Jeff Collin

Jeff Collin is Professor of Global Health Policy at the University of Edinburgh, affiliated with the School of Social & Political Science and the Social Policy department. His work focuses on the intersection of health policy, global governance, and commercial sector influence, particularly in tobacco, alcohol, and ultra-processed food industries.

• Key affiliations: WHO expert groups, Tobacco Advisory Group of Cancer Research UK, UK Centre on Tobacco and Alcohol Studies

His research explores how unhealthy commodity industries shape public policy, with a structural emphasis on health inequalities, trade liberalization, and corporate strategies in global health governance. Publications highlight tactics such as stakeholder manipulation, policy network dynamics, and regulatory capture across multiple jurisdictions.

Recent articles emphasize corporate engagement in health policy, tobacco control in the EU, alcohol industry consolidation, and structural drivers of non-communicable diseases. Collaborations span academic institutions and public health organizations, with a focus on transparency and accountability.

Scientific Awards & Roles

• WHO Expert Group on Tobacco Industry Influence
• Tobacco Advisory Group of Cancer Research UK
• Co-investigator, UK Centre on Tobacco and Alcohol Studies
• Expert Advisor, Institute of Alcohol Studies

Jeff supervises PhD students in International Public Health Policy and has contributed extensively to debates on corporate influence in health governance.