Prof. James Dear
Professor, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Professor James Dear is a distinguished figure in clinical pharmacology and toxicology at the University of Edinburgh. His research focuses on enhancing the diagnosis and management of acute medical emergencies, particularly through the study of circulating microRNAs as biomarkers for drug toxicity. A significant aspect of his work addresses paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose, a leading cause of acute liver failure in the Western world. Professor Dear has developed biomarkers that facilitate early detection of liver injury, aiming to transform clinical care for affected patients.
