Julian Norman Trollor

Scientia Professor Julian Norman Trollor is a neuropsychiatrist and academic leading translational research on health inequalities affecting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. He holds positions as Director of the National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health and heads the Department of Developmental Disability Neuropsychiatry (3DN) at UNSW Sydney. His work focuses on co-designed approaches to address gaps in healthcare policy, service delivery, and mental health support for this population.

Education:

• MB BS (Hons 1)
• FRANZCP
• MD

Research Interests: Professor Trollor’s program spans health services evaluation, policy analysis, data linkage, and clinical neuroscience. He prioritizes inclusive research practices and interdisciplinary collaboration to improve healthcare access and outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Key areas include preventive healthcare models, palliative care, and co-created patient-reported experience measures.

Awards:

• AM (2025)
• Research Award (2024, International Association)
• Bob Davis Award (2024)
• Global Health Leadership Award (2023)
• RANZCP Senior Research Award (2019)

Advisory & Grants: He advises government committees and regulatory bodies, contributes to policy development, and leads projects funded by NHMRC, MRFF, and the Department of Health. Current initiatives include improving palliative care services and refining health policies for people with disabilities.

Labs/Teams: Coordinates the National Centre of Excellence, 3DN, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop educational resources, advocacy strategies, and policy frameworks enhancing disability health equity.