featuring recruiting studies at our CRF, including ABATE—testing a potential treatment to slow Alzheimer’s. Aged 50–85 with memory concerns? Contact: memory.research@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
RENEW-MDD-1 is a clinical research study for people with major depressive disorder (MDD). This month marks #InternationalClinicalTrialsDay (20 May) and we’re featuring studies across our CRF open to recruitment. Get involved: 📧 oxfordhealth.crf@nhs.net 📞 01865 902135
🫵Could you be part of our team? We’re recruiting a Specialty Doctor in Clinical Research (Adult & Older Adult Psychiatry) to join our team based at Warneford Hospital, Oxford. Help shape the future of mental health research. Apply by 26 April. Apply online: tinyurl.com/JoinOHCRF
Join us on Wednesday 20 May at from 1pm to 3.30pm at our Clinical Research Facility for our annual Open Afternoon. Learn about our research and take a tour of our facility. Read more and register: oxfordhealthcrf.nihr.ac.uk/join-us-at-o...
D-CYPHR is transforming our understanding of childhood health. Children aged 0 to 15 are invited to donate a saliva sample and answer a health and lifestyle questionnaire so researchers can study how genetics and environment influence health in childhood. tinyurl.com/32hkb3my
World Bipolar Day provides an opportunity to highlight our Bipolar Disorder Research Clinic at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust. The Clinic focuses on improving care for people with #bipolar disorder, particularly around bipolar depression and long‑term mood instability. tinyurl.com/mwux3ek9