About
Thomas Butler is an NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer at the Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology & Gastroenterology of the University of Manchester. His research focuses on circadian rhythms, gut inflammation, and microbiome interactions in immune-mediated diseases.
- Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Manchester (2019-2022)
- Master of Research, Medical Sciences, The University of Manchester (2018)
- MRCP (UK), Royal College of Physicians (2016)
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, University of Birmingham (2012)
- BMedSci (Clinical Sciences), University of Birmingham (2010)
His research spans circadian biology, inflammatory disorders, and microbiome impacts on immunity. Current work includes studying chronotype variations in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and mapping gastrointestinal research priorities.
Recent publications highlight trends in gut-immune system interplay, circadian gene regulation in colitis, and systematic reviews of chronobiology in immune diseases. Collaborations with supervisors like McLaughlin and Gibbs underpin his work.
Thomas Butler is a Gastroenterology Specialist Trainee at NHS Health Education North West, with no explicit awards or grants listed in the provided texts. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for health and well-being.



