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Metabolic and endocrine disorders

Summary

We support and deliver research in the following areas:

  • adrenal glands and associated diseases
  • thyroid problems
  • the pituitary gland
  • metabolic bone disease
  • nutrition including obesity
  • polycystic ovarian syndrome
  • reproductive endocrinology
  • rare inherited conditions affecting aspects of metabolism

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 John Wilding is the Clinical Research Network (CRN) National Specialty Lead for Metabolic and Endocrine.

Funding opportunities / funding calls

See the latest funding opportunities for metabolic and endocrine disorders

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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