Dr. felix chan

Dr Felix Chan is an Assistant Professor in Pharmacology at the Department of Pharmacy. Felix is a neuroscientist by training; but has a wide-ranging interest in studying metabolism and mitochondrial function in the body.

 

Felix is a recognized world-leading expert in brain metabolism and energetics; with particular implications in brain diseases such as epilepsy. Felix is passionate about translational research and regularly engages with clinical and industry colleagues to develop new cutting-edge treatment approach for diseases by targeting metabolism and mitochondrial function.

 

Felix currently teaches in the M.Pharm course at the University and also contribute to other affiliated courses within the College of Medicine and Health. Felix is a passionate advocate of mentoring the next-generation scientific leaders; including regularly offering project for undergraduate students, taking up placement students, and acting as personal tutors.

 

Felix also incorporates patient-public involvement and engagement (PPI/E) in his research work, including acting as co-Theme Lead for Neurodevelopment at Epilepsy Research Institute UK and scientific advisory board (SAB) member for various charities such as UKRET, CureDHDDS, and CRELD1 Warriors. Felix also currently serves as Associate Board member for the Neuroscience and Mental Health Board at MRC UK.

 

Finally, Felix also serves as a trainee editor for Journal of Neurochemistry since January 2024.