Laura Smith

Dr. Laura Smith is a Lecturer in Health Psychology at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), affiliated with the Wolfson Institute of Population Health and the Centre for Preventive Neurology. She holds a PhD from the University of Kent and has held postdoctoral positions at the University of Bath and the University of Nottingham. Her research focuses on applying psychological and neuropsychological theories to understand, assess, and treat neurological conditions. Key areas include vestibular disorders, cognitive problems in multiple sclerosis, and integrated care models for Parkinson’s disease. Methodologies include non-invasive brain stimulation, electrophysiological recordings, and qualitative analysis.

Education: PhD in Neuropsychology (University of Kent), MSc and BSc in related fields. Professional roles include Sponsorship Officer at the British Neuropsychological Society and Trustee for Tree of Hope Children’s Charity. She leads research programs at the Parkinson’s Centre for Integrated Therapy in Kent.

Research Interests: Investigating psychological distress in vestibular disorders, cognitive impairments in multiple sclerosis, and improving holistic care for Parkinson’s patients through integrated therapies and digital tools. Mixed-methods approaches combine behavioral assessments with neurophysiological techniques.

Grants and Advising: No specific grants or advisees listed. Collaborations emphasize interdisciplinary work across clinical and academic sectors. Community engagement includes charity roles focused on neurological conditions.

Labs/Teams: Active leadership at the Parkinson’s Centre for Integrated Therapy and involvement with the Wolfson Institute’s research centers.