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Dr. Jessica Runacres is Senior Lecturer in Research Practice at Staffordshire University's School of Health, Science, and Wellbeing. She serves as PGR Lead and PhD Course Lead for Nursing, Midwifery, Health and Welfare programs. Her research examines health inequalities through mixed-methods approaches, focusing on unpaid carers, suicide postvention, and epistemic injustice.
Education includes PhD in Social Prescribing (Birmingham City University), PGCHE, and BSc Psychology (Lancaster). Grants include British Academy funding for student carer support studies (£5,402) and immersive simulation training for paramedics (£5,295).
Teaching focuses on research methods across undergraduate/postgraduate programs. Supervises PhD projects in health inequalities and co-leads Step-up to PGR courses. Research develops inclusive methodologies involving patient and public participation.
- Research Ethics Committee member
- Specializes in dementia caregiver studies and university support systems
