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.
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Contribution of Medicine Taking on Treatment Burden in CKD patients
This study aims to understand how managing multiple medications affects people with chronic kidney disease who don't need dialysis or a transplant. We're looking at how taking many medications can be a burden and if it makes people less likely to stick to their treatment. We also want to know how managing your condition impacts your overall wellbeing.
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Experience Based Co-design of Psychosis Centered Integrated Care Services for Ethnically Diverse People with Multimorbidity (Co-PICS)
The aim of this study is to improve the care of diverse people, living with psychosis and multiple long-term conditions by co-designing resources based on patient experiences.
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Service users' intention towards using mobile health app in hospitals
Mobile health apps are increasingly used for managing health and well-being, empowering patients for self-advocacy and facilitating recovery for some patients. The aim of this study is to explore factors influencing inpatients' use of mHealth apps in hospitals.
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Understanding and reducing inequalities in kidney health care and outcomes in Scotland
A study organised by the University of Aberdeen is looking for people with kidney disease aged 18-65 years to take part in a study to help them understand why kidney care in Scotland is not the same for everyone, and how to make it fairer.