About
Dr. Adam Todd is a Professor in the Department of Pharmacy within the School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences at the University of Sunderland. With a doctoral thesis completed in 2009 on 'The Role and Inhibition of Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) in Psoriasis,' he has established a robust research career spanning over 15 years in pharmaceutical sciences, with a growing focus on oncology pharmacy and healthcare disparities.
His academic journey shows progression from fundamental pharmaceutical research to sophisticated healthcare system investigations. His doctoral work focused on psoriasis mechanisms, while his subsequent research expanded into cancer pharmacotherapy, community pharmacy practice, and healthcare disparities.
Dr. Todd's research interests center on critical issues at the intersection of pharmacy practice and cancer care. His work examines socio-demographic disparities in cancer treatment access, the role of community pharmacists in early cancer detection, appropriate medication use in palliative care settings, and pharmaceutical education. Recent publications demonstrate a sophisticated approach to investigating healthcare inequalities through population-based studies, qualitative interviews, and systematic reviews.
Analysis of his recent publications (2020-2024) reveals a strong focus on healthcare disparities in cancer treatment, particularly examining how socioeconomic factors influence access to biomarker-guided therapies for breast cancer and non-small cell lung cancer. His work also continues to explore community pharmacy's potential role in early cancer identification, with multiple studies on head and neck cancer detection.
- 4 publications in 2023-2024 alone
- Multiple studies in high-impact journals including Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention
- Research cited in healthcare policy discussions on cancer care equity
Dr. Todd maintains active collaborations with researchers across the University of Sunderland and the UK healthcare system. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in pharmacy practice and patient care, making significant contributions to both scholarly knowledge and real-world healthcare delivery.
