Dr Roberts is co-lead of the Institute of Health Research Mental Wellbeing group at Liverpool John Moores University. This group  unites an interdisciplinary team dedicated to advancing our understanding of mental health and wellbeing. Our diverse projects and themes are all geared towards improving the mental wellbeing of individuals and communities. By focusing on evidence-based research, collaboration, and real-world applications, we aim to have a positive impact on people’s lives. 

Dr Roberts is co-lead of the national research group bringing together researchers and practitioners with an interest in student mental health.  This group was formed as part of the  Student Mental Health Research Network (SMARTEN) project. The SMARTEN project has now concluded but this Special Interest Group has continued, bringing together researchers and practitioners with an interest in mental health and wellbeing in students, with a focus both on measurement and also the design and evaluation of interventions to improve student wellbeing.  We hold monthly online meetings to discuss the latest research and practice in this area. We welcome anyone with an interest in this area to join the group. If you would like to join, please email Dr Sam Roberts.