David Cox

Dr David Cox is a specialist health and medical journalist. He has a PhD in neuroscience from the University of Cambridge, and has covered all aspects of healthcare over the past decade, with a particular focus on nutrition and the ongoing revolution in ageing science. He writes regularly for newspapers, broadcasters and magazines including The Telegraph, The Guardian, BBC, The Times, WIRED, NBC News and the New Scientist. His work is often discussed on TV and radio programmes around the world, and he has been shortlisted 14 times for various journalism awards. The Age Code, a two-year investigation into the science behind what we eat and how well we age, is his first book.

Upcoming Events

BLF 2026
Nureen Glaves, Dr David Cox, Milli Hill
Ultra Processed Eating
Saturday, 4 July 2026 | 10:45 – 11:45
Loading Bay, BD1 3QR
Food
Event Reference: 26FO2