Dr Miguel Toribio-Mateas

Dr Miguel Toribio-Mateas is a clinical neuroscientist, applied microbiologist and nutrition researcher in the UK. His expertise in the intricate connection between the gut and the brain draws on a rich, real-world scientific foundation, having led and collaborated in several clinical studies in this field.

Dr Miguel’s extensive academic background includes postgraduate degrees in Nutritional Medicine and Clinical Neuroscience, and a Doctorate focused on the Gut Microbiome and Mental Health. His doctoral training coincided with a five-year Research Innovation Fellowship funded by the European Regional Development Fund, where he explored the effects of nutrition on gut health and its links with mood, cognition, and mental wellbeing.

Additionally, Dr. Miguel is part of a multi-disciplinary research team investigating the role of the gut microbiome on the severity of ADHD symptoms, whose work has been published in the British Medical Journal. Today, he continues his work as an Honorary Research Fellow at Cardiff University's School of Psychology, focusing on the interconnections between food choices and emotional and physical wellbeing.

He is also the author of a forthcoming book on the neuroscience of ADHD set to be published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers in late 2025.

Dr. Miguel holds Chartered Biologist status by the Royal Society of Biology (CBiol), is a Fellow of the Society of Applied Microbiology (AIM), and is a member of the Microbiology Society.

Dr. Miguel Toribio-Mateas plays a pivotal role in working with Daniel by providing expert insights into the complex interplay between gut health, nutrition, and mental wellbeing. His wealth of experience in clinical neuroscience and microbiology enhances our understanding of how tailored nutritional strategies can address specific health challenges. Together, we collaborate on initiatives that merge research-driven approaches with real-world application, ensuring our practices remain both innovative and deeply empathetic. His guidance underpins much of Daniel’s work in exploring the psychological dimensions of health, enabling him to offer more holistic and impactful support to clients.