Healthy Living
We look to support a society where individuals can thrive in good health by exploring a wide range of issues linked to physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
Researchers working across this theme contribute to the development of evidence-based interventions, policies, and educational initiatives that empower individuals and communities to make informed choices, promoting a higher quality of life and long-term health outcomes.
Integral to this theme is ensuring that the new understanding developed through our work is codeveloped with partners and used to inform practice in this area. Our ultimate aim is to emphasise the importance of both individual and collective efforts in promoting a healthy and fulfilling life, with our impact and knowledge exchange activities extending to public health initiatives, policy recommendations, and community engagement strategies.
By advancing knowledge and promoting practices that enhance wellbeing, our healthy living research is aligned to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals around Good Health and Wellbeing (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG 4) and Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11).
Our impact in this theme: Tackling antimicrobial resistant (AMR) infections in Uganda
Expertise in this theme
Our research explores cutting edge advancements in health research and technology and looks to understand how these innovations inform and interactive with the need for sustainable and preventive healthcare practices. To achieve this, our work draws on our experience in:
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Mental health interventions
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Biomechanics and exercise
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Rehabilitation, including prosthetics and orthotics
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Digital health
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Infectious diseases
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Fundamentals of disease
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Public health, including alcohol harm and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders
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Acoustics for health, well-being, and accessibility