Live research projects
Do our body clocks play a role in joint inflammation?
Investigating how daily changes in rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and joint inflammation are linked to the body’s own internal timing system (known as the body clock) and how the bacteria in the gut play a role in these changes.
New treatment strategy for osteoarthritis: inflammation after injury
A major injury or operation on a joint may lead to osteoarthritis in that joint later in life. It has been found that injury to joint cartilage rapidly activates inflammatory responses. The aim of this research is to identify the key enzymes involved in controlling these inflammatory responses.
In the spotlight: How zebrafish are helping scientists understand the causes of osteoarthritis
Researchers led by Professor Chrissy Hammond, Professor of Musculoskeletal Biology at the University of Bristol have pioneered the use of zebrafish for research into osteoarthritis and related conditions.
How bacteria in the spine contributes to lower back pain
Identifying the bacteria responsible for inflammation in degenerating discs, and where it is coming from in the body, will improve our understanding of the causes of lower back pain and how the body’s bacteria contribute.
The link between frozen shoulder and diabetes
Frozen shoulder is a condition where the shoulder becomes inflamed and stiff, which can be painful and cause restricted motion. As it's more common in people who have diabetes, we're investigating the link between these two conditions.