How a framework for remotely enabled co-design benefits a wider project

Effective co-design is essential to research projects that are evaluating new approaches to managing health. Traditionally co-design is carried out face-to-face, but researchers are now developing a framework that enables co-design to be done remotely. Here Anna Morris, Dr Johnny Downs and Stephen Douch write about the FREDY project and how this new framework is helping develop the use of wearables to manage ADHD.  

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 31 Oct 2024
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Multi-site trial uses digital avatars to effectively reduce distressing voices in psychosis

A new multi-site trial from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London has found that a novel therapy using computer-generated avatars is an effective way of helping people with psychosis reduce the distress and frequency with which they hear voices. 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 28 Oct 2024
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Ancient viral DNA in the human genome linked to multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

New research has revealed a connection between ancient viral DNA embedded in the human genome and the genetic risk for two major diseases that affect the central nervous system.

 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 23 Oct 2024
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First study to show high potency cannabis use leaves unique signature on DNA

High potency cannabis use leaves a distinct mark on DNA, according to new research by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at King’s College London and the University of Exeter.  

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 16 Oct 2024
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People with severe mental illness more than four times as likely to die from pneumonia compared to the general population

New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London has found that people with severe mental illness (SMI) - such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia - are more than four times as likely to die from pneumonia compared to the general population.

 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 9 Oct 2024
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