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Emerging Leaders

Rising stars in dementia research

The UK DRI Emerging Leaders programme nurtures the next generation of dementia research pioneers. These talented early-career researchers are on the path to independence, developing novel research programmes under the mentorship of established Group Leaders. By supporting Emerging Leaders, we ensure a vibrant pipeline of innovative thinkers who will shape the future of dementia science and drive progress toward new treatments and preventions.

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Aitana Sogorb-Esteve profile

Dr Aitana Sogorb-Esteve

Emerging Leader

UK DRI at UCL

Identifying biomarkers to assess synaptic dysfunction in Frontotemporal dementia

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Phil Weston profile

Dr Philip Weston

Emerging Leader

UK DRI at UCL

Using advanced forms of MRI and PET brain scanning to identify and track the earliest signs of brain cell loss

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Wioleta Zelek

Dr Wioleta Zelek

Emerging Leader

UK DRI at Cardiff

Targeting novel anti-complement drugs to the brain for therapy of dementia

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Labs

Led by our Group Leaders and Emerging Leaders, our Labs are dynamic hubs of innovation, bringing together researchers at all career stages to investigate the fundamental mechanisms of dementia and associated neurodegenerative conditions. 

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