Research with care

Research with care

CPFT is a top research active NHS trust and hosts the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration East of England. We work with global, national and local partners to conduct high quality, groundbreaking research into mental and physical health, and support innovation to improve care services. 

Every year we run studies with thousands of participants to learn more about conditions and find new therapies and treatments that work for different people. Our research translates the latest scientific discoveries and evidence into NHS care at CPFT.

Research stories

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Nurse consultant honoured by Queen’s Nursing Institute Fellowship

CPFT’s first honorary nurse consultant in palliative care, Dr Ben Bowers, has been awarded a Fellowship of the Queen's Nursing Institute at their annual awards...

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Research with CPFT shows how music can reduce distress

A new study with CPFT has demonstrated for the first time how and why music therapy can reduce distress and agitation and improve wellbeing for people with advanced dementia...

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Cambridge Psychosis Centre offers specialist advice for complex cases

CPFT experts have launched a new service providing specialist advice and guidance with research to help people living with severe mental health conditions schizophrenia and psychosis...

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As a patient, relative or carer using our services, sometimes you may need to turn to someone for help, advice, and support. 

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