Dr. Nusrat Husain

Biography

Professor Nusrat Husain is widely recognized for his contributions to mental health research and cultural psychiatry. He received the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ Academic Researcher of the Year Award in 2016 for his exceptional work in enhancing access to mental health care for marginalized communities. In 2024, the University of Manchester honored him with the 'Making a Difference Award' for significant contributions to the ROSHNI-2 trial, which aims to reduce suicide rates as part of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. He has collaborated with members of Pakistan’s National Assembly to develop culturally adapted suicide prevention guidelines that led to the establishment of the National Centre for Research on Suicide Prevention. His leadership resulted in the launch of a new mental health policy in Sindh, Pakistan, on January 26, 2024. Furthermore, Professor Husain’s research focuses on culturally-adapted psychosocial therapies and innovative pharmacological treatments for mental illnesses, specifically emphasizing improving access for diverse ethnic minorities. He has successfully completed multiple externally funded projects and established research centers in Pakistan and Kenya, with plans for further development in Bangladesh and Brazil. As a senior NIHR investigator, he has trained over 500 clinicians in research methods, significantly impacting the mental health training landscape in low and middle-income countries. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to over 200 papers and numerous conference presentations.

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