Dr. Karan Jutlla

09/10/2026

Yesterday, I attended the University of Wolverhampton Research and Enterprise Awards, and felt incredibly moved and proud to see represented across so many categories.

A huge congratulations to all the finalists and winners. It was a powerful reminder of the commitment, innovation and collaboration taking place across our University.

Then… I woke up this morning and BANG… dementia research has been announced as a national priority.

The Prime Minister has announced a £48 million public-private partnership to accelerate dementia research, improve access to clinical trials and help promising treatments reach people sooner. This includes £33 million of government investment, alongside support from industry and philanthropic partners, for the work of The BARBARA Alliance.

I joined the dementia field in 2009 - the same year that England’s first National Dementia Strategy, Living Well with Dementia, was published. That strategy provided a shared national framework for improving awareness, diagnosis, care and support, while addressing inequalities.

The loss of strong and sustained national drivers in this area has been felt by many. So, seeing dementia research placed firmly back on the national agenda feels incredibly significant and deeply personal.

This announcement comes at a critical time. Although more Alzheimer’s medicines are now in development globally, the UK has fallen from second place in 2015 to sixth in 2025 for the number of new dementia drug trials initiated each year.

The BARBARA Alliance will bring together government, industry, charities, researchers, the NHS and people with lived experience. Its ambition is to connect health data, research and clinical-trial infrastructure so that more people can take part in research and new treatments can be evaluated more quickly.

But progress must also be and . People from underserved and ethnically diverse communities must be visible, heard and meaningfully involved a not only as research participants, but as partners in shaping the questions, systems and solutions.

At the Centre for Applied and Inclusive Health Research at the University of Wolverhampton, we have a dedicated dementia research team committed to advancing applied, inclusive and -led research.

To find out more about me and our research, visit: www.drjutlla.com

05/10/2026

What an eventful weekend, which has left me with feelings of deep gratitude, humility and appreciation.

Saturday was the awards where I had the privilege of celebrating so many incredible women doing extraordinary work - supporting their communities, breaking barriers and helping to shape the future. To be sat amongst such an inspiring group of finalists was genuinely moving. I made friends, and learned so much from other people. Furthermore I got see my colleague Professor Roya Rahimi from University of Wolverhampton take home the Tech for Good Award. It was a real privilege to be able to celebrate her outstanding contributions and share that moment with her 🫶🏻

Then Sunday brought something completely different, but equally meaningful: time with my family, supporting the work of Dostia and so many other incredible organisations such as The Mina Foundation, Healthwatch Wolverhampton, Memory Lanes Companions. This fundraiser for Dementia UK brought a beautiful sense of and belonging for everyone. I also had the opportunity to meet the amazing Manny Singh Kang , and left feeling incredibly connected to the wider community of people who are working, in their own ways, towards a fairer and better society.

Thank you for the opportunity to share research highlighting health inequalities in dementia care and the importance of continuing this work. It’s been a fabulous weekend of - people from different backgrounds, organisations and communities coming together because we all want to contribute towards a healthier, fairer and better society 💞🙏🏼

30/09/2026

Absolutely LOVE this! Well done team Dostia 🙌🏼

21/09/2026

As part of I was invited by Alzheimer's Society to kick off a series with Sangat TV to help raise in Punjabi communities. My sincere gratitude for the understanding and urgency to help raise awareness about this condition amongst those who don’t often get access to culturally appropriate information and support. Watch this space for more updates ☺️

10/09/2026

Sharing some on being nominated for the Excellence in University of Wolverhampton - a very important area for addressing in care research.

01/09/2026

To all my Facebook family and friends,

It’s a real honour to have been shortlisted for this .. especially because it is linked to all of the amazing work that the have done in with me to help raise awareness about the importance of in .

This is the first time I have known an award to be subject to votes but it would mean the world to me to have your support. For me, this award raises the profile of the importance of working WITH communities, and not FOR them.

To vote for me, please visit: https://www.womenintechawards.co.uk/vote-now/

Thank you so much in advance 🙏🏼

17/08/2026

“Communities should be at the forefront.”

Funded by nihr_research, the InvolveD study worked alongside South Asian, Black African and African Caribbean communities to explore what dementia support means in the places where people live, connect and feel at home.

Through creative, community-based participatory workshops (using drawing, mapping and storytelling) people shared what “living well” and “belonging” mean before and after a dementia diagnosis.

Most importantly, people who are often underrepresented in dementia research were not simply participants. They were partners and decision-makers in the research.

This reel offers a glimpse into that co-produced journey and shows why inclusive, community-led research matters when tackling inequalities in dementia care and support.

To watch the full film, head over to: www.drjutlla.com/media/ (link in bio)

11/08/2026

“It’s about people’s everyday interactions.”

I’m so proud to share the InvolveD study findings, which brings to life a co-produced illustration created by South Asian, Black African and African Caribbean communities in Sandwell and Wolverhampton.

At the heart of the study is a co-produced illustration that asks a simple question: what helps people live well with dementia in their communities? The answer was not just services, but belonging. Through creative workshops, participants identified the people, places and connections that matter most, from neighbours, faith communities and local shops to trusted community mobilisers who help people navigate support, stay connected and remain active in community life.

The illustration reflects a collective vision of dementia support that is rooted in relationships, inclusion and community strengths.

Funded by nihr_research, InvolveD has strengthened partnerships, trust and local models of care by empowering the voices, experiences and priorities of communities too often missing from dementia research and service design.

Watch the full video to explore the illustration and hear how communities helped shape a shared vision for better dementia support: https://drjutlla.com/media/ (link in bio).

07/08/2026

Collaborations like these is what it’s all about.. they truly make my heart smile 😊

Health inequalities are not only about access to healthcare but also access to knowledge.

Community organisations play a vital role in bridging these gaps by creating trusted, culturally inclusive spaces where people can build confidence, resilience, and the skills to support one another.

02/08/2026