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Emma Turner is a Research Fellow (Trial Coordinator) at the Department of Health Sciences, University of York, specializing in clinical trials coordination across orthopedics, oncology, and public health domains. She joined the York Trials Unit (YTU) in June 2017 and advanced to her current role in May 2025 after contributing to diverse NHS and school-based projects.
Her academic foundation includes:
- MA in Social Research Methods (Sociology) with Distinction from Durham University (2017)
- BSc (Hons) in Sociology (First Class) from Teesside University (2015)
Turner's research integrates sociological perspectives with clinical trial methodology, focusing on orthopedic trauma (pilon/thoracolumbar fractures), dental caries prevention in schools, and radiotherapy efficacy. Her work emphasizes feasibility assessment, progression criteria development, and cost-effectiveness analysis within complex trial frameworks.
Recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate consistent methodological rigor across the BRIGHT dental trial series and ACTIVE/PRESTO orthopedic studies, highlighting expertise in protocol design, internal pilot management, and multi-setting implementation. These works bridge clinical outcomes with behavioral and economic evaluation.
Within the York Trials Unit, she actively shapes operational standards through the Document Repository working group and fosters team cohesion via the Social Committee, reflecting dual commitment to academic excellence and collaborative culture.
