Samantha Johnson

Samantha Johnson is a Professor of Child Development in the Department of Population Health Sciences at the University of Leicester. She is also affiliated with the Health and Wellbeing Research Group in the Department of Neuroscience, Psychology and Behaviour. Her research focuses on improving long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes for children born at risk, particularly those born preterm. She develops clinical guidelines and outcome assessments for use in healthcare and research.

• Expertise: Longitudinal studies, neonatal interventions, cognitive and mental health outcomes
• Key Contributions: Resources for supporting preterm children in schools, clinical guidelines for neonatal follow-up care

Her research highlights the impact of gestational age on health trajectories and educational outcomes, collaborating across disciplines to bridge clinical and educational practices.