Philip Calder

Professor Philip Calder is a leading academic in Nutritional Immunology at the University of Southampton, where he serves as Head of the School of Human Development and Health. His work focuses on fatty acid metabolism, immune function, and the role of nutrition in health across the life course. He holds academic leadership roles, including President of the Federation of European Nutrition Societies (2019–2023) and former Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nutrition.

Research interests span omega-3 fatty acids, dietary interventions for chronic diseases, and translational studies linking nutrition to immunological outcomes. Key projects include investigations into lipid emulsions, maternal-infant nutrition (e.g., KEMRI Wellcome Trust collaboration), and the anti-inflammatory effects of bioactive compounds.

Prof. Calder has authored over 800 publications and received prestigious awards such as the Danone International Prize for Nutrition (2016) and the GOED Lifetime Achievement Award (2023). He actively collaborates with global institutions, including the Medical Research Council, European Union, and industry partners like Abbott and BASF.

Current research includes studies on dietary modulation of immune responses, sample analysis projects (e.g., KEMRI collaboration), and lipid-based therapies for cardiovascular and metabolic disorders. His work bridges basic science and clinical applications, emphasizing public health impact.