Nathan Grills

Professor Nathan Grills is a Professor at the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health and a member of the Nossal Institute for Global Health at the University of Melbourne. His career spans 20 years in global health, with expertise in digital health, disability inclusion, and health equity. He holds a medical degree from Monash University, a Master of Public Health (MPH), and a DPhil in Public Health from Oxford University (Rhodes Scholar).

Education:

• Australian Defence Force Academy (undergraduate studies)
• Monash University (Medical Degree)
• Oxford University (MPH, DPhil in Public Health via Rhodes Scholarship)

Research & Advocacy: Focuses on non-communicable diseases, disability inclusion (e.g., RAD disability measurement tool in India), and primary health care systems. Leads collaborations with institutions like the Public Health Foundation of India and faith-based organizations. Active in India, Fiji, East Timor, PNG, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

Professional Contributions: Supervised over 40 students, founded five health-focused NGOs, and served on four health charity boards. Specializes in evaluating public health partnerships and faith-based development programs.

Awards: Rhodes Scholarship, dual fellowship in UK and Australian Public Health Faculties.

Current Work: Prioritizes disability inclusion and NCDs in India, emphasizing systemic health equity.