Research opportunities

See the latest research opportunities and how you can get involved.

Here you will find details of studies you may be interested in taking part in.

The projects and study teams are independent of Kidney Care UK and it is best to contact the teams directly for more information about each study. All studies have received independent ethical approval.

To find out more about current medical research trials that are taking place for people living with kidney disease, please go to the Be Part of Research website.

  • Identifying inclusive education and information for all people managing early-stage chronic kidney disease

    This project aims to help people with early stage chronic kidney disease and their families get better information and education. The researchers will use an online survey to learn more about the experiences of people in the kidney community.

  • Sexual health assessment in kidney disease: An unmet need.

    This study aims to use online interviews to understand the experiences of people with kidney disease and their partners undergoing sexual health assessment.

  • Exploring neurodivergence amongst altruistic kidney donors

    This study aims to explore the decision-making processes and lived experiences of neurodivergent altruistic kidney donors in order to understand and improve care.

  • Understanding information needs for people with kidney disease and other health conditions

    Researchers at the University of Sheffield are seeking to understand the information people with kidney disease need to manage their health and care better through interviews.

  • INFILTRATE Study – Patient, carer or family co-creation workshops

    This study aims to explore the lived experience of people living with kidney failure and their families and carers, with a particular focus on patients' weight prior to transplantation and the challenges that being overweight can bring.

  • Living Well on Haemodialysis: a course to help people adjust to haemodialysis

    A team of researchers from the University of Derby and the University of Nottingham are looking for 10 people with experience of regular haemodialysis for chronic kidney disease to test specially designed materials to help people live better on hospital dialysis.