Behavioural and qualitative science
The behavioural and qualitative science team focuses on adapting behavioural interventions for diverse communities and using qualitative methods to understand the views, cultures and behaviours of individuals and groups. They uncover experiences of health and care, ensuring a wide range of viewpoints is included.
Theme lead: Professor Lucy Yardley
Team members
Dr Anne Scott
Senior Research Associate
Dr China Harrison
Research Fellow
Dr Clare Thomas
Research Fellow
Dr David Troy
Senior Research Associate
Dr Elisabeth Grey
Research Fellow
Dr Fiona Fox
Research Fellow in Qualitative Research
Dr Hannah Family
Research Fellow (Qualitative and Behavioural Science)
Dr Helen Watts
Research Associate
Dr Innocent Mahiya
Senior Research Associate
Dr Jessica Wheeler
Senior Research Associate in Qualitative Research
Dr Joanna Kesten
Research Fellow, Qualitative Research
Dr Michelle Farr
Senior Research Fellow, Qualitative Research
Dr Rowan Brockman
Senior Research Associate
Dr Sarah Bell
Senior Research Associate in Qualitative Research
Dr Sarah Harding
Senior Research Associate
Dr Vicky Carlisle
Senior Research Associate
Mari-Rose Kennedy
Senior Research Associate
Professor Jeremy Horwood
Professor of Social Sciences and Health
Professor Lucy Yardley
Cross-cutting Methodological Theme Lead
Sarah Donald
Research AssociateProjects
Sharing learning to embed trauma-informed systems across public services
Research themes:
- Integrated and optimal care
Research teams:
- Behavioural and qualitative science
Follow-up messaging on the Tellmi mental health app
Research themes:
- Mental health
Research teams:
- Behavioural and qualitative science
- Evidence
Common Ambition Bristol: Addressing HIV stigma and testing in partnership with African and Caribbean communities
Research themes:
- Public health and prevention
Research teams:
- Applied data science
- Behavioural and qualitative science
Barriers and facilitators to HIV testing among African and Caribbean heritage communities: a mixed methods study
Read the paperExploring risk factors for COVID-19 mortality and infection in care homes in Bath and North East Somerset
Research themes:
- COVID
- Health informatics
- Public health and prevention
Research teams:
- Applied data science
- Behavioural and qualitative science
Exploring risk factors for COVID-19 mortality and infection in care homes in the west of England: A mixed-methods study
Read the paperCollaborating with Brigstowe to improve peer support services
Research themes:
- Integrated and optimal care
Research teams:
- Behavioural and qualitative science
- Evidence
Exploring mental health support needs for NHS staff caring for parents experiencing pregnancy loss
Research themes:
- Mental health
Research teams:
- Behavioural and qualitative science
- Evidence