Dr Lorene Amet is founder of The Lauriston Centre, has over 20 years of experience in autism, working across public, academic, and third-sector organisations. She specialises in functional nutrition, autism diagnosis, education, training, and research. With a PhD in Molecular Biology from Oxford University and postdoctoral work at Princeton and Edinburgh universities, she also holds a Master’s in Autism Education and is an accredited Autism Trainer.

Dr. Amet has worked internationally, supporting over 2,000 families and collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals, including medical doctors, psychologists, and behaviour analysts. Her approach integrates developmental, behavioural, biomedical, and physiological assessments to tailor evidence-based interventions for neurodivergent children and their families. She is a member of the British Society for Ecological Medicine (BSEM), The Royal Society of Medicine (RSM), the Medical Cannabis Clinicians Society (MCCS) and The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM).

COGNITION for Smart Kids & Teens – Leading the dynamic Food For The Brain lifestyle and nutrition program, which empowers parents to help their children and teenagers unlock their full potential in emotional, mental, and cognitive well-being. As a passionate Nutritionist and Health Coach, she inspires families to embrace the transformative power of good nutrition as the cornerstone of a vibrant and joyful family life. 

Professor Crawford is a pioneer in human nutrition research and a world- leading authority in the field of fatty acids and lipids in particular, their role in human brain development and evolution, and the implications of maternal nutrition for mental health. He is currently a visiting professor at the Imperial College, London. Faculty of Medicine, Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction. 

Dr. D’Adamo and is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. D’Adamo has led many clinical trials and observational studies as Principal Investigator and has authored over 100 publications in peer-reviewed scientific and medical journals. He is the Scientific Director and Principal Investigator for Documenting Hope and is a Senior Research Advisor to the Institute for Functional Medicine. 

He has been advancing the prevention and treatment of chronic disease through nutrition, detoxification, immune modulation and the reduction of oxidative stress since 1998. He has special focus in using biomedical therapies to assist children and families affected by developmental issues, including autism. Dr. Gannage is a Fellow of the Academy for Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS).

With a special focus on biomedical therapies for children and families affected by developmental challenges, including autism, Dr. Gannage is recognized for his compassionate and cutting-edge care. His expertise in Chelation Therapy—a key area of his practice since 1999—led him to serve as a principal investigator for TACT (the Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy). He has also trained extensively in Oxidative Medicine and Lipid Exchange Therapy, further expanding his toolkit of advanced therapeutic modalities.

A Defeat Autism Now clinician and Fellow of the Academy for Pediatric Special Needs (MAPS), Dr. Gannage is widely regarded as an influential leader in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). His deep knowledge and commitment to patient care have positioned him as a sought-after expert, often called upon to assess best practices and standards of care in his field. As a Peer Assessor and Preceptor for the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), he plays a crucial role in shaping the future of integrative medicine, mentoring fellow physicians and contributing to the ongoing evolution of patient-centred healthcare.

Originally trained in psychology. He was one of the first promoters of the importance of zinc, essential fats, low-GL diets and homocysteine-lowering B vitamins and their importance in mental health and Alzheimer’s prevention. He is the author of 49 books including Upgrade Your Brain, Optimum Nutrition for Children and co-author of Smart Food for Smart Kids, He is a retired visiting professor at the University of Teeside and is in the Orthomolecular Medicine Hall of Fame. He chairs the charity’s Scientific Advisory Board.

 Dr. Jensen is author of several books including Mental Health Crisis in Children and Teens: Nutrition a Real Solution and Three Brains: How the Heart, Brain, and Gut Influence Mental Health

He is a best-selling author of Fat Chance, The Hacking of the American Mind and Metabolical.

Based at the University of Oxford for 30 years, and now a Visiting Research Fellow at Bournemouth University, she is best known for her research into how nutrition (and particularly dietary fats) can affect behaviour, learning and mood, as her pioneering clinical trials were the first to show that supplementation with omega-3 (and omega-6) fats can improve behaviour and learning in children with dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD and related conditions. She is author of They Are What You feed Them.

She is the Principal Investigator of the Reus Tarragona Birth Cohort Study. She researches the links between lifestyle, nutrition, metabolism and genetics on status in key micronutrients involved in one methylation, DNA replication and repair, as well as epigenetic processes.

Professor Rucklidge is running clinical trials investigating the role of broad-spectrum micronutrients in the treatment of mental illness, including ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety and stress. Julia has over 140 peer reviewed publications and is co-author of The Better Brain. She is a member of our Scientific Advisory Board.

Dr Tutt continues to be involved in their work, chairing their National Forum for Neuroscience and Special Education. Rona has an MA in Linguistics and a PhD in the education of children with autism. In 2004, Dr Tutt was awarded an OBE in recognition of her tireless work to improve the education and life chances of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Rona has authored numerous books such as Educating Children with Complex Conditions. She is a Trustee of Food for the Brain.

He is co-founder of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine and Principal Investigator at foodforthebrain.org, heading the Research Team.