Want to get involved in research?

The best quality research happens when people with Crohn’s and Colitis are involved, and you can make a difference at every stage of research.

Learn more about the different ways you can get involved in research. 

Research into Crohn’s and Colitis should include a diverse range of people from across our community to ensure the outcomes from the research meet the needs of everyone affected by the conditions, regardless of ethnicity, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

There’s exciting and rewarding ways to get involved in research for everyone!

Learn more about research involvement and explore the current opportunities by clicking the buttons below.



Researchers and Healthcare Professionals

If you are a researcher and/or a healthcare professional more resources are available.


Helpline Service

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Last updated: 22/07/2026

Our Helpline team can't take calls or ring you back for the rest of the summer. But you can still reach us by email. 

If you need to contact the team, please email helpline@crohnsandcolitis.org.uk and we'll answer you as soon as possible. 

Thanks for bearing with us.

How Can We Help?

  • We can help you understand Crohn’s and Colitis
  • Listen and talk about living with IBD
  • Help you connect with others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community
  • Give you contact details of specialist organisations
  • We can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis and provide up-to-date, evidence-based information

Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.

If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.

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