Dr Laura Sharp

  • Senior Lecturer (Mental Health & Wellbeing)

email: Laura.Sharp@glasgow.ac.uk

School of Health and Wellbeing, Clarice Pears Building, 90 Byres Road, G12 8TB

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ORCID iDhttps://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141

Biography

Since completing her Ph.D. in Psychology Dr Laura Sharp has gained extensive experience of carrying out qualitative and quantitative research in a range of areas. She is particularly active in Scholarship of learning and teaching with projects exploring authentic assessment, embedding of employability skills in learning resources, application of augmented reality and artificial intelligence in teaching materials, EDI (equality, diversity, and inclusion), and decolonisation of the curriculum.

She has completed projects in a range of areas in health and wellbeing including:

  • HIV stigma
  • Nutrition and cancer education
  • Infant feeding support
  • Parenting
  • Child growth
  • Child safety when travelling
  • Female safety on public transport
  • Hepatitis C testing in the family planning clinic
  • Health & homelessness
  • Suicide prevention
  • Early medical abortion at home
  • National audit of postnatal depression (NHS QIS)
  • Review of digital component of Education Reform consultation
  • Social Security - end of life, hard to reach groups, disability

Working with participants from a range of backgrounds including hard to reach groups, places Laura in a strong position to engage effectively and sensitively with participants with a variety of living circumstances.

 

Publications

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2025

Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Went, Katy Jon, Greenwood, Sharon ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4143-4430, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820 and Melson, Ambrose ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1415-3801 (2025) Reducing stigma and discrimination: a case study of a ‘Human Library' Reading event. Equity in Education and Society, (doi: 10.1177/27526461251329372) (Early Online Publication)

Botham, Nicola, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Paterson, Helena ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7715-5973, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Martin, Daniel, Kelly, Stephen, Varveris, Daphne and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2025) Attitudes and knowledge of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): an exploration of medical students’ perspectives. Journal of ECT, 41(1), pp. 37-42. (doi: 10.1097/YCT.0000000000001035) (PMID:39121009)

Karadzhov, D. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Hatton, G., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Stubbs, F. (2025) Discipline-specific employability skills and awareness via the virtual learning environment: an innovative and transferable approach. In: Norton, S., Short, F. and Dalrymple, R. (eds.) Strengthening the Student Experience: Distilling the 3 Es. Advance HE.

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658 and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2025) The start of a new journey: decolonising the Global Mental Health curriculum. Equity in Education and Society, (doi: 10.1177/27526461241312692) (Early Online Publication)

2024

Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2024) Ensuring equality, diversity, and inclusion in teaching: a case study of the application of Whose W.O.R.D.D. Counts? A tool to critically assess the diversity of curricula. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 12(3), pp. 110-127. (doi: 10.56433/4dwar095)

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Davies, Eric (2024) Applying 'A Multi-Pronged Approach to Plagiarism Prevention and Academic Integrity Training. Advance HE Webinar: Using the Framework for Enhancing Assessment, 4 December 2024.

Mcclelland, Heather ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2818-5230, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context: Lessons from a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC). International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) Pan-American Conference 2024, Minneapolis, USA, 19-22 Nov 2024.

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658 and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) Dare to Decolonise: a (Rather Messy) Roadmap for Educators. IAFOR - The Barcelona Conference on Education, Barcelona, Spain, 12-16 November 2024.

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Davies, Eric (2024) A Multi-Pronged Approach to Plagiarism Prevention and Academic Integrity Training. Advance HE Assessment and Feedback Symposium 2024, Online, 05 Nov 2024.

Skellington Orr, K., Wilson Smith, E., Barry, M. and Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2024) A Constant State of Vigilance: Gendered Experiences of Personal Safety When Travelling by Public Transport. British Society of Criminology Conference 2024, Glasgow, UK, 10-12 July 2024.

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Melson, Jack ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1415-3801 (2024) Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Global Mental Health: a Human Library Reading Event. 2024 Institute for Educational and Social Equity Annual Conference, Edinburgh, Scotland, 02 May 2024.

Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Foley, A., Wilson, M. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658 and Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) Initiating the Process of Decolonising the Teaching Materials (in Global Mental Health). Equity in Education & Society Conference (Scotland), Edinburgh, UK, 2 May 2024.

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Hatton-Wotham, George, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Stubbs, Fiona (2024) Discipline-Specific Employability Skills and Awareness via the Virtual Learning Environment: Piloting an Innovative and Transferable Approach. Advance HE Employability Symposium 2024: Distilling The 3Es, Leeds, UK, 25 Apr 2024.

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Hatton, George, Stubbs, Fiona and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) More than just an add-on: enhancing discipline-specific employability skills and awareness via the virtual learning environment. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 12(1), pp. 19-35. (doi: 10.56433/jpaap.v12i1.568)

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Lee, Joanne, Hatton-Wotham, George, White, Ross G., Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Jalloh, Abdul and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) Identifying core global mental health professional competencies: a multi-sectoral perspective. Global Mental Health, (doi: 10.1017/gmh.2024.26)

2023

Skellington Orr, Kate, Wilson Smith, Elaine, Barry, Monica and Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2023) Women's and girls' views and experiences of personal safety when using public transport. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

2022

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Paterson, Helena ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7715-5973 (2022) Gathering feedback. In: Hughes, Patrick and Langan Martin, Julie (eds.) Teaching Psychiatry to Undergraduates. Cambridge University Press: Cambridge, pp. 162-167. ISBN 9781108925976 (doi: 10.1017/9781108921206.025)

Frew, Ailsa, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, McNaughton, Laura and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2022) Ensuring Diversity in Learning Materials: Whose W.O.R.D.D Counts? 15th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 29 Mar 2022.

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2022) Harnessing Problem-Based Learning to Foster Student Adaptability and Inter-Cultural Awareness and Exchange. 15th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 29 Mar 2022.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2022) Bail and Release from Custody Arrangements in Scotland: Consultation Analysis: Final Report. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

2021

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, McNaughton, Laura, Weldon, Matthew and le Jeune d’Allegeershecque, Julien ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5375-5907 (2021) Ensuring Learner Safety and Wellbeing When Teaching Sensitive Topics. Professionalism in Healthcare 2021: Adapting to the Seasons, 01 Oct 2021.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2021) Consultation on Guidance from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland: Definition of Terminal Illness for the Purpose of Disability Assistance. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2021) Integrating disciplinary practices to optimally deliver alternative assessments and embed graduate attributes in a global mental health master’s programme. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 9(1), pp. 18-35. (doi: 10.14297/jpaap.v9i1.438)

le Jeune D'Allegeershecque, Julien ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5375-5907, Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, McNaughton, Laura and Weldon, Matthew (2021) Developing and Refining Course Content While Remote Working. 14th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 18 Jun 2021.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2021) Adult Disability Payment (ADP) Regulations: Analysis of Consultation Responses. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Wellside Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2021) Future Arrangements for Early Medical Abortion at Home: Consultation Analysis Report. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2021) Analysis of Responses to the Scottish Government Consultation on Free Bus Travel for People Resident in Scotland aged under 19. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

2020

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2020) Delivering the first internationally accessible Massive Online Open Course (MOOC) on suicide prevention: a case study and insights into best practice. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 8(2), pp. 72-80. (doi: 10.14297/jpaap.v8i2.439)

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Cleare, Seonaid ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2728-9356, Syrett, Suzanne ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3358-7883, Zortea, Tiago ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8451-0555 and O'Connor, Rory ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3650-4994 (2020) Designing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC): Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context. Findings from the March and Sep 2019 runs. 13th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 25 Aug 2020.

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, McNaughton, Laura, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Weldon, Matthew (2020) Delivering Sensitive Course Content by Embedding Self-Care Resources for Students in Learning Materials. 13th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 25 Aug 2020.

2019

McClelland, H. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2818-5230, Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, D. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Cleare, S. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2728-9356 (2019) Mental Health, Suicide and Suicide Prevention in a Global Context. 3rd Annual Student’s One Health Conference, Glasgow, UK, 09-10 Nov 2019.

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, McClelland, Heather ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2818-5230, Cleare, Seonaid ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2728-9356 and O'Connor, Rory ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3650-4994 (2019) Designing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC): Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context. 30th World Congress of the International Association for Suicide Prevention: Breaking Down Walls and Building Bridges (IASP 2019), Derry, Ireland, 17-21 Sep 2019.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2019) Effectiveness of Current Statutory Guidance Which Supports Part 3 of the Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014: Consultation Analysis. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Weldon, Matthew, Poyade, Matthieu, Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Martin, Daniel (2019) Using interactive 3D visualisations in neuropsychiatric education. In: Rea, Paul M. (ed.) Biomedical Visualisation, Volume 2. Series: Advances in experimental medicine and biology (1138). Springer Nature, pp. 17-27. ISBN 9783030142261 (doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-14227-8_2)

Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, D. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2019) Alternative (Authentic) Assessments: Professional Skill Enhancement and Development of Graduate Attributes. 12th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, Glasgow, UK, 2-3 Apr 2019.

2018

Weldon, M., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2018) Using Interactive 3D Visualisations in Postgraduate Education. The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Scotland Autumn Meeting, Edinburgh, UK, 21 Sep 2018.

Okala, S. et al. (2018) The People Living with HIV STIGMASurvey UK 2015: stigmatising experiences and dental care. British Dental Journal, 225(2), pp. 143-150. (doi: 10.1038/sj.bdj.2018.530) (PMID:30050184)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2018) The curious case of blended learning: an evaluation of a curriculum innovation in the Global Mental Health Master’s programme. Journal of Medical Education, 17(3), pp. 149-159.

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 (2018) Staged Introduction of Blended Learning – To Blend or Not to Blend? 11th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, Glasgow, UK, 28-29 Mar 2018.

Hibbert, M. et al. (2018) The people living with HIV Stigma Survey UK 2015: HIV-related sexual rejection and other experiences of stigma and discrimination among gay and heterosexual men. AIDS Care, 30(9), pp. 1189-1196. (doi: 10.1080/09540121.2018.1479027) (PMID:29806466)

2017

Crenna-Jennings, W. et al. (2017) Experiences of stigma and discrimination among women living with HIV in the UK: findings from the People Living with HIV Stigma Survey UK 2015. HIV Medicine, 18(S1), pp. 56-57. P136. (doi: 10.1111/hiv.12513)

Hibbert, M. et al. (2017) A comparison of experiences of HIV stigma and discrimination between heterosexual men and men who have sex with men (MSM), and the influence of chemsex. HIV Medicine, 18(S1), p. 55. P132. (doi: 10.1111/hiv.12513)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Paterson, Helena ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7715-5973 and et al. (2017) Experiences of stigma among people living with HIV accessing care through the National Health Service. HIV Medicine, 18(S1), 30 -31. P50. (doi: 10.1111/hiv.12513)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Paterson, Helena ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7715-5973 and et al. (2017) The impact of HIV stigma on intimate relationships. HIV Medicine, 18(S1), 31 -31. P52. (doi: 10.1111/hiv.12513)

Skellington-Orr, K., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Wilson-Smith, E. (2017) Evaluation of Road Safety Scotland's Learning Resources. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

2016

Skellington Orr, Kate and Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2016) Evaluation of Road Safety Scotland's Early Years Resource. Documentation. Transport Scotland, Edinburgh.

2015

Watt, C.M., Jackson, M., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Marks, L. and Tobias, E.S. (2015) Developing a Master of Science in Genetic and Genomic Counseling in Scotland: a Collaboration Between the West of Scotland Genetic Services and the University of Glasgow. European Society for Human Genetics Conference, Glasgow, UK, 06-09 Jun 2015.

2014

Hudson, A., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Paterson, H. (2014) Training Teachers in the UK to Use Positive? Attitudes and Awareness of HIV. 20th International AIDS Conference (AIDS2014), Melbourne, Australia, 20-25 Jul 2014.

2013

Tremlett, L., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Paterson, H., Simelane, L. and Alemayehu, D. (2013) Using Data To Show The Barriers To Treatment Literacy And Recommendations For Improving Adherence To HIV Treatment Regimens Examples From Ethiopia And Swaziland. 17th ICASA Conference 2013, Cape Town, South Africa, 07-11 Dec 2013.

2012

Wright, C.M. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6256-6315, Sachs, M., Short, J., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Cameron, K. and Moy, R.J. (2012) Designing new UK-WHO growth charts: implications for health staff use and understanding of charts and growth monitoring. Maternal and Child Nutrition, 8(3), pp. 371-379. (doi: 10.1111/j.1740-8709.2010.00296.x) (PMID:21332642)

Sachs, M., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Bedford, H. and Wright, C.M. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6256-6315 (2012) 'Now I understand': consulting parents on chart design and parental information for the UK-WHO child growth charts. Child: Care, Health and Development, 38(3), pp. 435-440. (doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2214.2011.01256.x) (PMID:21668464)

2010

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2010) The People Living with HIV Stigma Index Qualitative Data: Findings of the Qualitative Work Undertaken to Complement the People Living with HIV Stigma Index. Project Report. Stigma Survey UK.

2008

Alder, E.M., Reid, M.E., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Cantwell, R., Robertson, K. and Kearney, E. (2008) Policy and practice in the managment of postnatal depression in Scotland. Archives of Women's Mental Health, 11(3), pp. 213-219. (doi: 10.1007/s00737-008-0015-8)

2007

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Hutchinson, Sharon J., Goldberg, David, Taylor, Avril and Carr, Susan (2007) Gauging acceptance of a hepatitis C test by family planning clinic attendees in Glasgow, UK. Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care, 33(4), pp. 263-266. (doi: 10.1783/147118907782101805) (PMID:17925111)

Sharp, John, Baillie, Nicola, Osborne, Morag, Whitnall, Leigh and Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2007) Outcome evaluation of brief psychosocial training for cardiac rehabilitation staff. Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention, 27(2), pp. 99-103. (doi: 10.1097/01.HCR.0000265037.31780.af) (PMID:17558247)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and McGee, Anna (2007) The role of rhythm in the development, maintenance and management of stereotypic behaviours. British Journal of Music Therapy, 21(1), pp. 23-27. (doi: 10.1177/135945750702100104)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Taylor, Christine (2007) The National Audit of the Detection and Management of Postnatal Depression. Documentation. NHS Scotland.

2005

Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and McGee, A.M. (2005) An Easy to Administer Intervention That Can Support Cognitive Development in Individuals With Special Educational Needs. BPS Scottish Branch Annual Conference, Perth, UK, 25-26 Nov 2005.

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Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Went, Katy Jon, Greenwood, Sharon ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4143-4430, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820 and Melson, Ambrose ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1415-3801 (2025) Reducing stigma and discrimination: a case study of a ‘Human Library' Reading event. Equity in Education and Society, (doi: 10.1177/27526461251329372) (Early Online Publication)

Botham, Nicola, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Paterson, Helena ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7715-5973, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Martin, Daniel, Kelly, Stephen, Varveris, Daphne and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2025) Attitudes and knowledge of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): an exploration of medical students’ perspectives. Journal of ECT, 41(1), pp. 37-42. (doi: 10.1097/YCT.0000000000001035) (PMID:39121009)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658 and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2025) The start of a new journey: decolonising the Global Mental Health curriculum. Equity in Education and Society, (doi: 10.1177/27526461241312692) (Early Online Publication)

Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2024) Ensuring equality, diversity, and inclusion in teaching: a case study of the application of Whose W.O.R.D.D. Counts? A tool to critically assess the diversity of curricula. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 12(3), pp. 110-127. (doi: 10.56433/4dwar095)

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Hatton, George, Stubbs, Fiona and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) More than just an add-on: enhancing discipline-specific employability skills and awareness via the virtual learning environment. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 12(1), pp. 19-35. (doi: 10.56433/jpaap.v12i1.568)

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Lee, Joanne, Hatton-Wotham, George, White, Ross G., Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Jalloh, Abdul and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) Identifying core global mental health professional competencies: a multi-sectoral perspective. Global Mental Health, (doi: 10.1017/gmh.2024.26)

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2021) Integrating disciplinary practices to optimally deliver alternative assessments and embed graduate attributes in a global mental health master’s programme. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 9(1), pp. 18-35. (doi: 10.14297/jpaap.v9i1.438)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2020) Delivering the first internationally accessible Massive Online Open Course (MOOC) on suicide prevention: a case study and insights into best practice. Journal of Perspectives in Applied Academic Practice, 8(2), pp. 72-80. (doi: 10.14297/jpaap.v8i2.439)

Okala, S. et al. (2018) The People Living with HIV STIGMASurvey UK 2015: stigmatising experiences and dental care. British Dental Journal, 225(2), pp. 143-150. (doi: 10.1038/sj.bdj.2018.530) (PMID:30050184)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2018) The curious case of blended learning: an evaluation of a curriculum innovation in the Global Mental Health Master’s programme. Journal of Medical Education, 17(3), pp. 149-159.

Hibbert, M. et al. (2018) The people living with HIV Stigma Survey UK 2015: HIV-related sexual rejection and other experiences of stigma and discrimination among gay and heterosexual men. AIDS Care, 30(9), pp. 1189-1196. (doi: 10.1080/09540121.2018.1479027) (PMID:29806466)

Crenna-Jennings, W. et al. (2017) Experiences of stigma and discrimination among women living with HIV in the UK: findings from the People Living with HIV Stigma Survey UK 2015. HIV Medicine, 18(S1), pp. 56-57. P136. (doi: 10.1111/hiv.12513)

Hibbert, M. et al. (2017) A comparison of experiences of HIV stigma and discrimination between heterosexual men and men who have sex with men (MSM), and the influence of chemsex. HIV Medicine, 18(S1), p. 55. P132. (doi: 10.1111/hiv.12513)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Paterson, Helena ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7715-5973 and et al. (2017) Experiences of stigma among people living with HIV accessing care through the National Health Service. HIV Medicine, 18(S1), 30 -31. P50. (doi: 10.1111/hiv.12513)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Paterson, Helena ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7715-5973 and et al. (2017) The impact of HIV stigma on intimate relationships. HIV Medicine, 18(S1), 31 -31. P52. (doi: 10.1111/hiv.12513)

Wright, C.M. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6256-6315, Sachs, M., Short, J., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Cameron, K. and Moy, R.J. (2012) Designing new UK-WHO growth charts: implications for health staff use and understanding of charts and growth monitoring. Maternal and Child Nutrition, 8(3), pp. 371-379. (doi: 10.1111/j.1740-8709.2010.00296.x) (PMID:21332642)

Sachs, M., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Bedford, H. and Wright, C.M. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6256-6315 (2012) 'Now I understand': consulting parents on chart design and parental information for the UK-WHO child growth charts. Child: Care, Health and Development, 38(3), pp. 435-440. (doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2214.2011.01256.x) (PMID:21668464)

Alder, E.M., Reid, M.E., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Cantwell, R., Robertson, K. and Kearney, E. (2008) Policy and practice in the managment of postnatal depression in Scotland. Archives of Women's Mental Health, 11(3), pp. 213-219. (doi: 10.1007/s00737-008-0015-8)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Hutchinson, Sharon J., Goldberg, David, Taylor, Avril and Carr, Susan (2007) Gauging acceptance of a hepatitis C test by family planning clinic attendees in Glasgow, UK. Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care, 33(4), pp. 263-266. (doi: 10.1783/147118907782101805) (PMID:17925111)

Sharp, John, Baillie, Nicola, Osborne, Morag, Whitnall, Leigh and Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2007) Outcome evaluation of brief psychosocial training for cardiac rehabilitation staff. Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention, 27(2), pp. 99-103. (doi: 10.1097/01.HCR.0000265037.31780.af) (PMID:17558247)

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and McGee, Anna (2007) The role of rhythm in the development, maintenance and management of stereotypic behaviours. British Journal of Music Therapy, 21(1), pp. 23-27. (doi: 10.1177/135945750702100104)

Book Sections

Karadzhov, D. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Hatton, G., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Stubbs, F. (2025) Discipline-specific employability skills and awareness via the virtual learning environment: an innovative and transferable approach. In: Norton, S., Short, F. and Dalrymple, R. (eds.) Strengthening the Student Experience: Distilling the 3 Es. Advance HE.

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Paterson, Helena ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7715-5973 (2022) Gathering feedback. In: Hughes, Patrick and Langan Martin, Julie (eds.) Teaching Psychiatry to Undergraduates. Cambridge University Press: Cambridge, pp. 162-167. ISBN 9781108925976 (doi: 10.1017/9781108921206.025)

Weldon, Matthew, Poyade, Matthieu, Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Martin, Daniel (2019) Using interactive 3D visualisations in neuropsychiatric education. In: Rea, Paul M. (ed.) Biomedical Visualisation, Volume 2. Series: Advances in experimental medicine and biology (1138). Springer Nature, pp. 17-27. ISBN 9783030142261 (doi: 10.1007/978-3-030-14227-8_2)

Research Reports or Papers

Skellington Orr, Kate, Wilson Smith, Elaine, Barry, Monica and Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2023) Women's and girls' views and experiences of personal safety when using public transport. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2022) Bail and Release from Custody Arrangements in Scotland: Consultation Analysis: Final Report. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2021) Consultation on Guidance from the Office of the Chief Medical Officer for Scotland: Definition of Terminal Illness for the Purpose of Disability Assistance. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2021) Adult Disability Payment (ADP) Regulations: Analysis of Consultation Responses. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Wellside Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2021) Future Arrangements for Early Medical Abortion at Home: Consultation Analysis Report. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2021) Analysis of Responses to the Scottish Government Consultation on Free Bus Travel for People Resident in Scotland aged under 19. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

KSO Research ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2019) Effectiveness of Current Statutory Guidance Which Supports Part 3 of the Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014: Consultation Analysis. Documentation. Scottish Government, Edinburgh.

Skellington-Orr, K., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Wilson-Smith, E. (2017) Evaluation of Road Safety Scotland's Learning Resources. Documentation. Transport Scotland.

Skellington Orr, Kate and Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2016) Evaluation of Road Safety Scotland's Early Years Resource. Documentation. Transport Scotland, Edinburgh.

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2010) The People Living with HIV Stigma Index Qualitative Data: Findings of the Qualitative Work Undertaken to Complement the People Living with HIV Stigma Index. Project Report. Stigma Survey UK.

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Taylor, Christine (2007) The National Audit of the Detection and Management of Postnatal Depression. Documentation. NHS Scotland.

Conference or Workshop Item

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Davies, Eric (2024) Applying 'A Multi-Pronged Approach to Plagiarism Prevention and Academic Integrity Training. Advance HE Webinar: Using the Framework for Enhancing Assessment, 4 December 2024.

Mcclelland, Heather ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2818-5230, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context: Lessons from a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC). International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) Pan-American Conference 2024, Minneapolis, USA, 19-22 Nov 2024.

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658 and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) Dare to Decolonise: a (Rather Messy) Roadmap for Educators. IAFOR - The Barcelona Conference on Education, Barcelona, Spain, 12-16 November 2024.

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, Foley, Ailsa ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8413-9820, Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Davies, Eric (2024) A Multi-Pronged Approach to Plagiarism Prevention and Academic Integrity Training. Advance HE Assessment and Feedback Symposium 2024, Online, 05 Nov 2024.

Skellington Orr, K., Wilson Smith, E., Barry, M. and Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 (2024) A Constant State of Vigilance: Gendered Experiences of Personal Safety When Travelling by Public Transport. British Society of Criminology Conference 2024, Glasgow, UK, 10-12 July 2024.

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Melson, Jack ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1415-3801 (2024) Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Global Mental Health: a Human Library Reading Event. 2024 Institute for Educational and Social Equity Annual Conference, Edinburgh, Scotland, 02 May 2024.

Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Foley, A., Wilson, M. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658 and Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2024) Initiating the Process of Decolonising the Teaching Materials (in Global Mental Health). Equity in Education & Society Conference (Scotland), Edinburgh, UK, 2 May 2024.

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Hatton-Wotham, George, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Stubbs, Fiona (2024) Discipline-Specific Employability Skills and Awareness via the Virtual Learning Environment: Piloting an Innovative and Transferable Approach. Advance HE Employability Symposium 2024: Distilling The 3Es, Leeds, UK, 25 Apr 2024.

Frew, Ailsa, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Wilson, Mia ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2155-8658, McNaughton, Laura and Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2022) Ensuring Diversity in Learning Materials: Whose W.O.R.D.D Counts? 15th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 29 Mar 2022.

Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Langan Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2022) Harnessing Problem-Based Learning to Foster Student Adaptability and Inter-Cultural Awareness and Exchange. 15th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 29 Mar 2022.

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, McNaughton, Laura, Weldon, Matthew and le Jeune d’Allegeershecque, Julien ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5375-5907 (2021) Ensuring Learner Safety and Wellbeing When Teaching Sensitive Topics. Professionalism in Healthcare 2021: Adapting to the Seasons, 01 Oct 2021.

le Jeune D'Allegeershecque, Julien ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5375-5907, Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, McNaughton, Laura and Weldon, Matthew (2021) Developing and Refining Course Content While Remote Working. 14th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 18 Jun 2021.

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, Cleare, Seonaid ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2728-9356, Syrett, Suzanne ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3358-7883, Zortea, Tiago ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8451-0555 and O'Connor, Rory ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3650-4994 (2020) Designing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC): Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context. Findings from the March and Sep 2019 runs. 13th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 25 Aug 2020.

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, McNaughton, Laura, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Weldon, Matthew (2020) Delivering Sensitive Course Content by Embedding Self-Care Resources for Students in Learning Materials. 13th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, 25 Aug 2020.

McClelland, H. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2818-5230, Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, D. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Cleare, S. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2728-9356 (2019) Mental Health, Suicide and Suicide Prevention in a Global Context. 3rd Annual Student’s One Health Conference, Glasgow, UK, 09-10 Nov 2019.

Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464, Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848, McClelland, Heather ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2818-5230, Cleare, Seonaid ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2728-9356 and O'Connor, Rory ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3650-4994 (2019) Designing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC): Understanding Suicide and Suicide Prevention Strategies in a Global Context. 30th World Congress of the International Association for Suicide Prevention: Breaking Down Walls and Building Bridges (IASP 2019), Derry, Ireland, 17-21 Sep 2019.

Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Karadzhov, D. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 and Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2019) Alternative (Authentic) Assessments: Professional Skill Enhancement and Development of Graduate Attributes. 12th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, Glasgow, UK, 2-3 Apr 2019.

Weldon, M., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Langan-Martin, J. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 (2018) Using Interactive 3D Visualisations in Postgraduate Education. The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Scotland Autumn Meeting, Edinburgh, UK, 21 Sep 2018.

Sharp, Laura ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Langan-Martin, Julie ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0589-3464 and Karadzhov, Dimitar ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8756-6848 (2018) Staged Introduction of Blended Learning – To Blend or Not to Blend? 11th Annual University of Glasgow Learning and Teaching Conference, Glasgow, UK, 28-29 Mar 2018.

Watt, C.M., Jackson, M., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Marks, L. and Tobias, E.S. (2015) Developing a Master of Science in Genetic and Genomic Counseling in Scotland: a Collaboration Between the West of Scotland Genetic Services and the University of Glasgow. European Society for Human Genetics Conference, Glasgow, UK, 06-09 Jun 2015.

Hudson, A., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and Paterson, H. (2014) Training Teachers in the UK to Use Positive? Attitudes and Awareness of HIV. 20th International AIDS Conference (AIDS2014), Melbourne, Australia, 20-25 Jul 2014.

Tremlett, L., Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141, Paterson, H., Simelane, L. and Alemayehu, D. (2013) Using Data To Show The Barriers To Treatment Literacy And Recommendations For Improving Adherence To HIV Treatment Regimens Examples From Ethiopia And Swaziland. 17th ICASA Conference 2013, Cape Town, South Africa, 07-11 Dec 2013.

Sharp, L. ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4496-6141 and McGee, A.M. (2005) An Easy to Administer Intervention That Can Support Cognitive Development in Individuals With Special Educational Needs. BPS Scottish Branch Annual Conference, Perth, UK, 25-26 Nov 2005.

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Grants

Grants and Awards listed are those received whilst working with the University of Glasgow.

  • Cultivating Inclusive Peer Support for Post Graduate Taught (PGT) Dissertation Success 
    Learning and Teaching Development Fund
    2024 - 2025
     
  • Embedding Student-Led Action Towards the Sustainable Development Goals into the Curricula
    Learning and Teaching Development Fund
    2024 - 2025
     
  • Curriculum Review and Enhancement: Beginning the Process of Improving Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Decolonising the Principles of Public Health (PoPH) Curriculum
    MVLS College Equality Diversity and Inclusion (CEDI) Fund
    2024 - 2025
     
  • Positionality Workshop for College of MVLS Teaching Staff
    MVLS College Equality Diversity and Inclusion (CEDI) Fund 
    2024 - 2025
     
  • Curriculum Review and Enhancement: Decolonising the curriculum using a question-led approach.
    Learning and Teaching Development Fund
    2023 - 2024
     
  • IMPACT Change Campaigning Workshop Pilot
    MVLS College Equality Diversity and Inclusion (CEDI) Fund
    2023 - 2024
     
  • Black History Month Student Led Event
    MVLS College Equality Diversity and Inclusion (CEDI) Fund
    2023 - 2024
     
  • The EEVE Project (Enhancing Discipline-Specific Employability Skills and Awareness via the Virtual Learning Environment)
    Learning and Teaching Development Fund
    2022 - 2023
     
  • Electro-Convulsive Therapy (ECT) - Online Learning Resource for Staff.
    NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Clinical Training Group
    2022 - 2022
     
  • Good Practice Guideline Development for the Staged Introduction of Blended Learning: Focusing on the Global Mental Health (GMH) Postgraduate Program)
    Learning and Teaching Development Fund
    2017 - 2018
     

Teaching

Laura leads and supports technology enhanced learning on a range of Masters Programmes including Global Mental Health, Genetic Counselling, and Public Health. She provides core support to a range of upskilling postgraduate courses sponsored by the Scottish Funding Council: Impact of Trauma, Substance Use in the Contemporary World, Introduction to Management and Leadership in Healthcare, and Understanding Infant Mental Health and Development. Laura works closely with the Digital Education Unit to optimise the quality of teaching resource and engage innovative approaches to support student learning. Good practice is a core interest with a recent project focusing on the incorporation of employability skills in the core curriculum. In addition, she and her colleague Dr Julie Langan-Martin, launched the first open-access international online course (MOOC), which explores the challenges of suicide prevention in 2020. This has attracted over 10,000 students. Her other MOOCs focus on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Mindfulness for Adolescents. 

 

Professional activities & recognition

Prizes, awards & distinctions

  • 2021: Team Award Teaching Excellence (University of Glasgow Teaching Excellence Awards)
  • 2019: Conference Poster Award (International Association of Suicide Prevention)

Grant committees & research advisory boards

  • 2020 - 2021: Scottish Government, Scottish Government’s Suicide Prevention Working Group
  • 2021: University of Stirling, Borderline Personality Disorder Stakeholder Group

Selected international presentations

  • 2025: 'Academic Integrity and AI Gamification.' Beyond Text: Generative AI in Multimodal Learning, Teaching and Assessment. (Online)