Mark Linden

Professor Mark Linden is the Director of Research at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen’s University Belfast. His research focuses on the social and environmental factors impacting children with neurodisabilities, particularly those with brain injuries, and their long-term outcomes. He is an active advocate for neurodisability awareness, serving as a board member of the International Paediatric Brain Injury Society and chairing major international conferences.

Research interests include neurodisability outcomes, the intersection of neurodisability and criminal justice, and the application of technology in rehabilitation. He supervises numerous PhD students exploring topics such as healthcare access, social inclusion, and caregiver support.

• Awards: Fellow of the British Psychological Society, Staff Recognition Award, and others.
• Grants: Leads and co-leads major projects on neurodisability, including the £1.3M RADICAL study on childhood disrespect and the £273K Carers-ID mental health intervention.

His work spans academia and policy, with leadership roles in research ethics, curriculum development, and gender initiatives. He is a key figure in advancing children’s rights and improving healthcare practices for neurodiverse populations.