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A key pillar of our work is investing in nursing and midwifery to improve patient care. 

Learn more about our key areas of research and the nursing and midwifery-led projects we're currently funding across the UK. 

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Maternal and neonatal health

Listen, understand, act - a programme of work to support midwives and nurses better understand the experiences of Black and Asian mothers, supporting them to provide personalised, safer care

Domestic abuse in nursing and midwifery

The RCN Foundation is funding research exploring the domestic abuse experiences and support needs of nursing and midwifery professionals in the UK

Learning disability nurse with child in wheelchair

Learning disability nursing

Inclusive Health - enhancing the lives of individuals with learning disabilities

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RCN Foundation Chair in Adult Social Care Nursing

The RCN Foundation Chair in Adult Social Care Nursing is the first of its kind initiative in adult social care nursing. Learn more about the role as it progresses through its 5 year programme

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Compassionate Leadership

The RCN Foundation has funded projects exploring Compassionate Leadership and how this impacts the every day experiences of newly qualified nurses and midwives across the UK

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Neurological rehabilitation

The RCN Foundation has an extensive programme of work concerning neurological rehabilitation, with a focus on recovery for those under the age of 40