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Dr Paul Marshall is a Senior Research Fellow at Lancaster University's Faculty of Health and Medicine (FHM), working in the Health Research department. His role focuses on improving mental health peer support systems through innovative methodologies like realist synthesis and co-design. He actively contributes to projects such as the Improving Peer Online Forums (iPOF) initiative, aiming to enhance safety and efficacy of online mental health platforms.
Key research interests include online mental health forums, moderator support systems, and realist evaluation frameworks. He has published extensively on topics like forum user behavior, qualitative analysis of mental health experiences, and stakeholder collaboration in healthcare innovation. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in public health policy.
- Recent projects: iPOF project (2023–2025), Library of Lived Experience (LoLEM) initiative
- Award: Outstanding contribution to public and patient involvement award
- Professional activities: Workshop facilitation on lived experience integration, invited talks on mental health peer support
Dr Marshall collaborates with national and international partners, including mental health charities and digital health organizations. His research emphasizes ethical considerations in online mental health spaces and the role of technology in reducing stigma.
