Transforming Lives through Data-driven Innovation

Inflammation and Immunity is an innovative, UK-wide research Driver Programme funded by Health Data Research UK. Our mission is to transform our understanding of inflammation-mediated conditions by laying the ‘data foundations’ needed to accelerate data-driven healthcare innovation.

Who are we?

Who are we?

Get to know our dynamic community of analysts, researchers, service professionals and public contributors.

Patient and Public Involvement

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Our research thrives on public involvement. We value the insights of our PPI members, treating them as integral to our work.

News & Blog

Curious to know more? Dive into our latest news stories and blog posts below to gain a deeper understanding of our activities, people and research.

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New study provides insight on clinical remission in severe asthma patients treated with biologics

A systematic review and meta-analysis provides fresh insights into the achievement of clinical remission in severe asthma patients treated with biologic therapies.

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Chronic Pain, Hippocampus, and Healing: A Poetic Journey

The Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) Team participated in an innovative online course titled Science Communication through Poetry.

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Health Data Research UK Celebrates Public Contributions at Annual PPI Event in Manchester

In October 2024, Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) celebrated patient and public contributors at its first Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) event in Manchester.

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