Queen's University, Belfast

This study tests whether giving free reading and distance glasses to older adults (age 60+) in India who need them can slow down memory and thinking problems over three years. Researchers will also check if glasses improve quality of life, reduce falls, and ease depression. About…

This study tests a 4-week online program that teaches healthcare workers self-compassion and mindfulness to reduce stress and burnout. About 60 staff from a hospital trust will either take the program or receive usual support. The goal is to see if the training improves mental he…

This study looks at whether the order you eat your food affects blood sugar levels in women with gestational diabetes. 35 pregnant women will eat the same breakfast in two different orders (protein first or carbs first) on separate days. Researchers will measure blood sugar, gut …

This study tests whether a 20-minute exercise session on a stationary bike, done right before each radiotherapy treatment, is practical and safe for people with stage I-III non-small cell lung cancer. About 30 participants will try the program, and researchers will track how many…

This study tests a support program called HELP for family carers of people with heart failure in the UK. About 180 carers and 180 patients will take part across three sites. Carers receive six weekly online sessions, a booklet, and a website to help them care for themselves and t…

This study looks at the best way to fix a detached retina, a serious eye problem that can cause vision loss. It compares having two separate surgeries (vitrectomy first, then cataract surgery later) versus doing both at the same time. About 276 adults aged 50 and older with retin…