Simon Dyson

Professor Simon Dyson is Professor of Applied Sociology at De Montfort University's School of Allied Health Sciences, specializing in sickle cell disorders, health inequalities, and disability studies. His research examines how racism, ableism, and socioeconomic factors shape healthcare experiences and employment opportunities for people with sickle cell conditions.

Recent work focuses on intersectional analyses of Black disabled workers' employment barriers, COVID-19 impacts on vulnerable populations, and critical evaluations of healthcare systems. He has developed practical resources including employment guides for sickle cell patients and employers, and conducted policy-relevant research for NHS service improvement.

Professor Dyson's publications demonstrate consistent commitment to addressing health inequities through critical examinations of institutional practices, with increasing focus on employment discrimination and pandemic-related vulnerabilities in recent years.