Shaping integrated healthcare
Transforming health and wellbeing for all.
We are driving innovation in health and social care education, workforce development and technology to create a system that prioritises prevention, community-based care and digital transformation.
- From hospital to community
We work with healthcare and industry partners to shift care into the community, reducing hospital demand and improving long-term outcomes. - From analogue to digital
We’re at the forefront of digital healthcare, developing AI-driven diagnostics, e-textiles for health tracking, and digital-first care models. - A skilled workforce for a stronger NHS
We provide £7.5m in NHS training annually, delivering 40,000+ days of CPD to equip the workforce for future challenges. - Innovation that delivers real impact
As an NHS ideation partner, we co-develop cutting-edge products and services that transform frontline care and improve patient outcomes
Case studies
Case study: The power of a hug
Read about how we are designing and developing real products that help people to live better for longer - REE blog.
Alzheimer’s disease
Our researchers are working to resolve the challenge of understanding the pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s, in an ever-increasing ageing population, with the hope of identifying earlier interventions for the disease.
Grassroots collaboration beats malaria
Healthcare testing and treatment in some of the world’s malaria hotspots has been significantly improved thanks to participatory interventions designed by UWE Bristol.
Developing better oral care applications
Our collaborations with global healthcare and tech leaders are helping to improve treatment outcomes for oral care, thanks to improved and novel products.
Caring for craniofacial conditions
The support available for people across the world born with cleft lip or palate has been vastly improved by the work of UWE Bristol researchers.
Dementia
Researchers at UWE Bristol have created an online toolkit that will improve dementia service provision for people from South Asian communities.
Osteoarthritis management
Thousands of people across the world are benefiting from a self-management intervention for hip, knee and back pain developed by UWE Bristol, reducing healthcare costs in the process.
Body image
Our researchers have been working with Unilever on the Dove Self-Esteem Project global education programs, addressing the psychological, social, cultural and resource-based challenges to improving self-esteem and body image among young people.
A germ that can speed up leukaemia treatment
Our researchers have harnessed the glow-in-the-dark properties of bacteria to help some leukaemia treatment sufferers.
Navigating Brexit
Studies carried out by UWE Bristol have helped promote and strengthen the position of Britain’s Overseas Territories in the aftermath of Brexit.
Careful talk saves lives
UWE Bristol research has led to improved teamwork between healthcare professionals during hospital emergencies.
Helping children with impaired communication skills
The findings from UWE Bristol research into children's communication have directly influenced major policy reports and have improved therapy practice.
Integrated Care Academy (ICA)
In partnership with the NHS, commercial, charity and independent sector partners, we're developing innovative, patient-centred models for integrated health, social care and wellbeing.
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RISE beacons
Harnessing creativity and technology
Harnessing creativity and technology to power economic growth, we're working with industry and the public sector to develop skills, talent, and innovation for the future economy.
Enriching culture, place and community
We collaborate with national policymakers, local authorities, educators and industry to improve public spaces, infrastructure, and communities.
Securing a green, resilient future
We're tackling global challenges by promoting social justice, empowering communities and protecting the environment, helping to make Britain a Clean Energy Superpower.
RISE pillars
Research
World-class thinking that solves real-world problems.
Innovation
Not just ideas – solutions that rewrite the rules.
Skills
Upskilling today to build tomorrow’s workforce.
Enterprise
Enterprise that fuels progress. Businesses that drives change.
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Integrated Care Academy
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Skills and Simulation Centre
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Bristol Robotics Laboratory
Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL) is a nationally – and internationally – recognised as a centre of excellence for advanced robotics research.
Health Tech Hub
The Health Tech Hub focuses on advancing technology that enables people to live independently and manage their own health and well-being, thereby ensuring they spend the least possible time in hospital.