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A leading UK mental health research institute Partnership of Nottinghamshire Healthcare and University of Nottingham We host MindTech, Research at NottsHC and NIHR ARC East Midlands institutemh.org.uk

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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 11/09/2026
Our September 2026 newsletter is out now, including our latest research news, opportunities to get involved and upcoming events: 🔗https://campaign.emailblaster.cloud/MTkxMzg/274.html @nottshealthcare.bsky.social #MentalHealth
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 03/09/2026
Hear from the Waiting Well study in their upcoming webinar 'Developing a digital tool to support adults waiting for an ADHD assessment' 19 November, midday-1pm Online via MS Team Register to attend: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/969709...
Waiting Well. Hear from the research team. 19 November 12pm-1pm, online via MS teams
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 27/08/2026
Looking to begin or develop your Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) work and knowledge? Last few places available on our 5-week PPI Training Programme starting 9 September More information on our website: institutemh.org.uk/events/event... #PPI #Training #PatientandPublicInvolvement
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 20/08/2026
Our colleague Professor Maddie Groom features in an opinion article in @the-independent.com discussing the @channel4tv.bsky.social documentary, The Great ADHD Myth? Read more on our website: institutemh.org.uk/news/news/20... #ADHD #MentalHealth
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 14/08/2026
Our colleague Dr Zia Katshu has contributed to the development of a new severe mental illness bioresource (SMILE). Zia is Clinical Associate Professor @uniofnottingham.bsky.social and Consultant Psychiatrist @nottshealthcare.bsky.social Read more: institutemh.org.uk/news/news/20... #MentalHealth
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 11/08/2026
Are you experiencing another episode of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)/depression? The TARIAN-1 study is exploring whether a new, once-a-day, medicine (called DT-101) can help improve symptoms of recurrent MDD/depression Find out about taking part in the study: institutemh.org.uk/research/res...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 10/08/2026
MindTech's community event last week was a major success! It's wonderful to see how busy a research related community event can be, and the interest out there to learn about different types of research you can be involved in to help better support, services and technologies available in healthcare
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 05/08/2026
Happening tomorrow! @nihrmindtech.bsky.social
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 31/07/2026
FREE fun-filled day of discovery, creativity, and exciting technology! 🚀 ✅ Meet friendly researchers ✅ Learn about mental health & brain development 🧠 📅 Thursday 6 August 2026 ⏰ 11am – 1:30pm 📍 African Caribbean Centre, LE2 0UA 🎟️ Free entry | Drop in anytime | All ages welcome
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 21/07/2026
A mindful research moment from the BBC and @ukri.org 🕊️ #Birds #HealthResearch #Research #Mindfulness
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 21/07/2026
Researchers 📢 Share your thoughts on AI in research ⬇️ @nihrmindtech.bsky.social
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 21/07/2026
Save the date! Trent Dementia annual event 2026 📅 Thursday 10 September 2026 🕛 TBC 📍 Belgrave Rooms, Nottingham NG1 5LB 💠 Booking required - details available soon For more details visit the Trent Dementia website: www.trentdementia.org.uk/whats-on/ann... #Dementia
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 17/07/2026
📢BOOK NOW!📢 Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) training programme - September 2026 cohort: 📅 9 September 2026 to 7 October 2026, 1pm to 3pm 📍 Online via MS Teams 🎟️ £250 📥 More information on our website: institutemh.org.uk/events/event... #PPI @nottshealthcare.bsky.social
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 16/07/2026
📢JULY NEWSLETTER OUT NOW! Read the latest news, events and research findings and opportunities from across the Institute: campaign.emailblaster.cloud/MTkxMzg/265.... Why not join our mailing list and get our newsletter sent directly to your inbox? institutemh.org.uk/stay-in-touch
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 16/07/2026
Last week our Director, Professor Martin Orrell, was presented with a painting by Professor Mounir Ekdawi (1930–2023). Professor Ekdawi was an artist as well as a consultant psychiatrist. The artist’s daughters, Amanda and Sarah, presented the artwork to Martin. institutemh.org.uk/news/news/20...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 10/07/2026
Great insights from @thementalelf.bsky.social interviews at the Digital Youth X @nihrmindtech.bsky.social conference, exploring how digital innovation, co-production and young people’s lived experience can shape the future of mental health. #MentalHealth www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
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Digital Youth - YouTube
Nurturing young digital minds. Understanding risk in the digital world and collaborating with young people to help develop resilience. https://digitalyouth.a...
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Wellcome Trust @wellcometrust.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Our Accelerator Awards support researchers of Black, Bangladeshi and Pakistani heritage who are underrepresented in the UK, helping them strengthen their academic careers. Find out more and apply by 25 August: wellc.me/4b6BN5o
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Accelerator Awards | Grant funding | Wellcome
Eligibility and applications details for the Wellcome Accelerator Awards, which will support Black, Bangladeshi, and Pakistani researchers in the UK to make successful career transitions.
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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
⏰ Applications for our fully funded PhD studentship at University of Nottingham close this week on 28 June 2026. Focused on ageing and resilience in later life. 🗓 Interviews: 17 July 2026 Don't miss out 👇 arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/news/new-phd...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 19/06/2026
I'm Lou, Interim Head of Research & Operations at the IMH. My role leads the teams behind the researchers making sure everything runs smoothly I'm sending a big thank you to all my colleagues for their hard work and enthusiasm for research - I'm proud to wear red today!
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 19/06/2026
I'm Jo, I work in the communications team at the Institute of Mental Health I'm walking the walk in my #Red4Research trainers!
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 19/06/2026
Hi I’m Fiona, communications specialist at The Institute of Mental Health and @nihrmindtech.bsky.social I love knowing that my role allows the public to learn more about all the amazing work that happens in mental health research, through news articles, social media and events - #Red4Research
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 19/06/2026
Hi I’m Kate, Patient and Public Involvement Lead at the Institute of Mental Health For #Red4Research day I’m back at Curie Court, where my first job in research was in 2011!
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 19/06/2026
The red t-shirts are out at the Institute of Mental Health! Staff from the IMH have been showing their support for #Red4Research and the important role that operational teams play in the delivery of research activities - everyone's contribution counts!
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 18/06/2026
GET INVOLVED! WEAR #RED4RESEARCH Friday 19th June, show your support for everyone making research happen in health and social care. Find out more: institutemh.org.uk/news/news/20...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 11/06/2026
As #TourettesAwarenessMonth draws to a close, we're delighted to share the news that online remote behavioural intervention for tics (ORBIT) is ready to be rolled out across NHS England. Read more: mindtech.org.uk/news-events/...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 04/06/2026
The June 2026 edition of our monthly newsletter is out now! Read the latest news and research from across the Institute of Mental Health: campaign.emailblaster.cloud/MTkxMzg/256....
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 03/06/2026
*SAVE THE DATE* Refocus on Recovery 2027 9 & 10 September, NG1 5RH The conference will be a partnership between the Recovery Research Team, Imroc, and Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Sign up for conference updates email: refocusonrecovery@nottingham.ac.uk
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 01/06/2026
Researchers from the Institute and University of Nottingham, Sue Fen Tan and Salah Basheer, have recently been interviewed about SDAs for the new episode of the ACAMH podcast Listen to the episode on their website
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ACAMH - Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health @acamh.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
How are standardised diagnostic assessments (SDAs) shaping how clinicians identify and formulate disorder in #CAMHS? In this talk, Sue Fen Tan & Salah Basheer interrogate the extent to which SDAs standardise decision-making. Watch now to learn more. bit.ly/42WOStH
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NIHR ARC East Midlands @arc-em.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
New research suggests a skills focused training method could strengthen psychological therapists' ability to deliver more effective care. Findings from the TRIPOD study suggest it may offer the NHS a cost-effective way to enhance psychological therapies. 🔗 arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/news/deliber...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 18/05/2026
Centre for Dementia webinar: 'What next? Accessing support and navigating social care after a diagnosis of dementia' Speaker: Dr Kate Gridley, University of York 📅 Wednesday 10 June 2026 ⏰ 11.30am-12.30pm 💻 MS Teams Open to all Register to attend the FREE webinar: shorturl.at/BtVHw #dementia
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 15/05/2026
Big news - and call for evidence ⬇️
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 15/05/2026
📢Our May 2026 newsletter is out now! Read the latest news and research findings from across the Institute of Mental Health: institutemh.org.uk/news/news/20...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 07/04/2026
Please do contact the team with any questions or access needs: peer@nottingham.ac.uk
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 07/04/2026
You can be based in any setting - health service, community organisation, charity, government/council department or either Nottingham university Hear about what the Academy will be offering and working on and meet other researchers in your area The team look forward to meeting you in person!
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 07/04/2026
IMH Peer Research Academy networking event Open to researchers working in mental health, substance use or neurodivergence, who also have lived experience in these areas 18 May 2026, 2-5 pm Institute of Mental Health, NG7 2TU Free but please book your place ⬇️ www.eventbrite.com/e/nottingham...
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Nottingham mental health peer researcher meeting
Join us to meet other Nottingham-based lived experience/peer researchers involved in mental health, substance use & neurodivergence research
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 30/03/2026
The DETERMIND research project is recruiting LGBTQIA+ people affected by dementia Exploring the lived experiences of this group, with the aim of improving future dementia care pathways to be more inclusive, responsive and accessible Find out more: determind.org.uk/take-part
Determind. Finding a fairer path to Dementia care.
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 04/03/2026
More information on the Institute website: institutemh.org.uk/events/event...
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Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) Training Programme - Spring 2026
This programme of learning has been designed to increase knowledge and provide time for attendees to engage and build their confidence in a shared, online learning space. Patient and Public Involveme...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 04/03/2026
➡️ Why take the course? - Increase your knowledge in PPI - Learn how to deliver what is asked of you - Engage and build confidence in a shared learning space - Small cohort group to allow for supported learning and networking
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 04/03/2026
Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) Training Programme - CPD accredited programme 📅15 April-13 May, Every week for 5 weeks 📍Online 🎟️£250 Perfect for active researchers, colleagues in health and care research and professionals looking for detailed learning and development in this area of their work
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 02/02/2026
Are you @uniofnottingham.bsky.social staff or doctoral researcher of mental health, substance use or neurodivergence who also has lived experience? The IMH #PeerResearchAcademy would like to hear about your experiences! Find out about the support and resources they are offering tinyurl.com/2w22yn7r
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Are you a University of Nottingham researcher (staff or doctoral student) in mental health, neurodivergence or substance use? Do you also have lived experience in these areas? - Research Into Recovery
Are you a University of Nottingham researcher (staff or doctoral student) in mental health, neurodivergence or substance use? Do you also have lived experience in these areas? The Institute of Mental ...
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MindTech (NIHR HealthTech Research Centre Mental Health) @nihrmindtech.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Are you Autistic? Do you identify as neurotypical? Take part in research and help in the understanding of Autism and ADHD at @institutemh.org.uk @uniofnottingham.bsky.social ➡️Complete some short questionnaires ➡️Perform a computerised test of attention 📧 Please email Eve mbyep9@nottingham.ac.uk
Participants needed! Do you want to help in the understanding of autism and adhd?

What are we studying?
Hyperactivity, attention, and arousal regulation in ADHD
and Autism.
How is the nervous system different and how does this
cause ADHD/Autism traits?

Who are we looking for?
Anyone age 18+ with a formal Autism diagnosis or in the process of getting one.
Or anyone age 18+ that identifies as Neurotypical.

What will you be asked to do?
Come to the Institute of Mental Health at the University of Nottingham at a time that suits you (Monday-Friday).
Complete 4 short questionnaires about yourself and your
symptoms.
We will measure your autonomic activity (heart rate, breathing
rate and pupil dilation) while you perform a computerised test of
attention.
This will take around 90 minutes.
You will receive a voucher at the end of the study.

Interested? Email mbyep9@nottingham.ac.uk
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 23/01/2026
A debate in the Welsh Senedd highlighted the lack of access to specialist services for young people with tics and Tourette Syndrome in Wales. Lee Waters MS referenced research led by IMH researchers @nottshealthcare.bsky.social and @uniofnottingham.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=pik7...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 20/01/2026
*Take part* Mental health professionals - could you help with this online study? ⬇️
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 13/01/2026
Centre for Dementia Seminar: "Dementia-Related Stigma, Help-Seeking and Social Health: Insights from Italy" 14 Jan 11:30-12:30 Marco Brigiano will present how stigma constitutes a psychosocial barrier to timely diagnosis and access to care Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c34406...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 05/01/2026
Take part in the SMARTSTAFF study! The study is looking to analyse job satisfaction of UK prison healthcare staff and explore staff safety and workplace pressures on mental health Hosted by the University of Nottingham and funded by the Medical Protection Society institutemh.org.uk/research/for...
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Yasu Kotera @yasukotera.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Lifestyle behaviours shape mental health, but are underused in care. New lifestyle psychiatry framework (43 contributors, 15 countries) maps key domains + behaviour-change barriers, with an equity and recovery lens. @bmj.com Mental Health mentalhealth.bmj.com/content/28/1...
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Lifestyle psychiatry: a conceptual framework for application in mental healthcare and support
Lifestyle-related behaviours—such as sedentary behaviour, physical inactivity, poor nutrition, disrupted sleep and substance use—are increasingly recognised as important factors in the onset and persi...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 08/12/2025
Last day to sign up to attend the EXPAND seminar Exploring how we can better support ethnic minority young people and their parents to access healthcare support for neurodevelopmental disorders 📅9th December 12:30-13:30 💻Online via Teams 🎟️Free Sign up: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/db3571...
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 03/12/2025
Our annual Neurobiology of Schizophrenia and Psychosis Symposium 2025 is now underway! Bringing together leading academics to allow us to understand cutting-edge advances from world class experts in the field Video recordings will be available to watch back in the following weeks
Neurobiology of Schizophrenia and Psychosis Symposium 2025

Welcome from Dr Musa Sami and Prof Peter Liddle
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The Institute of Mental Health @institutemh.org.uk · 01/12/2025
Centre for Social Futures webinar: Mystery and Mental Health - Mystery in Mental Health and End of Life Care Experiences 5th December 2025 11:00 - 12:30 Online via MS Teams Speakers: Dr Katja Milner & Rachel Cummings institutemh.org.uk/events/event...
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