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Alison Cooke, PhD, is an Honorary Lecturer (Teaching & Research) in Nursing & Midwifery at The University of Manchester. She holds multiple professional qualifications including a PhD in Midwifery and Women's Health (2015) and a Master in Clinical Research (2010). Her research focuses on advanced maternal age, baby skincare, obesity, and intrapartum care, with notable contributions to qualitative evidence synthesis methodologies like the SPIDER tool. She has been recognized with awards including the NIHR Doctoral Research Fellowship (2012) and the British Association of Dermatologists Best Oral Presentation (2015).
Dr. Cooke’s work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in improving maternal and child health. She collaborates with institutions such as the University of Sheffield on projects like the OBSeRvE study on infant skincare. Her teaching roles include the Manchester Access Programme, promoting educational access. Key collaborations include research teams on maternal age and skincare interventions, emphasizing interdisciplinary and global health perspectives.
Her research outputs span midwifery practice, digital health technologies for gestational diabetes, and healthcare policy. Notable contributions include systematic reviews on contraceptive needs in low-income countries and midwives’ experiences implementing abortion policies. She is a registered midwife and active member of the Royal College of Midwives, advocating for evidence-based practice and professional standards.
