John Appleby

John Appleby is a Lecturer in Medical Ethics at Lancaster Medical School, Lancaster University. He co-directs the Medical Ethics and Law teaching theme, directs the PhD in Medical Ethics and Law program, and leads research on Sustainable Medicine.

• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2019)
• PhD in Moral Philosophy from Cambridge (2014)
• MA in Bioethics from New York University (2009)
• Hons. BSc in Bioethics & Life Sciences from Toronto (2008)

His research spans reproductive ethics, environmental sustainability in healthcare, and AI/Neurotech regulation. Key projects include:

• Developing the principle of environmental beneficence for sustainable healthcare
• Founding the first Medical School AI curriculum in the UK
• Exploring synthetic embryos and artificial gametes ethics
• Investigating 3D bioprinting and electronic printing in vivo

Recent publications focus on climate-responsible medicine, mitochondrial technologies, and digital biofabrication ethics. Trends show interdisciplinary work bridging ethics, technology, and environmental policy.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Editorial roles in Frontiers in Genetics and Bioethics journals
• Advisory positions for the Nuffield Council on Bioethics and Regulatory Horizons Council
• Consultancy for foreign governments on biotechnology ethics

John supervises PhD candidates and co-directs the Interdisciplinary Network for Culture, Health, Ethics and Society (INCHES), with media engagements in BBC, The Guardian, and New Scientist.