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Read more at: Zihan Sun

Zihan Sun

I am a PhD student in the Cambridge Stroke Research Group. My research applies epidemiologic, genetic, and omics techniques to investigate the molecular mechanisms underlying cerebral small vessel disease (cSVD). cSVD has been recognized as a leading cause of stroke and vascular dementia, and it is highly prevalent among the elderly. My research aims to identify at-risk individuals who are genetically predisposed to cSVD and to allow early preventions.


Read more at: Olivia Lu

Olivia Lu

I am a PhD Student in Dr. Alessandra Granata's Lab at the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Heart & Lung Research Institute.


Read more at: Merve Direktor

Merve Direktor

I am a PhD Student in Dr. Alessandra Granata's Lab investigating the neurovascular development in stroke at the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Heart & Lung Research Institute.


Read more at: Natalia Owen

Natalia Owen

PhD Student in Medical Science (Clinical Neurosciences)

Stroke Research Group

University of Cambridge



Read more at: Dr Shiv Bhakta

Dr Shiv Bhakta

BHF Clinical Research Training Fellow



Read more at: Oriane Marguet

Oriane Marguet

I am interested in dementia and especially its vascular aspect. I am starting a PhD in the Stroke Research Group under the supervision of Prof. Hugh Markus, with the aim of investigating cerebral small vessel disease and more specifically the role of systemic and central inflammation in the disease.


Read more at: Alexey Shatunov

Alexey Shatunov

Senior Research Associate