Ian Young

Ian Young is a Clinical Professor at Queen's University Belfast, affiliated with the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, and holds roles in the Centre for Public Health and the Institute for Global Food Security. His research focuses on aging, cardiovascular health, diabetes, and public health interventions, with a strong emphasis on dietary interventions and longitudinal cohort studies like NICOLA.

His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and well-being, and involves collaborations across multiple disciplines. Key projects include the Northern Ireland Cohort for the Longitudinal Study of Ageing (NICOLA), exploring aging-related health outcomes and risk factors, and studies on dietary patterns, retinal imaging in chronic diseases, and epigenetic markers in aging.

Recent articles highlight his contributions to understanding fruit/vegetable consumption effects on cardiovascular health, AI-driven detection of diabetic kidney disease via retinal imaging, and the role of epigenetic clocks in mortality prediction. His research also addresses socioeconomic disparities in health outcomes and the impact of historical conflicts on mental health.

Dr. Young has coordinated projects like the Methodology Hub for Ireland, enhancing systematic reviews and clinical trial methodologies. He actively participates in workshops and conferences, emphasizing translational research and public health policy.