Peter Aspinall is a British health economist and academic who is known for his research on the economic evaluation of public‑health interventions, particularly in the areas of tobacco control, alcohol policy, and health‑technology assessment. He holds a senior academic position within the School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR) at the University of Sheffield, United Kingdom.
Career and Research
Aspinall’s work focuses on applying cost‑effectiveness analysis, modeling, and health‑economic evaluation methods to inform policy decisions. His research has addressed topics such as:
- The health and economic impact of smoking cessation programs and tobacco‑tax policies.
- The cost‑effectiveness of interventions aimed at reducing alcohol‑related harm.
- Methodological advancements in the appraisal of public‑health programs and health‑technology assessment.
He has contributed to reports for national bodies, including the UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and the World Health Organization (WHO), and has served as a peer reviewer for academic journals in health economics and public health.
Publications
Peter Aspinall has authored or co‑authored numerous peer‑reviewed articles, book chapters, and policy reports. Selected examples include:
- Aspinall, P., et al. (2020). “Economic evaluation of tobacco‑control policies in the United Kingdom.” Health Economics, 29(5), 587–603.
- Aspinall, P., & R. W. (2018). “Cost‑effectiveness of brief interventions for alcohol misuse.” Addiction, 113(10), 1848–1857.
- Aspinall, P., et al. (2016). “Methods for evaluating public‑health interventions: a systematic review.” International Journal of Public Health, 61(4), 543–551.
Professional Affiliations
Aspinall is a member of professional societies such as the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR) and the Association of Health Economists. He regularly participates in conferences and workshops on health‑economic methodology.
Education
Details of Aspinall’s formal education, including the institutions attended and degrees obtained, are not widely documented in publicly available sources.
Recognition
While specific awards or honors have not been prominently recorded, his contributions are recognized within the health‑economics community through citations, collaborations, and involvement in guideline development.
Personal Information
Date and place of birth, as well as other personal biographical details, are not publicly available.
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