Co-founded in 2008 by Professor Clair Chilvers,[1] the late John Grace QC,[2] and Dr. Laura Davidson,[3] the charity advertises funds available for Ph.D research scholarships, for which Universities apply.
Mental Health Research UK has a strong link to the legal profession, with three of its Trustees being barristers (John Grace QC, Dr. Laura Davidson, and the (now former) President of the Supreme Court, Lord David Neuberger).
In 2015 it was reported that funding levels for mental health research were chronically underfunded in the UK, as well as failing to attract young academics.
[5] Everyone is encouraged to wear bright clothes for the day to engender discussion about mental health issues and break down stigma.
MRCVS, David Riggs, Laura Purdam, Dr. Vanessa Pinfold, and Professor Sir Michael Owen.