Therapeutic Areas

Oxford Clinical Trials brings together a diverse set of research from across the University of Oxford - and in this respect, our collegiate nature sets us apart from other institutions. In turn, we are able to promote excellence in clinical trials and epidemiological studies across a broad range of therapeutic areas.

Diabetes

Incidence of diabetes continues to grow rapidly worldwide, making the metabolic disease a key focus for clinical trials taking place in Oxford.

Cancer

Clinical trials and epidemiological studies are helping us improve care for cancer patients and their families.

Neuroscience & cognitive health

Neuropsychiatric disorders are one of the most important causes of global disability and lost productivity. Work from Oxford Clinical Trials is driving science-based treatment advance in this area.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular trials in Oxford are helping transform basic science into successful clinical practice

Inflammatory diseases

Encompassing a host of disease areas, trials focussed on inflammation have significant and wide-ranging impact.

Vaccines

Studying new vaccines to be used against major global diseases means that Oxford Clinical Trials research is making an impact worldwide.

Epidemiology

A cornerstone method of public health research, epidemiology from Oxford Clinical Trials helps inform policy decisions the world over.

Perinatal

Perinatal trials at the NPEU Clinical Trials Unit (NPEU CTU) aim to improve the care provided to women and their families during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period.

Respiratory

Oxford is one of few locations to boast a UK Clinical Research Network registered unit specialising in respiratory research.