Professor Michael Doyle is Professor of Mental Health at the University of Huddersfield, with a joint appointment at South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and an Honorary Clinical Chair at the University of Manchester. He is based in the Department of Nursing within the School of Human and Health Sciences and is actively accepting PhD students. Research Interests: His work centers on forensic mental health, clinical risk assessment and management, mental health nursing, suicide prevention, cognitive-behavioural therapy, and digital mental health innovations. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to mental health and wellbeing. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a strong focus on digital mental health tools (e.g., HAMHA app), AI in suicide risk prediction, GPS technology for dementia care, and co-produced interventions for youth substance use. He also investigates forensic risk, FASD in Indigenous populations, and de-escalation training in acute settings. Scientific Awards: Rüdiger Müller-Isberner Award (2022) Advising and Grants: He has attracted significant research funding and supervises PhD students. He has led major projects such as the West Yorkshire suicide prevention network and current research on health disparities and mental health in minority youth. Labs and Teams: He is a member of the Centre for Applied Research in Health at the University of Huddersfield and collaborates with NHS and international partners on forensic and public mental health initiatives.










