Research at the LMS
The LMS has 27 research groups, each focusing on a different area of medical science.
Our research priorities
We are focused on three main areas:
Our translational target areas
Our research teams work to understand the mechanisms underlying multimorbidity and ageing. We do this to find new diagnostic tests and treatments. Specific health conditions we are working on include…
Fatty liver disease
Heart failure
Chronic inflammation
Cancer
Cardiovascular disease
Dementia
Disorders of early development
Obesity
Diabetes
Polycystic ovary syndrome
Rare inborn complex disease
Challenge-led strategy
Our strategy is focused on team-powered discovery science. Our researchers work flexibly across many disciplines including with external collaborators.
Meet our research groups
Our facilities
We’re proud of our state-of-the-art facilities that enable us to do groundbreaking research.
Our partners
Latest research news
Research reveals how ancient viral DNA shapes early embryonic development
Published 19 December 2025
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Key protein ACE2 could protect against high blood pressure and diabetes
Published December 19, 2025
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Shining light on how the protein geminin ensures tight regulation of DNA replication
Published December 11, 2025
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