ILD | The Institute for Lifecourse Development

Research Driving Social Change

Director
Professor Rosana Pacella

Associate Dean, Research & Knowledge Exchange (FEHHS) and Director of the Institute for Lifecourse Development, Professor of Global Health

What is ILD?


The Institute for Lifecourse Development is a key anchor resource where professionals from many different fields work closely together with researchers and stakeholders from public, charitable and voluntary organisations.

  • Our vision

    The Institute for Lifecourse Development (ILD) seeks to reduce inequalities and promote lifelong good health and wellbeing, inclusive education, decent work, and peace and justice for all. We are committed to innovative, multidisciplinary research that supports the vulnerable in our society.

    We aim to:

    • Create new professional solutions that benefit communities and vulnerable populations across the Lifecourse.
    • Influence global, national and local policy to provide better outcomes for those in vulnerable positions
    • Create a vibrant, inclusive and nurturing research environment.
    • Work with users of research to maximise the impact.
    • Co-produce research and knowledge exchange with those impacted on in society by our work.
    • Deliver high quality academic training and continuing professional development, supporting researchers and practitioners.
    • Connect locally and globally, building long-term, multifaceted and multidisciplinary partnerships with business, NGOs, civil societies, community organisations, policymakers, funders and sponsors.

Our aim is that everything we do – no matter how big or small, simple or complicated – will drive social change and help to create healthy, thriving communities where every individual, regardless of circumstance, can flourish, and the most vulnerable people are protected.

- Professor Rosana Pacella, Director of the Institute for Lifecourse Development

ILD funding schemes


The Institute for Lifecourse Development (ILD) offers competitive funding opportunities. These funding streams are open to Staff, Early Career Academics (ECAs) and Post-Graduate Researchers (PGRs) within FEHHS.

Research ethics


Explore the principles guiding our work to ensure transparency, fairness, and responsibility.

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Our impact


Learn how the ILD addresses real-world challenges through collaborative research and practical solutions. Explore the stories behind our impact case studies.