Alan Sinclair (scientist) facts for kids
Professor Alan J Sinclair (born in 1952) is a medical expert from Newcastle-under-Lyme, England. He is known for his work as a clinical scientist and a specialist in diabetes, especially for older people.
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Early Life
Alan J Sinclair was born in Newcastle-under-Lyme. He went to Newcastle High School, where he enjoyed playing rugby and cricket. He finished school in 1972.
Education
Professor Sinclair studied at the University of London. In 1976, he earned a top degree in biochemistry from St Bartholomew's Hospital Medical College. He then became a doctor in 1979, getting his MBBS medical degrees from the same place.
Later, he continued his studies. He received his doctorate (MD) in London in 1992. In 1993, he earned a Master of Medicine degree from the University of Sydney, Australia. In 1995, he became a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, which is a special honor for doctors.
Career and Research
Professor Sinclair has worked as a clinical professor at several universities in England, including Birmingham and Warwick. In 1998, he started the Institute of Diabetes for Older People (IDOP). This institute focuses on helping older people who have diabetes. In 2014, he also set up a company called Diabetes Frail Ltd.
His main research has been about diabetes in older people. He also studies frailty, which means being weak and easily getting sick, and sarcopaenia, which is the loss of muscle mass and strength.
In 2001, Professor Sinclair became the leader of the European Diabetes Working Party for Older People (EDWPOP). This group created the first European guidelines for diabetes care in older people. From 2010 to 2013, he was a national leader for diabetes in older people at NHS Diabetes, which is part of the Department of Health in England.
In 2012, Professor Sinclair started the first-ever audit (a detailed check) of diabetes care in nursing homes across England. The goal was to find ways to improve how people with diabetes are cared for in these homes. The results of this important study were published in 2014.
Because of his important work, he received the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG) Presidential Medal in 2013. This award recognized his service to diabetes and older people. In 2014, he helped lead a group for the International Diabetes Federation (IDF). This group created the first international guidelines for people with diabetes who are frail or have dementia.
In 2015, Professor Sinclair joined the World Health Organization (WHO) Expert Group on Frailty. He also helped review a major report by the WHO about aging and health around the world. That same year, he helped create guidelines for the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to improve care for people with diabetes in nursing homes.
In 2018, Professor Sinclair was recognized as one of the top experts in diabetes in the UK. This was based on how much his research has helped others.
See Also
- Diabetes
- Geriatrics
