Jonathan Grigg
Jonathan Grigg
Jonathan Grigg (pronunciation: JON-uh-thuhn GRIG) is a renowned medical professional specializing in the field of respiratory medicine. His work primarily focuses on the impact of air pollution on children's lung health.
Etymology
The name Jonathan is of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has given". Grigg is a surname of English origin, derived from the Middle English word "grig", meaning "a dwarf" or "a lively person".
Career
Jonathan Grigg is a Professor of Paediatric Respiratory and Environmental Medicine at the Queen Mary University of London. He is also a consultant paediatrician at the Royal London Hospital. His research interests include the effects of air pollution on lung development in children, and the mechanisms by which particles and gases cause lung inflammation.
Related Terms
- Respiratory Medicine: A branch of medicine that deals with the causes, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases affecting the lungs.
- Paediatric Respiratory: A sub-specialty of paediatrics that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases involving the respiratory tract in children.
- Air Pollution: The presence of substances in the atmosphere that are harmful to the health of humans and other living beings, or cause damage to the climate or to materials.
- Lung Inflammation: A general term used to refer to the inflammation or swelling of the lungs and bronchial tubes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Jonathan Grigg
- Wikipedia's article - Jonathan Grigg
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