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Dr Lorina Naci
Name:
Dr Lorina Naci
Job Title:
Associate Professor of Psychology
Place of work / study:
Trinity College Dublin
Area of Research:
Psychology, Neuroscience
How is your research funded:
National (e.g., Irish Research Council), and international funding (e.g., Wellcome Trust)
Tell us a little about yourself:
Some of my work investigates early biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease by combining neuroimaging, clinical, neuropsychological and physiological assessments. In the face of a global dementia pandemic, it is extremely important to understand the earliest cognitive/functional changes, and their underlying pathophysiologic mechanisms. This can lead to earlier diagnoses, potential targets for treatment, and better understanding of the disease itself. This work is carried out in collaboration with colleagues from Edinburgh, Cambridge and Oxford Universities (UK), within the PREVENT consortium.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself:
I speak four languages
Why did you choose to work in dementia research?
Have always been fascinated by it.
What single piece of advice would you give to an early career researcher?
Work on defining your independent contribution to your area. Develop your own voice.
What book are you reading right now? Would you recommend it?
The Promise – by Damon Galgut. Won the Booker Prize in 2021. Deals with issues of race, identity, justice and belonging in South Africa. Beautifully written.
Favourite ways to unplug and unwind?
Swimming
Can we find you on Twitter, Instagram or LinedIn?
Motor Neurone Disease Association