Interdisciplinary by design
We bring together health psychology, public health and behavioural science expertise to address complex health challenges.
About the Group.
We are an academic research group dedicated to understanding health behaviour and generating evidence that improves healthcare, public health and policy.
Our Mission
Understanding behaviour to improve health.
The Gaffiero Health Behaviour Research Group conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of health psychology, behavioural science, and public health. Our work is guided by scientific rigour, theoretical insight and a commitment to meaningful, real-world impact.
We aim to generate robust evidence that advances how health behaviours are understood, measured and influenced — to improve outcomes for individuals and communities.
Our Approach
Evidence before opinion
Our research is theory-driven, transparently reported and grounded in the highest methodological standards.
Translation with purpose
We work to ensure our findings inform real-world decisions in healthcare, public health and policy.
Group Lead
Dr Daniel Gaffiero
Lecturer in Health Psychology (Education)
Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience
King’s College London
Dr Gaffiero is a health psychology academic and behavioural scientist whose research focuses on understanding and influencing health behaviour across prevention, screening, vaccination and healthcare engagement. His work integrates behavioural theory, quantitative and qualitative methods, and real-world data to generate insights that inform practice, services and policy.
Our Principles
The principles that guide our work.
Theory-driven
Our research is grounded in established theory and advances understanding of human behaviour.
Methodologically rigorous
We use robust quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods to generate reliable evidence.
Real-world impact
We translate evidence into actionable insights for healthcare, public health and policy.
Our Journey
Our research development.
Group established
A clear focus on behavioural insights for health.
Building foundations
Projects in patient-practitioner communication, breast screening and vaccination.
Expanding impact
Research informing practice, education and policy.
Looking ahead
Advancing health psychology and real-world impact.