Jason Ellis

Jason Ellis is a Professor in Psychology at Northumbria University and Director of the Northumbria Centre for Sleep Research. His research focuses on sleep disorders, particularly insomnia, and their clinical and societal impacts. He has held roles in professional organizations including the British Psychological Society and the Sleep Research Society. His work spans clinical interventions, digital health solutions, and public engagement.

Education: PhD in Psychology (2004).

Research Interests: Ellis specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), sleep interventions for chronic conditions like Sjögren’s syndrome, and the intersection of sleep with mental health, nutrition, and athletic performance. Recent studies explore mobile health apps, sleep reactivity, and pandemic-related sleep disturbances.

Publications Trends: His work emphasizes practical clinical applications, with a focus on self-management tools and algorithmic approaches to insomnia treatment. Collaborations with industry (e.g., UCB Pharma) and public health initiatives (e.g., pandemic sleep guidelines) highlight his translational research focus.

Advisory & Grants: Consultancies include Transport for London and Wall to Wall Media. He has led grant-funded projects on sleep interventions for athletes and chronic disease patients.

Labs/Teams: Directs the Northumbria Centre for Sleep Research, fostering interdisciplinary work across psychology, medicine, and technology.