William Taylor

William Oswald Gibson Taylor FRCPGLAS (16 March 1912 – 4 September 1989) was a Scottish consultant ophthalmologist who became a leading expert on albinism.

Education and early career William Taylor graduated from the University of Glasgow, (MB, ChB) in 1934. Following graduation, Taylor decided to specialise in ophthalmology, working at the Glasgow Eye Infirmary. Through his research on colour vision, Taylor developed a specific interest in albinism. He became one of the world's leading experts on the subject; continuing his research until his death at age 77.

In 1979 he established the Albinism Fellowship to provide information, advice and support for people with albinism, their families and other interested parties. He travelled the world as the international organiser of the Albinism Fellowship.

Awards Mary Harkness prize in 1963. William Mackenzie Medal in 1977. Edridge Green prize in 1978 from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.