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Kidney and urinary tract disorders

Summary

We support and deliver research in the following areas:

  • chronic kidney disease
  • urology
  • hemodialysis
  • transplantation
  • glomerulonephritis and vasculitis

We oversee a wide range of studies. These include:

  • single-centre, multi-centre, early stage, observational studies
  • randomised controlled trials of medical, surgical interventions and medical technology

National Specialty Lead

Professor David Wheeler is the Clinical Research Network (CRN) National Specialty Lead for Renal.

Funding opportunities / funding calls

See the latest funding opportunities for kidney research

Associate Principal Investigator (PI) Scheme

If you’re a healthcare professional, you could be eligible for our Associate PI Scheme

Help with research

Through the Clinical Research Network (CRN), you can get help with:

  • planning and delivering your research to achieve the greatest impact
  • recruiting patients for your study
  • costs for your study, if you are eligible. This could include money for extra staff, facilities or equipment

Find out more about the Services to support study delivery

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