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Biography
Albert is a behavioural and implementation scientist dedicated to improving the quality, safety, and equity of health services and public health programmes. His work addresses the critical gap between evidence and practice through the development, adaptation, and evaluation of complex interventions across diverse populations and settings.
Research
Albert’s research spans the full implementation science continuum, ranging from foundational qualitative work and intervention development through pilot and feasibility studies to large-scale randomised controlled trials and process evaluations. By leveraging mixed-methods approaches, his research integrates quantitative and qualitative evidence to generate actionable insights for policymakers, commissioners, practitioners and the communities they serve, including patients across a wide spectrum of health conditions.
Teaching
Albert teaches on research methods and health/illness/care behaviours at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and supervises Masters and PhD students.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 2 Zero Hunger -
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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The iDiabetes Platform - Enhanced Phenotyping of Patients With Diabetes For Precision Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment (Joint with NHS Education for Scotland and University of Aberdeen)
Bell, S. (Investigator), Croudace, T. (Investigator), Cunningham, S. (Investigator), Dillon, J. (Investigator), Doney, A. (Investigator), Donnan, P. (Investigator), Farre, A. (Investigator), Lang, C. (Investigator), McCrimmon, R. (Investigator), Mordi, I. (Investigator), Palmer, C. (Investigator) & Pearson, E. (Investigator)
1/05/22 → 31/12/27
Project: Research
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Development of an Intervention to Improve Adherence to Medication in Older Patients with Heart Failure
Farre, A. (Investigator) & Fulton, R. (Investigator)
Carnegie Trust for the Universities of Scotland
1/05/24 → 30/04/25
Project: Research
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A Mixed-Methods Study To Understand And Support The Regional Implementation Of The Hospital Electronic Prescribing And Medicines Administration (HEMPA) In The North Of Scotland
Farre, A. (Investigator), Fulton, R. (Investigator), Gamble, C. (Investigator) & Gray, N. (Investigator)
24/07/23 → 23/07/25
Project: Research
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Co-Production of an NHS-Tailored Implementation and Evaluation Strategy Framework to Support Women in the UK to Breastfeed with a Focus on Reducing Health Inequities: Evidence Synthesis with Stakeholder Engagement (joint with Queen's University Belfast, Huddersfield University, Open University, University College London and Public Health Wales)
Farre, A. (Investigator), Gavine, A. (Investigator) & McFadden, A. (Investigator)
1/02/21 → 1/02/23
Project: Research
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Adolescents’ and Young Adults’ Adherence to Medication During the Transition to Adult Healthcare: A Developmentally Appropriate Framework for Optimising Adherence-Promoting Interventions
Farre, A. (Lead / Corresponding author), Huckerby, L., Gray, N. J., Fulton, R. & McDonagh, J. E., Jan 2026, In: Pediatric Drugs. 28, p. 5-13 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Co-development of an evidence-based breastfeeding support intervention, optimised for delivery in healthcare settings, and adaptations for mothers with long-term conditions: the Action for Breastfeeding (A4B) Programme
Farre, A. (Lead / Corresponding author), Gavine, A., Buchanan, P., Wallace, L., Lynn, F. A., Marshall, J. L., Shinwell, S., Cumming, S. & McFadden, A., Mar 2026, In: Maternal and Child Nutrition. 22, 1, 14 p., e70159.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Detection of prediabetes and undiagnosed type 2 diabetes in underserved communities using community pharmacy point‐of‐care testing: A prospective feasibility study
Radley, A. (Lead / Corresponding author), Beer, L. J., Farre, A., Rauchhaus, P., Thom, G. & Sutherland, C., 15 May 2026, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Diabetic Medicine. 11 p., e70368.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Self-Management Experiences of Adolescents With Diabetes Mellitus After Participating in a Structured Diabetes Education Program: A Qualitative Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis
Saard, P. (Lead / Corresponding author), Farre, A., Boehnke, J. R. & Malcolm, C., Apr 2026, In: The Science of Diabetes Self-Management and Care. 52, 2, p. 174-189 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The organisation and provision of youth work services targeted at young people with long-term physical or mental health conditions in the United Kingdom: a service mapping study
Kirk, S. (Lead / Corresponding author), Marshall, M., Gordon, R., Fraser, C., Rigby, N., Bennett, N., Patel, R., Farre, A., Devine, M. & Hilton, D., 21 Feb 2026, (E-pub ahead of print) In: BMC Health Services Research. 26, 11 p., 421.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Datasets
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Replication Data for: Text message reminders cannot replace but can improve the effect of postal reminders to increase participation in colorectal cancer screening: a randomized controlled trial
Vives, N. (Creator), Binefa, G. (Creator), Travier, N. (Creator), Farre, A. (Creator), Panera, J. A. (Creator), Casas, B. (Creator), Vidal, C. (Creator), Ibañez-Sanz, G. (Creator), Garcia, M. (Creator) & M-TICS research group, Catalan Open Research Area Research Data Repository, 10 Sept 2024
DOI: 10.34810/data1713, https://dataverse.csuc.cat/citation?persistentId=doi:10.34810/data1713
Dataset
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Replications data for "The use of text messages as an alternative invitation method for breast cancer screening: a randomized controlled trial (M-TICS study)"
M-TICS research group, Catalan Open Research Area Research Data Repository, 28 Jun 2024
DOI: 10.34810/data1432, https://dataverse.csuc.cat/citation?persistentId=doi:10.34810/data1432
Dataset
Prizes
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Community mobilisation through intersectoral partnerships to support education and employment outcomes for adolescents and young adults with long term health conditions: The Work Ready Network project. Award: £6,455.40
McDonagh, J. E. (Recipient), Verstappen, S. (Recipient), Farre, A. (Recipient) & Lunt, L. (Recipient), 2021
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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‘Respect that we know our own best health’: Involving Academic Researchers in Co-Creation with Women Experiencing Homelessness
Loret, H. (Speaker), Gray, N. (Contributor), Farre, A. (Contributor) & Cumming, S. (Contributor)
11 Mar 2025Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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Action4Breastfeeding Toolkit Launch
Farre, A. (Organiser), Cumming, S. (Organiser), McFadden, A. (Organiser), Gavine, A. (Contributor), Wilson, C. (Invited speaker), Dalzell, J. (Invited speaker), McMillan, G. (Invited speaker), Davidson, K. (Invited speaker) & Buchanan, P. (Participant)
11 Jun 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in workshop, seminar, course
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Understanding the healthcare priorities and challenges of women experiencing homelessness: methodological considerations
Loret, H. (Speaker), Gray, N. (Contributor), Farre, A. (Contributor) & Cumming, S. (Contributor)
25 Jun 2024Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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Action for Breastfeeding Tolkit
McFadden, A. (Speaker) & Farre, A. (Speaker)
15 Oct 2024Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk
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MIRU seminar
McFadden, A. (Organiser), Biazus-Dalcin, C. (Invited speaker), Symon, A. (Chair), Cumming, S. (Invited speaker), Gray, N. (Participant), Farre, A. (Invited speaker), McInnes, A. (Invited speaker), Robertson-Albertyn, S. (Invited speaker), Almutairi, A. (Invited speaker), Ali, N. (Invited speaker), Singh, N. (Keynote/plenary speaker), Reddy, R. (Keynote/plenary speaker), Jha, P. (Keynote/plenary speaker) & Sharma, B. (Keynote/plenary speaker)
16 Apr 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in workshop, seminar, course
Press/Media
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Covid: Restrictions caused some women pregnancy stress, study says
12/04/22
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research