Sarah Marr

Senior Accountant for Research & Development Nick Raven wins April’s Exceptional People Individual Award – for his outstanding support to efficient research delivery. The nomination Congratulations' to Nick who was nominated by his colleague Deputy Head of Research and Development Claudia ... Read More

Count Me In is an Oxford Health initiative that gives patients the choice to hear about research opportunities they may be eligible for, so they can decide whether or not to take part. Count Me In is designed to be simple and flexible, putting choice firmly in the hands of patients. If Count ... Read More

Staff, patients and members of the public came together at the NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (CRF) for a lively Open Day marking Clinical Trials Day on May 20th. The event offered a welcoming space to explore how research happens and how people can get involved. Guests heard ... Read More

Dementia Action Week is an opportunity to consider what taking action really means. While there is an ever growing focus on how risk factors may contribute to the risk of developing dementia and how managing those could help (Lancet Commission 2024; The surprising habits linked to dementia), ... Read More

This May 20 - Clinical Trials Day provides an opportunity to recognise the vital role of clinical research and the people behind it, celebrate progress made through trials, and raise awareness of their importance in improving patient care and developing new treatments. The NIHR Clinical ... Read More

What is Bipolar Depression? Bipolar depression is diagnosed based on a history of mania or hypomania and the presence of a current major depressive episode. Symptoms can impair your functioning at work or school, your social and personal relationships, and other important aspects of your ... Read More

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT) has introduced Count Me In, a new approach that gives patients the choice to hear about research studies they may be eligible to take part in. Taking part in research is always optional. Count Me In simply makes it easier for people to find out about ... Read More

Research opportunity to trial disease‑modifying therapies for Alzheimer’s disease The NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (OH CRF) is inviting people to take part in important new research studies exploring innovative treatments designed to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s ... Read More

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT) has secured a significant boost of over £500,000 for its research infrastructure through the latest National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Capital Investment Funding announcement, strengthening the Trust’s ability to deliver high quality, ... Read More

An AI-driven tool that tailors antidepressant treatment to individual patients was shown to improve outcomes for people with depression, compared to standard treatment, in a major international trial. It is the first time ever a mental health clinical prediction tool has been demonstrated as ... Read More

This article has been written by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (Oxford Health) and reviewed by Eli Lilly and Company Limited (Lilly) as part of the Collaborative Working Agreement between Lilly and four NHS Trusts: Greater Manchester Mental Health, Oxford Health, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals ... Read More

The high number of registrations from across the UK (registrations from Dundee to Exeter) for the recent Research Careers Showcase event for Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Healthcare Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists (NMAHP’s) was encouraging and demonstrated the appetite for ... Read More

We’re a few days away from launching Count Me In, Oxford Health’s pioneering approach to make research participation easier, fairer and more inclusive. Research helps us improve care, develop new treatments and understand mental health better. But we can’t do it without you. Count Me In ensures ... Read More

From Wednesday 29 October 2025, Oxford will introduce a temporary congestion charge to help manage traffic during the extended closure of Botley Road. This short-term measure is designed to keep the city moving, making journeys quicker, more connected, and more reliable. Visitors to Oxford should ... Read More

At Oxford Health, we believe research should be accessible to everyone. We’re preparing to launch Count Me In following its pilot in 2021, a pioneering approach to make it easier for our patients and service users to hear about and take part in research. Currently, research relies on busy ... Read More

This year’s World Mental Health Day theme “Access to Services – Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies” resonates with many during these uncertain times. At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT), we understand the impact that mental ill health has on patients, their families and ... Read More

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT) is delighted to announce that its biomarker pilot project in collaboration with Eli Lilly & Company has been shortlisted for the prestigious HSJ Partnership of the Year Award 2025, recognising outstanding collaboration between the NHS and its ... Read More

Oxford Town Hall was abuzz with energy and connection yesterday as it hosted Older People’s Day 2025, a vibrant celebration marking the UN International Day of Older Persons. Organised by the Oxford 50+ Network with support from Oxford City Council, the event welcomed hundreds of visitors from ... Read More

Plans to transform an NHS site into a major mental health and medical research campus in Headington have been submitted to Oxford City Council by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust.  Warneford Park is a unique collaboration between Oxford Health NHS Foundation ... Read More