The MPS Foundation is proud to support a range of research projects shaping the future of patient safety and the wellbeing of healthcare professionals. We are supporting a wide variety of research from a variety of different countries ranging from, medicine and motherhood, to informed consent in African oral healthcare. Here you can read more about our pioneering grant recipients and gather inspiration for your own submission.
FEATURED
The Impact of Menopause
“This research will provide a better understanding of the interventions for menopause support at work.” Dr Jessica Scott, 2024 MPS Foundation Grant Recipient
Dr Jessica Scott, University of Exeter and Child and Family Health Devon, 2024 MPS Foundation Grant Recipient
READ MOREBelow you can find case studies with details for all the projects we have funded and, where relevant, the outcomes and outputs of their research.
2025 CASE STUDIES
Reducing burnout and supporting the wellbeing of resident doctors in the NHS
The MPS Foundation’s alignment with our values and its commitment to evidence‑based, practitioner‑led research made it the ideal partner for exploring the root causes of doctor burnout and developing meaningful, scalable solutions
Dr Emma Rowlandson
READ MOREThe feasibility of large language models in extracting discharge summaries
This feasibility study will assess if a large language model (LLM), informed by patients and healthcare staff, can generate accurate, accessible, comprehensive, and acceptable discharge summaries.
Dr Vishal Sharma
READ MOREPsychological flexibility, moral injury, and doctor wellbeing in Malaysia
By investing in research that strengthens clinician wellbeing and patient safety, the MPS Foundation helps shape better training, stronger wellbeing policies, and safer healthcare systems across the world.
Dr Sara Subhan
READ MOREPromoting inclusive end-of-life care through simulation-based education
By funding research into communication and medical law, The MPS Foundation helps clinicians manage the complexities of modern practice, ultimately reducing burnout and litigation.
Dr Nick Tsui
READ MOREForging professional identity in modern dental training
The MPS Foundation’s commitment to patient safety, professionalism, and clinician wellbeing aligns perfectly with my research, making it the ideal partner for shaping the next generation of ethical, responsible dentists.
Dr Sivakumar Arunachalam, IMU University, Malaysia
READ MOREInformed consent and risk communication with families and representatives in healthcare settings
The MPS Foundation’s commitment to patient safety aligns with our research, and their support helps us create practical guidance that improves communication and care for diverse patient groups.
Dr Yiyun Shou
READ MOREAI-supported dental record self-auditing
The MPS Foundation Research Grant delivers both vital funding and a strategic partnership. Its engagement with healthcare professionals keeps our work grounded in real-world needs and enhances the impact of our research globally.
Dr Yunpeng Li
READ MOREThe EPIC study
The MPS Foundation is a natural fit for our research into emergency department crowding. Its commitment to patient safety and reducing clinical risk aligns directly with our aim to identify and promote safer practices across acute hospitals.
Dr Peadar Gilligan
READ MOREAn evidence-based wellbeing programme for dental professionals and students
The MPS Foundation grant stood out for its focus on practitioner wellbeing and patient safety – an opportunity to creative meaningful, evidence-based impact
Associate Professor Melanie Aley, University of Sydney
READ MOREHow healthcare middle managers experience the speaking-up process
We are grateful to the MPS Foundation and believe that they already have, and will continue to have, a positive impact on the lives of patients and healthcare professionals around the world.
Professor Ann Ooms, Principal Investigator
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