I will be investigating the role of astrocytes, in the progression of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. I am particularly interested in understanding how inflammation outside the brain can exacerbate inflammatory and damaging events within the brain.

A reflection on my experience designing, preparing and coding a behavioural study.

The initial research I proposed. After a few weeks of preparing, I expect my research to stray away from my original research proposal but it's still worthwhile to look back on my initial thoughts.

An introduction to the research I am undertaking this summer.