Connecting with us
We connect researchers working to better understand SMI, creating a place to openly exchange ideas and work together. We champion the voices of people with lived experience in research. We’re also developing new ways to engage with funders, healthcare providers and industries, with the ultimate goal of developing more effective health policies and treatments for people affected by SMI.
So we're keen to hear from everyone with an interest in our research; look through the different sectors below to see what we can do for you!
How to contact us
The MHP co-ordinating team is based in Edinburgh, and you can send us an email: mhp@ed.ac.uk
The contact information for the individual hubs can be found on our Contact page.

We invite researchers and institutions not already involved in the platform to reach out to us to explore the possibility of becoming affiliated members.
We welcome collaboration and believe that partnerships can enhance our shared goals and initiatives.
We welcome interaction with industry, including biotech and pharma, technology and software or companies focused on wellness.
If you’re interested and you'd like to discuss ways to work together, or if you’d like updates on our research through our quarterly newsletter, please get in touch.
Do you have lived experience of severe mental illness (SMI)? Perhaps you live with SMI, or care for someone with SMI. If you’re interested in research there’s different ways to get involved.
- You can join our PPIE Network to receive our newsletter and emails about opportunities and activities with the MHP. See the link below for more information.
- Each hub has different ways of involving people with lived experience, so we suggest taking a look at the website for the hub which is geographically closest to you. We also post about hubs with involvement opportunities and open recruitment on our social media.
- You can help us share our message through social media – find us on X or LinkedIn
- If you want to register to take part in studies you can join MQ Register
We are keen to hear from external partners who may be interested in the possibility of becoming affiliated members or collaborating with researchers in the platform.
Want to discuss ways to get involved? Get in touch!