A study exploring how changes in sleep patterns could help identify early signs of dementia is one of several innovative projects being showcased at our annual Research Conference this month.
The study, led by Nan Fletcher-Lloyd, Research Assistant at Imperial College London, was carried out in partnership with our trust. It looked at how information from remote sleep monitoring could be used to calculate a person’s “sleep age”, which may provide clues about their brain health. By analysing real-world sleep data collected through the partnership, researchers found distinctive patterns linked to cognitive decline. The findings could help develop simple, non-invasive ways to detect dementia risk earlier and plan care sooner.
This is just one of many studies being presented at our Evidence into Action: SABP Research Findings and Future Directions Conference, which takes place on Wednesday, 26 November 2025 at the Holiday Inn, Guildford.
The event, designed for health and care professionals, will highlight research carried out by clinicians, academics and students in partnership with the trust, showing how their work is improving understanding, influencing clinical practice and helping people who use our services. It will bring together healthcare professionals from across the NHS, universities and research networks to share learning and explore new ideas for collaboration.
Sai-Bo Cheung, Lead Clinical Research Practitioner, said: "The Research Conference is a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge mental health and dementia research, showcasing how evidence-based innovation can transform care.
"Join us to connect with other healthcare professionals, share ideas, and be inspired to embed research into everyday practice."
Confirmed speakers include:
- Dr Christos Kouimtsidis, Consultant Psychiatrist – Structured Preparation for Alcohol Detoxification for Alcohol Dependence (SPADe)
- Nan Fletcher-Lloyd, Research Assistant – Sleep Age as a Window into Brain Health: Remote Monitoring for Dementia Risk Screening
- Professor Raja Mukherjee, Consultant Psychiatrist – SPECIFIC parenting courses for families affected by Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder (FASD)
- Mette Laszkiewicz, Director of Education – How continuing professional development influences the career decisions of NHS nurses nearing retirement
- Professor Suzanne Reeves, Professor of Old Age Psychiatry and Psychopharmacology – TopHat: Ondansetron trial to reduce visual hallucinations in Parkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia
- Professor Belinda Lennox, Professor of Psychiatry – Autoimmune psychosis: what clinicians need to know
- Dr Ryan Hammoud, Research Associate – Urban Mind: Smartphone-based assessment of social experience and relapse risk
- Dr Vikki Revell, Associate Professor – Monitoring sleep and circadian rhythms in people living with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers
Tickets are priced at £25 (plus booking fee), which includes lunch, refreshments and parking. Capacity is limited to 50 places, and early booking via Eventbrite is encouraged.