Lisa Franks

Lisa Franks is a Senior Research Associate at the University of East Anglia's School of Health Sciences and a member of the Lifespan Health research group. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary health-related research, particularly in aging and public health contexts.

Education:

• Doctor of Social Science, University of Kent (2014–2021)
• Master of Social Science, Goldsmiths, University of London (2012–2013)
• Bachelor of Arts, University of Liverpool (1999–2003)

Research Interests: Lisa's research spans social science approaches to healthcare, aging populations, and health policy. She examines the intersection of societal structures and individual health outcomes, with a focus on lifespan health dynamics and evidence-based interventions.

Grants/Projects: She is a key member of the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration Extension (2024–2026), a multidisciplinary initiative funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research. This project investigates applied health research solutions addressing critical healthcare challenges.

Labs/Teams: Active within the Lifespan Health research group, contributing to collaborative efforts in aging and public health.