Jonathan Grigg

Professor Jonathan Grigg is the leading UK paediatric expert on the health effects of air pollution on children. His research has identified why children are more at risk of adverse effects, and the mechanisms whereby inhalation of particles increases vulnerability to bacterial infection. These studies have informed the public on the risks of air pollution, and influenced national policy. He was also a lead author of the Royal College of Physicians’ Report on the long-term effects of air pollution. In the area of paediatric respiratory medicine, he has built up Applied Health Research Capacity in North London, attracting over £16 million in grant funding to address major health needs, including asthma in children, and has been lead clinician on major independent and industry trials of new and existing asthma therapies.