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Our Expert Advisors

We promise to work towards;

Recognition. Support. Recovery.

Our Expert Advisory Panel brings together professionals from a wide range of disciplines who share their expertise to strengthen and guide the work of Long Covid Kids. Advisors provide insight across areas such as infectious disease, paediatrics, education, health and social care, law, and strategic development. Their specialist knowledge supports our projects, advocacy, and research, helping to ensure that our work remains evidence-informed, effective, and sustainable.arch, policy, and advocacy, creating opportunities for co-production and empowering young people to lead change.

Long Covid Kids Our Team

Professor Nisreen Alwan

Professor, Health Researcher & Long Covid Scholar

Professor of Public Health & Long Covid Researcher, leading work on epidemiology, inequalities, and stigma to improve understanding and recognition of Long Covid.

Dr Danilo Buonsenso, MD, PhD, MSc

Paediatrician, Paediatric Infectious Disease Specialist & Long Covid Researcher

Paediatric Infectious Disease Specialist & Researcher, leading international studies on Long Covid in children and advocating for better recognition and care worldwide.

Dr Binita Kane

Long Covid Specialist Clinician, Researcher & Advocate

Long Covid Specialist Clinician, Researcher & Advocate, working to improve paediatric care and ensure effective treatment is available to all children.

Jane Ryan

Law Partner at Bhatt Murphy

Partner at Bhatt Murphy, specialising in civil liberties, public law, and human rights; representing Long Covid Kids in the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

Dirk Bischof

Entrepreneur, Impact Investor & Advisor

Entrepreneur, Impact Investor & Advisor, dedicated to inclusive entrepreneurship, sustainable growth, and supporting mission-driven organisations.

Dr Rae Duncan

Consultant Cardiologist & Long Covid Research Clinician

Consultant Cardiologist & Long Covid Research Clinician, leading research into paediatric Long Covid and advocating for clean air and stronger public health protections.

Anne Marie McConway

Early Childhood Lecturer, Educator & Clean Air Campaigner

Early Childhood Lecturer & Clean Air Campaigner, advocating for safer learning environments and empowering educators and parents to take action.

Dr Sue Peters

Chartered Educational Psychologist & Education Advisor

Chartered Educational Psychologist & Education Advisor, supporting children with Long Covid through training, resources, and inclusive education advocacy.

Resia Pretorius

Distinguished Professor, Research Scientist & Long Covid Expert

Distinguished Professor & Long Covid Research Scientist, pioneering research into microclots and inflammation to improve understanding and treatment for children and adults.

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