MSci, PhD
Research Fellow
- About
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- School/Department
- School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition
Biography
I am a Research Fellow in the Arthritis and Regenerative Medicine Laboratory at the Institute of Medical Sciences. I have been in this role since 2019 and my research focusses on identifying molecular signatures in synovial mesenchymal stem cells, that underpin the development of the knee joint.
I obtained my PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Aberdeen in 2019, during which, I researched the role of gene regulatory elements in the Cannabinoid receptor-1 gene, and how genetic and epigenetic variation within these elements influenced their control of the gene. Prior to this, in 2014, I completed an MSci degree in Pharmacology with industrial placement, at the University of Aberdeen.
Currently, I am also a Programme Lead on the University of Aberdeen's 'Understanding the body' programme. This is a series of online courses delivered through FutureLearn.
Qualifications
- PhD Medical Sciences (Molecular Biology)2019 - University of Aberdeen
The effects of genetic and epigenetic variation on the control of the cannabinoid-1 receptor gene and their role in disease and drug efficacy
- MSci Pharmacology2014 - University of Aberdeen
Graduated with First Class Honours.
Included a one year industrial placement.
- Research
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Research Areas
Biomedical Sciences
Research Specialisms
- Cell Biology
- Molecular Biology
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
- Genomics
Our research specialisms are based on the Higher Education Classification of Subjects (HECoS) which is HESA open data, published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International licence.
- Teaching
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Teaching Responsibilities
I am a Programme Lead on the University of Aberdeen's 'Understanding the body' course. These online courses are delivered through FutureLearn and are worth 10 undergraduate degree level credits. My responsibilities include answering questions from the learners and updating course material.
I also supervise MSc and Honours student research projects.