Rachel Charlton

Rachel Charlton is a Research Fellow in the Department of Life Sciences at the University of Bath. Her work focuses on epidemiology, rheumatology, and drug safety in pregnancy. She has contributed to studies on psoriatic arthritis, systemic sclerosis, and systemic lupus erythematosus, emphasizing clinical practice and healthcare outcomes. Charlton’s research integrates big data analysis and observational studies to address public health challenges.

• Affiliations: University of Bath, Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases

Her research interests include drug safety during pregnancy, particularly anticonvulsants, and the epidemiology of autoimmune conditions like psoriatic arthritis and lupus. She has led projects funded by the Epilepsy Research UK and the Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases.

Notable projects include investigating fetal outcomes after antiepileptic exposure and studying diagnostic delays in psoriatic arthritis. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.