Cameron Watson

Dr Cameron Watson is an Academic Clinical Fellow at King's College London, based in the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience. He is affiliated with the Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry Centre and the Neuropsychiatry Research and Education Group (NREG), and conducts clinical work with the South London and Maudsley NHS Trust. His work bridges clinical neuropsychiatry and genomic research.

Education:

• MBBCh (Hons), Medicine, Cardiff University
• BSc (Hons), Psychology, Cardiff University

His research focuses on neuropsychiatric genetics, particularly the role of rare genetic variants and copy-number variants in psychosis, cognitive impairment, and schizophrenia. He employs genomic data to better understand neuropsychiatric phenotypes and disorders such as Alzheimer's and multiple sclerosis. His interests extend to pharmacogenetics, neurodevelopment, and the neuropsychiatric effects of conditions like COVID-19.

The recent publications highlight a strong trend in applying genetic and genomic methods to neuropsychiatric conditions, with emphasis on systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and structural equation modelling. His work frequently explores the intersection of neurology and psychiatry, especially in post-infectious and neurodegenerative contexts.

Scientific Awards:

• No formal awards listed in the provided text.

Dr Watson supervises students on the Clinical Neuropsychiatry MSc program and contributes to medical student teaching at King's. He has developed educational modules for the Royal College of Psychiatrists and the Healthcare Leadership Academy. His research is supported by affiliations with the Statistical Genetics Unit and Maudsley Neurotechnology. He is actively involved in public engagement through the Neuropsych.net platform and the international Neuropsychiatry Journal Club, which promotes critical discussion of emerging research.

He is also co-chair of the Ted Senior Foundation, a national suicide prevention charity focused on student and youth wellbeing.