Research and development
Research is the cornerstone in understanding ways in which we can ensure quality of life after spinal cord injury, and the Frank Williams Academy is dedicated to bringing together vital specialist expertise across the health & care sector.
The research we support engages the spinal cord injury community directly, and helps improve our understanding of all things spinal cord injury from pressure ulcer risk factors to assistive technology.
Below you will find current opportunities to participate in active research projects, or check out the work we’ve been doing and supporting:
Latest research participation opportunities
The effect of a combined aerobic and resistance exercise (CARE) training programme on cardiometabolic outcomes in individuals with spinal cord injury – University of Bath
Click on poster for full details and contact the research team below to get involved:
Reduction of sedentary activities to improve cardiovascular health in individuals with spinal cord injury – Reach SCI / Brunel University
To be eligible, you need to be 18 years or older, a spinal cord injury at T1 or below, use a manual wheelchair as your main way of getting around during the day, and be able to travel to Brunel University of London, Uxbridge on two occasions.
Click on poster for full details and contact the research team below to get involved:
We are conducting a study investigating how cold and pressure stimuli affect the skin, helping better understand the treatment of chronic wounds such as pressure ulcers.
Participant’s required: Individuals presenting spinal cord thoracic/lumbar injury/paraplegia (within T1-S1). Aged 18-70. Physically active. >12 months post injury and a history of pressure uclers. Maximum of 35 participants. Need to be able to visit Southampton University Hospital.
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>> SHARE YOUR RESEARCH WITH US (COMING SOON) <<
We will soon be launching an online form that will allow you to share your SCI research opportunities with us directly.
Our research events & opportunities
Our very first research and innovation event took place online on 16 October 2024 and invited clinicians and others with an interest in research surrounding spinal cord injury to discuss a variety of topics.
The agenda included:
- Discussions to explore research challenges
- Exploring ongoing SCI research
- Looking at how innovation can be used to bring about change.
If you were unable to join us on the day please check out the full video of the event below:
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