About
Alan Cribb is a Professor of Bioethics and Education at King's College London, affiliated with the School of Education, Communication & Society and the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR). He holds editorial roles at Health Care Analysis and directs the CPPR. His work bridges applied philosophy with healthcare policy, focusing on interdisciplinary scholarship linking philosophical, social science, and professional concerns.
Dr. Cribb earned his PhD in philosophy from the University of Manchester and has held roles including Deputy Director of the Education and Child Studies Research Group. He co-founded the CPPR in 1996 and has served on boards for organizations like the Royal Pharmaceutical Council and the Royal College of Physicians. His research explores healthcare ethics, medical professionalism, and the social determinants of health.
Recent projects include investigating pharmacy ethics, markets in healthcare, and virtues in medical education. He has secured funding from Wellcome Trust, Health Foundation, and Leverhulme Trust. His work contributes to UN SDGs focusing on health equity and sustainable development.
