Paul Turner

Paul Turner is a Clinical Professor in Anaphylaxis, Paediatric Allergy & Clinical Immunology at Imperial College London's National Heart & Lung Institute, part of the Faculty of Medicine. He also holds a Clinical Associate Professor role at the University of Sydney. His dual role as a Clinician Scientist and Honorary Consultant underscores his translational research and clinical practice focus.

Education:

• Bachelor's from Oxford University
• Graduate of University of London
• PhD in Immunopharmacology of Allergic Rhinitis (University College London/Royal National Throat Nose & Ear Hospital)

Research Focus: Pathophysiology of severe food allergies and anaphylaxis. Key areas include food allergen thresholds, desensitisation protocols, and public health strategies. Funded by MRC, EU Commission, and UK Food Standards Agency.

Leadership Roles:

• Chairperson, World Allergy Organization Anaphylaxis Committee
• Co-Lead, Resuscitation Council UK Anaphylaxis Working Group
• Global advisory roles: UN FAO/WHO Codex Expert, UK Food Standards Agency Science Council

Key Achievements:

• Pioneered food allergy desensitisation programme at St Mary's Hospital
• Developed nationwide Allergy Action Plans via BSACI (www.sparepensinschools.uk)

Affiliations:

• Centre for Paediatrics and Child Health
• Centre for Translational Nutrition and Food Research
• Immuno-Pathology Network
• Inflammation, Repair and Development