Research activities

We promote high quality research, support the development of paediatric researchers and contribute directly to the evidence base. Let's share our expertise, collaborate with others and promote the evidence to drive forward improvements in child health.

Introducing the Trainee Research Network

We want more opportunities for trainees to carry out child health research. Our network facilitates collaborative working across the UK through peer support and guidance.

About the network

Research funding opportunities

We support and promote paediatric child health research in the UK and internationally. Search our database of current and upcoming opportunities for projects and posts.

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Academic training

All trainee paediatricians must attain research competencies. But, those who undertake academic training have unique opportunities to develop skills and undertake original research - while gaining full accreditation as a paediatrician.

Explore our guidance

COVID-19 evidence summaries

From spring 2020 through this summer, and in partnership with The Don’t Forget the Bubbles team, we ran a rapid review of published and pre-print studies on COVID-19 in children and young people.

Read summaries