University of Bristol – Dr Duleeka Knipe

Dr Duleeka Knipe is an epidemiologist at the University of Bristol and co-leads the Bristol Suicide and Self-Harm group. She has a particular interest in investigating what contributes to suicide and self-harm risk in typically overlooked populations -– this includes individuals living in low- and middle-income countries as well as individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds and victims of domestic violence. In recognition of her work in suicide prevention, she was awarded the prestigious International Association of Suicide Prevention Andrej Marusic  Award (2017) and De Leo Fund award (2019).