Theo Gool

Research & Policy Strategist | Founder | Collaborative Leader

Research & Policy Strategist focused on innovation, knowledge mobilisation, and global health equity.

  • Theo, your leadership is phenomenal.

    Alan Court

    Senior Advisor to the WHO Ambassador for Global Strategy and Health Financing in New York

  • Theo, your demonstration of commitment has been truly inspiring.

    Prof. Borja Santos Porras

    Vice-Dean IE Business School, School of Global and Public Affairs in Madrid

  • Theo, is such a thoughtful, dedicated and committed leader.

    Samira Khan

    Former Director of Microsoft Public Affairs in San Francisco

  • Theo is focused, practical and willing to discuss, debate and learn. Above all he demonstrates intellectual integrity.

    Raficq Abdulla MBE (1940-2019)

    Author and Barrister. Former University Secretary in London

  • Theo is an incredible leader, always ahead of everything, bringing people together, aligning demands, and all of this being kind and smart.

    Ana Clara de Queiroz

    Biology Teacher, Government of the Federal District in Brasilia

  • Theo is a attentive listener and a steadfast supporter. He has dedication, vision, and a strong work ethic.

    Dr Ritu Awasthi

    Health communications expert and Yoga teacher in Aberdeen

Organisations I’ve worked with

Case Studies

Public Health Leadership

As founding CEO of Public Health Pathways, led a 60-person international team to reach 1M+ users across 30+ countries. Developed original methodologies, influenced global public health strategy, and contributed ethnographic insights that shaped Google’s terminology policy.

Digital Literacy & Policy Advocacy

Co-founded the Internet User Behaviour Lab. Secured £200K+ to build tools for algorithmic literacy. Engaged UK and Australian governments on digital resilience and policy reform.

Research Strategy & Funding

At the University of Bristol, I support large-scale funding bids and lead impact planning — working with UKRI, managing a £1.3M fund, and preparing researchers for REF2029.

About

🧭 Expertise

I focus on strategic collaboration, impact-driven research, and translating evidence into policy and practice. My experience spans public health, digital literacy, and systems innovation.

Key areas of focus:

  • Impact Planning & Strategy – Designing frameworks that connect research with real-world outcomes

  • Organisational Development – Strengthening mission-driven teams through collaboration and systems thinking

  • Policy Engagement – Bridging academia and government through research translation and multi-sector partnerships

🏛️ Current Focus

I lead knowledge mobilisation strategy within the Population Health Science Institute at the University of Bristol, with a focus on large-scale funding, policy partnerships, and interdisciplinary research impact.

He is especially interested in innovation at the intersection of public health, digital systems, and policy development.