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Hilary Toulmin is an Assistant Professor at the University of Cambridge and an Honorary Specialist Neurodevelopmental Paediatrician at North East London Foundation NHS Trust (NELFT). Her work bridges academic research and clinical practice in neurodevelopmental psychiatry.
- Focus on fetal brain development, neuroimaging, and outcomes for preterm children
- Advocates for lived experience of mental illness in research agendas
- Current projects address health inequities, autism trajectories, and physical health in neurodevelopmental conditions
In her research, she employs functional MRI (fMRI) to study brain connectivity in preterm infants and its correlation with motor, language, and cognitive outcomes. She also collaborates across clinical and academic sectors to improve services for neurodivergent children.
- Scientific Awards:
- NIHR Academic Clinical Fellowship
- Wellcome Trust Research Training Fellowship
Hilary emphasizes parent and child perspectives in her research, with affiliations linking the University of Cambridge and NELFT. Her work spans neurodevelopmental imaging, service accessibility, and stigma reduction in mental health.
