Other research projects that are currently recruiting participants
If you are interested in taking part in primary care research, here are some projects that are currently recruiting participants. Click on the project title to find out more and to see what type of participants the research team is looking for. If you are leading a project which you would like to add to our list, please contact us at gppact@gmail.com.
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As part of a Master’s, I am conducting a study exploring the emotional dimensions of infant feeding, from the perspective of healthcare professionals across the UK. The study aims to understand how professionals recognise and respond to experiences such as grief, guilt or unmet expectations in relation to infant feeding, as well as perceived training needs and support pathways.
Who we are recruiting
DO YOU PROVIDE PERINATAL OR INFANT FEEDING CARE? (E.G. MIDWIFE, HEALTH VISITOR, NURSE, GP, TRAINED INFANT FEEDING PEER SUPPORTER / BREASTFEEDING COUNSELLOR, IBCLC OR OTHER ROLE)
ARE YOU CURRENTLY PRACTISING IN THE UK?
What is involved
COMPLETE AN ANONYMOUS SURVEY ONLINE. IT SHOULD TAKE AROUND 20-25 MINUTESVIEW THE RECRUITMENT POSTER
How to participate
👉 If you are interested in, or would like to take part, the participant information leaflet and survey link can be accessed here:
The BREATHE Approach Study – Healthcare Professionals Survey
What can I gain from participating?
Primary care clinicians, particularly GPs, often play an important role in supporting women during the perinatal period, including when feeding challenges arise or when emotional distress is present. However, their perspectives are often underrepresented in this area of research. I am therefore particularly keen to ensure GP voices are included, to better understand how support is currently provided in primary care settings and where additional guidance or resources may be helpful.
End date
8th May 2026
Contact for further information
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This research is designed to explore the experiences of UK healthcare workers who have periods at work. The findings will be used in ongoing work to better understand and highlight the experiences and needs of those who have periods in their healthcare-based workplaces.
Who we are recruiting
Are you a healthcare worker within the UK, aged between 18 and 55, who has periods/menstruates/bleeds or has done in the past 18 months? We are keen to reach as many different healthcare workers as possible - including GPs, district and practice-based nurses, practice reception staff etc.
What is involved
We are inviting participants to completing a survey which through piloting, is estimated to take on average, under 10 minutes (between five and 15 minutes) depending on how you answer the questions.
How to participate
👉 If you are interested in, or would like to take part, the participant information leaflet and survey link can be accessed via the SOS box website link here:
www.thesosbox.org/all-about-the-nhs-period-equity-study
What can I gain from participating?
By taking part, you will be helping to further this work for colleagues within UK healthcare who have periods. If you choose, you also have the chance to enter a draw to win a £25 Amazon voucher upon completion of the survey.
End date
Spring 2025
Contact for further information
If you would like further information or have any questions about the study and your possible part in this, you can contact the lead researcher, Laura (Josie) Cheetham via JCheetham3@lancashire.ac.uk. -
Researchers at the Glasgow Caledonian University and the University of Exeter would like to invite General Practice Nurses working with diverse communities and/or in areas of multiple deprivation to take part in an online or telephone interview (30 to 45 minutes) for the UPLIFT study: Understanding and Promoting incLusive pelvIc Floor health in primary care nursing.
The study aims to understand the experiences and perspectives of general practice nurses about implementing a pelvic floor health intervention to prevent and manage common pelvic floor problems like urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.
Who we are recruiting
General Practice Nurses working in the UK. The research team are particularly keen to hear from nurses working in areas of multiple deprivation and multiple ethnic diversity, and from nurses who themselves come from diverse global majority communities.What is involved
We would like to invite you to take part in an online interview that would last 30-45 minutes. The interview would aim to explore your perspectives on how a pelvic floor health intervention could be integrated into routine practice.How to participate
👉 Please read the recruitment flyer and invitation letter for more information. If you are interested in taking part or have further questions please contact the study team at UPLIFT@gcu.ac.uk.What can I gain from participating?
We will provide £20 Love2Shop vouchers as a thank you payment for all general practice nurse participants.The intervention is in the early stages of development and your views are central to improvements and making it work.
End date
End of April 2026Contact for further information
Email: UPLIFT@gcu.ac.uk. -
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A qualitative survey with open ended questions study to explore how clinicians make clinical decisions when using patient facing online triage tools, with a focus on how they respond to potential cancer symptoms reported on the tool (this is a part of a PhD research).Who we are recruiting
We would like to invite general practice clinicians to take part in a survey to explore your experience.What is involved
A short survey of duration 10 to 15 minutes. Responses are confidential, and the data collected is used solely for research purposes.How to participate
👉 You can access the survey via this link:
https://warwick.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5vZOD8GC7otEj8aWhat can I gain from participating?
At the end of the survey, you will have the opportunity to sign up to a prize draw with the chance to win a £250 shopping voucher from Edenred.End date
The study will run until end of June 2026.Contact for further information
Please contact Armina Paule (PhD student) via email armina.paule@warwick.ac.uk for any questions.
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The Antler 75+ trial includes a qualitative study – we wish to explore perspectives of General Practitioners (GPs) about the management and support of older adults with depression, including prescribing and deprescribing antidepressants.
Who we are recruiting
General Practitioners (GPs) based anywhere in the UK.What is involved
This will be a one-off interview conducted by telephone or an online platform. The interview will be about how you support and manage older adults with depression. View the flyerHow to participate
👉 If you are willing to participate in an interview, please contact:
Michelle Rickett, Research Associate, Keele University
m.c.rickett1@keele.ac.ukOr
Carolyn Chew-Graham,
Professor of General Practice Research, Keele University
c.a.chew-graham@keele.ac.ukWhat can I gain from participating?
Reimbursement for your time (BMA rates) will be offered.End date
End of March 2026Contact for further information
Email m.c.rickett1@keele.ac.uk or
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MOSAIC2 adaptation study involves a series of online workshops to adapt the clinically effective MOSAIC walking intervention delivered in secondary care for primary care and community services (February to May 2026)
Who we are recruiting
We are currently seeking expressions of interest from community and primary care practitioners who may want to be involved. We are keen to hear from Nurses, GPs, Physician Associates, Allied Health Professionals, Health and wellbeing practitioners, Healthcare Assistants, Rehabilitation or Exercise Instructors working in the community or general practice.What is involved
We will be hosting a series of online interactive group meetings. This includes: A 2-hour small group meeting with primary care and community practitioners in February/March (stage 1: various times/dates are available)
A larger 2.5-hour meeting with professionals and patients or carers in April (stage 2)
Finally, some smaller 1-hour meetings with 4-6 participants to fine tune MOSAIC2 resources and practitioner training in May (stage 3: various times/dates available).
How to participate
👉 The expression of interest form can be accessed via the following link: https://linktr.ee/mosaic2project. Alternatively, you can email MOSAIC2.info@sgul.ac.uk.What can I gain from participating?
We will be offering shopping vouchers to participants to thank them for their contribution (£50 per stage, maximum £150 per participant). Practitioners can join some or all our meetings/stages as we appreciate they are busy!End date
End of March 2026 for stage 1Contact for further information
Please contact mosaic2info@sgul.ac.uk or Daniel Cooper (dcooper@sgul.ac.uk) if you have any queries.
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The proportion of people living with HIV aged over 50 years has doubled in the last decade as effective anti-retroviral treatments have enabled them to live longer and healthier lives. We are also beginning to see the effects of ageing, so they will need to engage more with primary care teams to manage long term conditions and frailty. Historically there have been many barriers for people living with HIV to engage with GPs. How can general practice and HIV services respond to their needs as they age.
We want your views on how health services need to be prepared and how care could be organised. No HIV knowledge is required.
Who we are recruiting
We are recruiting clinicians from general practice and HIV clinics working in Sheffield, Bristol and Brighton.What is involved
You are invited to participate in an online focus group discussion lasting 1-1.5hrs.How to participate
👉 See the link below for more information and how to register your interests.REACH - Research Exploring Ageing, Care, and HIV in General Practice (HCPs vers 2) – Fill in form
What can I gain from participating?
All participants will be compensated for their time.End date
End of March 2026.Contact for further information
Dr Richard Ma, NIHR Clinical Lecturer in General Practice, richard.ma@bristol.ac.uk
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The study aims to explore the perceived barriers and facilitators to diagnosing Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) in UK Primary care, from both patient and healthcare Professionals (HCPs) perspectives through a survey and interviews of both groups.
Who can take part?
This survey is open to all healthcare professionals working in primary care in the UK. You don’t need to see patients with HS or even know what the condition is to take part.How could you help?
👉 You can find out more and complete the survey here:https://redcap.link/IDHS_HCP_SMIt takes 5-10 minutes to complete. If you complete the survey you have the option to be entered into a draw to win a £100 Love2Shop voucher.
End date
August 2026.Any questions?
Contact Hannah.wainman@bristol.ac.uk or to find out more go to the study website https://idhs.blogs.bristol.ac.uk/
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Background
This study is part of an MSc in Healthcare & Design at Imperial College London. It explores the factors that contribute to delays in the diagnosis of endometriosis and aims to use these insights to help design practical improvements to diagnostic pathways, tools, and care experiences.Who we are recruiting
We are recruiting adults aged 18+ from three groups: people with a confirmed diagnosis of endometriosis, UK-based GPs, and gynaecologists.What is involved
Participation may include a short online survey, an optional interview or focus group, and up to three co-design workshops.
How to participate
👉 If you are interested in taking part, please contact Alaina Zubair at az423@ic.ac.uk . You will then receive further information and the relevant study materials.What can I gain from participating?
There is no financial benefit, but your contribution may help inform improvements to endometriosis diagnosis and care for future patients.End date
The study will run until September 2026.
Contact for further information
For further information, please contact Alaina Zubair at az423@ic.ac.uk
