Dr. Ann Mcneill

Biography

Ann McNeill is a Professor at King's College London, specializing in Tobacco Addiction within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN). She is deeply committed to fostering early career researchers and enhancing diversity and inclusion within the research community. As the inaugural Vice Dean for Culture, Diversity & Inclusion at IoPPN, McNeill has spearheaded multiple initiatives to promote a balanced research culture and improve gender representation in decision-making processes. Her research interests center on nicotine and tobacco harm reduction, investigating both the psychological aspects of addiction and the broader public health implications associated with tobacco use. In her role, she leads the Nicotine Research Group, focusing on innovative tobacco control measures and evaluating the impact of e-cigarettes as alternatives for smokers. McNeill’s significant contributions to research not only address immediate health concerns but also inform policy changes aimed at reducing smoking rates. Notably, she has been recognized for her research on the exposure to tobacco-specific nitrosamines among youth and has published influential studies on vaping and smoking cessation. With her extensive publication record and ongoing projects, McNeill continues to influence both academic discourse and public health policy regarding nicotine use.

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