Welcome to the EXCEED Study
EXCEED (Extended Cohort for E-health, Environment and DNA) is a longitudinal health study that looks at the causes of long-term health conditions by collecting information about genes and lifestyle. More than 11,000 people have already taken part in our research which is leading to discoveries that can improve and save lives.
Based at the University of Leicester, EXCEED is a uniquely valuable resource for health research as it combines genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors to offer researchers a detailed picture of how health is influenced by people's DNA as well as what's happening in their lives and the world around them.
Community connections in action 💬✨The EXCEED team has been out in Leicester raising awareness of the study, with Catherine & Chiara enjoying informative and engaging conversations at the African Caribbean Centre. If you'd like to hear more about EXCEED, visit our website: exceed.org.uk/interested/
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Key numbers
11000
11000
participants since 2013
Participants have provided information on their lifestyle, health and genetics to help us understand more about long-term health conditions.
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studies underway
Researchers in Leicester and elsewhere are using information collected through EXCEED to study topics including childhood infections and response to antidepressants.
How to take part
You can take part online by registering your email address, reading our participant information sheet, filling in the consent form, and completing two short questionnaires.
For current participants
Thank you for being involved in EXCEED. You can now contribute to the COVID-19 focus by completing new questionnaires.
