Natalie Rowland

Natalie Rowland is a Professor of Clinical Trials and Statistics at the Birmingham Clinical Trials Unit, University of Birmingham. She holds an MSc in Statistics (University of Sheffield, 1997) and a BSc (Hons) in Mathematics (University of Leicester, 1995). Her career spans roles from Medical Statistician to Director of Statistics and Research Strategy at BCTU since 2021.

• Research Interests:
  • Methodological design of clinical trials
  • Medical, surgical, and complex interventions
  • Applications in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Neuroscience, Diabetes, and Trauma
• Key Trends in Research Outputs:
  • Focus on feasibility studies and process evaluations
  • Innovative approaches to physical activity promotion
  • Technology-based interventions for older adults
• Grants & Collaborations:
  • £32 million+ in external funding
  • NIHR-funded projects
  • Collaborations with NHS, academic institutions, and public health agencies
• Training Contributions:
  • Developed clinical trials 'clerkship' for investigators
  • Mentorship in trial design and analysis
  • Active supervision of research teams