Alan J. Stewart is a Reader in Molecular Medicine at the University of St Andrews. His research is focused on metal ion handling in the body and the roles metals play in regulating medically/physiologically relevant processes. Collectively, his work provides new insights into their cellular functions and role in disease states. He has published >90 peer-reviewed publications, many in world-class and field-leading journals. He sits on the Editorial Boards of the journals Scientific Reports, Frontiers in Endocrinology and Nutrients.