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Matthew Allsop is an Associate Professor of Palliative Care at the University of Leeds, School of Medicine, Department of Primary Care, Palliative Care and Public Health. He holds a Yorkshire Cancer Research University Academic Fellowship and co-leads the St Gemma’s Academic Unit of Palliative Care. His work focuses on global palliative care, digital health integration, and refugee/migrant health equity.
Education:
- BSc Psychology
- PhD Mechanical Design Engineering
Research Interests: Dr. Allsop explores palliative care delivery in low-resource settings and humanitarian crises. He develops digital tools to improve access and coordinates multi-disciplinary studies on symptom management and service optimization. His work emphasizes patient and caregiver experiences, particularly in marginalized populations.
Awards:
- Yorkshire Cancer Research Fellowship (2018)
- Wellcome Academic Secondment Fellowship (2016)
- Nuffield Foundation Bursary (2009)
Grants & Advising: Leads over 20 international projects funded by UKRI, Wellcome Trust, and global health agencies. Supervises doctoral students researching palliative care in Nigeria, Malawi, Uganda, and Muslim communities in the UK. Collaborates with organizations like the Kenya Hospices and Palliative Care Association.
Labs/Teams: Co-leads the St Gemma’s Academic Unit and the PallCHASE initiative addressing palliative care in humanitarian emergencies. Active in the Leeds Institute of Health Sciences and the Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development.
