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Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026

Organised by the Broadmoor Hospital Research Hub, West London NHS Trust
Dates6–6 Oct 2026
LocationCrowthorne, United Kingdom
A one-day, in-person Broadmoor Hospital conference on forensic mental health research, with sessions on neurodivergence, multidisciplinary research, risk assessment, physical health and co-production.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 27 Aug 2026
At a glance
NetworkingThe organiser describes the event as an opportunity to learn,…View detail

The organiser describes the event as an opportunity to learn, share ideas and connect with others in the field; registration, breaks and lunch include poster-exhibition viewing.

Research ValueA poster route accepted forensic mental health projects as a…View detail

A poster route accepted forensic mental health projects as a poster or an abstract of up to 400 words, with an audience-voted prize and free attendance for the presenting author. The 25 August 2026 deadline has passed and no publication outcome is stated.

Trainee RelevanceStudents are explicitly welcomed and had a £16.96 ticket tier;…View detail

Students are explicitly welcomed and had a £16.96 ticket tier; the programme covers research, secure-care practice and co-production. The student tier was sold out when checked on 27 August 2026.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
Autism in secure careMultidisciplinary involvement in researchRisk assessment and outcome measures in secure carePatients in high secure carePhysical healthCo-production
09:00-09:30
Registration
Refreshments, registration and poster exhibition viewing
09:30-09:40
Opening
Introduction
Dr Robert Cornish
09:40-10:10
Session 1
How Certain Features of Autism Spectrum Disorder May Provide the Context of Vulnerability to Radicalisation Towards Lone-actor Terrorism, Violent Extremism and Other Forms of Public Mass Violence
Professor Clare Allely
10:10-10:40
Session 1
Exploring the Diversity in Neurodiversity: Are All Our Forensic Autistic Patients the Same?
Dr David Murphy
10:40-10:55
Q&A
Panel discussion and questions
10:55-11:15
Break
Refreshments and poster exhibition viewing
11:15-11:35
Session 2
Weight Loss in High Secure Care
Markus Kurek
11:35-11:55
Session 2
Music Therapy in High Secure Care
Willow Lowry
11:55-12:15
Session 2
Human Factors in High Secure Services
Jaide Mead
12:15-12:30
Q&A
Panel discussion and questions
12:30-13:30
Lunch
Lunch and poster exhibition viewing
13:30-13:55
Session 3
Collaborative Risk Assessment
Dr Daniel Whiting
13:55-14:20
Session 3
FORUM
Dr Howard Ryland
14:20-14:45
Session 3
Risk Assessment: Update on New Research and Tools
Professor Seena Fazel
14:45-15:00
Q&A
Panel discussion and questions
15:00-15:15
Break
Refreshments and poster exhibition viewing
15:15-15:30
Session 4
Co-Production in Broadmoor
Sophie Gurr
15:30-15:50
Session 4
Boundary Violations in Three High Secure Hospitals
Dr Phillip Willmot
15:50-16:10
Session 4
The ICD-11 Diagnosis of Personality Disorder
Sarah Fieweger
16:10-16:30
Q&A
Panel discussion and questions
16:30-16:40
Awards
Closing remarks and poster award
Dr Robert Cornish
17:00
Closing
Close
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
DD
Dr David Murphy
Chartered Forensic and Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist
Exploring the Diversity in Neurodiversity: Are All Our Forensic Autistic Patients the Same?
DH
Dr Howard Ryland
Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist and Senior Clinical Research Fellow
FORUM
DD
Dr Daniel Whiting
Clinical Associate Professor in Forensic Psychiatry
Collaborative Risk Assessment
PS
Professor Seena Fazel
Professor of Forensic Psychiatry
Risk Assessment: Update on New Research and Tools
PC
Professor Clare Allely
Professor of Forensic Psychology
How Certain Features of Autism Spectrum Disorder May Provide the Context of Vulnerability to Radicalisation Towards Lone-actor Terrorism, Violent Extremism and Other Forms of Public Mass Violence
MK
Markus Kurek
Physical Healthcare Manager / Senior Nurse Practitioner
Weight Loss in High Secure Care
WL
Willow Lowry
Music Therapist
Music Therapy in High Secure Care
JM
Jaide Mead
Patient Safety and Patient Experience Lead
Human Factors in High Secure Services
SG
Sophie Gurr
Research Assistant
Co-Production in Broadmoor
DP
Dr Phillip Willmot
Consultant Psychologist
Boundary Violations in Three High Secure Hospitals
SF
Sarah Fieweger
Research Associate
The ICD-11 Diagnosis of Personality Disorder
DR
Dr Robert Cornish
Introduction, closing remarks and poster award
AbstractsClosed · 25 Aug 2026
Abstract submissions are closed
Deadline: 25 August 2026
What You Can Submit
poster
Submission Specifications
Award
Audience vote; winner receives a prize from the Broadmoor Hospital patient shop.
Status
closed
Selection
Reviewed for potential display at the conference.
Word Limit
400 words
Eligibility
Completed project related to forensic mental health care.
Submission Route
Email an abstract or poster to wlt.Broadmoor.Research@nhs.net.
Presenter Obligation
The presenting author of a selected poster attends the conference free.
Costs & registrationTicket prices and registration
CategoryPrice
Standard (consultant)£38.62
Medical student£16.96
Submission & registration deadlines2 tracked deadlines
Abstract deadline25 Aug 2026Checked 27 Aug 2026
Closed
Official page ↗
Registration closes6 Oct 2026, 09:00 BSTChecked 27 Aug 2026
Official page ↗
Conference timeline3 key dates
25 Aug 2026
Abstract submission deadline
6 Oct 2026
Registration deadline
6 Oct 2026
Conference begins
Venue & travelLearning and Development Centre, Broadmoor Hospital · Crowthorne
ParkingFree parking is available. A paper permit must be displayed and can be requested by email or collected at reception.
CateringTea, coffee and lunch are provided.
Source Urlhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/forensic-mental-health-research-conference-tickets-1988319682695?aff=oddtdtcreator
Venue AddressLearning and Development Centre, Broadmoor Hospital, Joshua Jebb Way, Crowthorne RG45 7ET
MedicMess tips6 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • The academic-poster deadline was 25 August 2026 and has passed.
  • The poster route accepts an abstract of up to 400 words or a completed poster related to forensic mental health care.
  • The presenting author of a selected poster can attend free.
  • External-professional and student tickets were sold out when checked on 27 August 2026; a West London NHS Trust staff tier remained available.
  • Free parking requires a paper permit; tea, coffee and lunch are provided.
  • The conference is scheduled to finish at 17:00.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

This one-day conference is for students and professionals interested in forensic mental health. The programme brings together clinical, academic, nursing, therapy, patient-safety and research perspectives, with sessions on autism in secure care, multidisciplinary research, risk assessment and outcome measures, physical health, patient involvement and personality disorder. Eleven speakers are listed, including Professor Seena Fazel, Professor Clare Allely, Dr Daniel Whiting and Dr Howard Ryland.

The detailed agenda includes four themed blocks, panel Q&A, poster viewing and a poster award. The academic-poster call accepted a project related to forensic mental health care as either a poster or an abstract of up to 400 words. The deadline was 25 August 2026 and has now passed; the presenting author of a selected poster is offered free conference attendance. No publication outcome or CPD accreditation is stated.

Eventbrite listed external-professional tickets at £38.62 including fees and undergraduate/postgraduate student tickets at £16.96 including fees. When checked on 27 August 2026, those two tiers and the free Broadmoor staff tier were sold out, while a £16.96 West London NHS Trust staff tier remained available and the page said few tickets were left. Ticket sales are listed to close at 09:00 Europe/London on 6 October 2026.

The event is in the Learning and Development Centre at Broadmoor Hospital, Joshua Jebb Way, Crowthorne RG45 7ET. Free parking is available, but a paper permit must be displayed and can be requested by email or collected at reception. Tea, coffee and lunch are provided. The conference is scheduled to finish at 17:00.

Frequently asked
When is Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026?
Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026 takes place 6–6 Oct 2026 in Learning and Development Centre, Broadmoor Hospital, Crowthorne.
Where is Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026 held?
Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026 is held at Learning and Development Centre, Broadmoor Hospital, Crowthorne, United Kingdom.
What is the abstract submission deadline for Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026?
The abstract submission deadline for Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026 (25 Aug 2026) has passed.
When does registration close for Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026?
Registration closes on 6 Oct 2026.
How much does Forensic Mental Health Research Conference 2026 cost?
Registration is £38.62 standard.
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