Research impact

A practice-led, participatory research project decontextualising old age stereotypes in the UK media.

This research examines the impact of family breakdown upon parental alienating behaviours, the increased vulnerability faced by men, and the need for increased understanding, support and recognition.

Find out about GIAM's research into how interacting online can help maintain memory in older people, in a 15 year study.

Research into improving care for people with dementia in acute care settings.

Research of HOX genes at the University of West London to help identify and treat cancer.

Professor Emily Caston’s work archives the importance and influence of British music video and is some of the first research of its kind to be carried out in the UK.

Researchers from the Richard Wells Research Centre are at the forefront of developing guidelines to prevent infection in healthcare settings.

Professor Penny Bernstock's work is helping to highlight the needs of local people in the redevelopment of the Olympic Park site.

Researchers from the University of West London have worked for years on helping older people in care settings stay hydrated.

Professor Jonathon Loo's work in cybersecurity is helping to prevent the threat of large-scale attacks.

Research into pioneering, non-destructive techniques to understand the condition of both natural and man-made structures.  

Research to understand how attitudes to rape victims can impact a police officer's judgement in sexual assault cases. 

Pyramid clubs for schools are designed to help shy or withdrawn children develop their social skills and become more confident in the classroom.

Professor Alexandros Paraskevas has worked with partners across Europe to develop a toolkit to help tackle human trafficking activity in the hospitality industry.

What if music sounded different every time you played it? Learn about our work in making music more interactive.