Our mission and why it matters
The Faculty of Population Health Sciences is committed to improving health and reducing inequalities through world-leading research that informs policy, shapes practice, and transforms lives.
Our strategy is rooted in interdisciplinary collaboration, drawing on expertise across epidemiology, global health, clinical trials, child health, women’s health, data science and more.
We prioritise research that addresses the social, biological, and environmental determinants of health – locally, nationally and globally – with a clear vision to advance equitable and sustainable health outcomes for all.
Explore our research by institute and school
- Global Business School for Health
- Institute of Cardiovascular Science
- Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology
- Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care
- Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health
- Institute for Global Health
- Institute of Health Informatics
- Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Institute for Women's Health
Recent research successes
Young people growing up in England’s coastal communities face unique obstacles
A new report, from the UCL Coastal Youth Life Chances project, highlights the challenges faced by young people growing up in coastal communities across England.
08 Jul 2025
Early blood-thinning treatment safe and effective for stroke patients
Patients with atrial fibrillation who have experienced a stroke would benefit greatly from earlier treatment than is currently recommended in UK guidelines, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.
26 Jun 2025
Genes may help to predict which children will respond well to arthritis treatment
A set of genes that could be used to help doctors predict which children will respond well to treatment for juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) have been identified by researchers at UCL and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (GOSH), who are part of the CLUSTER Consortium.
16 Jun 2025
Our researchers
From epidemiologists to data scientists, clinicians to social researchers, our researchers are internationally recognised leaders in their fields.
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REF 2021
94% of our research was rated world-leading or internationally excellent, highlighting the global impact and quality of our research work.
Innovation and Enterprise
Collaborating with industry, the NHS, charities and government to turn ideas into impact and improve population health at scale.
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Network of Applied Statisticians in Health (NASH)
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