Karan Jutlla

Karan Jutlla is a Reader in Dementia Care and Inclusion at the University of Wolverhampton, where she serves as the Dementia Lead for the Institute of Health. Previously, she held roles as a Senior Lecturer in Dementia Studies at the University of Worcester (2010–2015) and as Dementia Lead at De Montfort University (2016–2018). She is also a Senior Research Associate at Compton Care (2018–2019).

• Education
  • PhD in Dementia Care, Keele University (2006–2011)
  • BSc (Hons) in Health Sciences, University of Salford (2003–2006)

Karan’s research focuses on cultural inclusivity in dementia care, particularly for ethnic minority groups in the UK. Her work highlights the intersection of migration experiences and healthcare access for Sikh and South Asian communities. She advocates for person-centred dementia care and the use of creative arts to support cognitive ability.

Her publications and projects, such as "The personalisation of dementia services and existential realities" and "Food Glorious Food", reflect her commitment to participatory research and policy impact. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and has delivered over 50 conference presentations.

• Scientific Awards
  • Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

Karan supervises research projects, including a study titled "Understanding the knowledge, perceptions and experiences of dementia care for student nurses" (2019–2024). While specific student names are not listed, her work with organizations like the National Institute for Health and Care Research and Alzheimer's Society underscores her influence in shaping dementia care policies.