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ALT Quote from Prof Samra Turajlic that reads: “It brings me great pride to continue the pursuit of cross-disciplinary research.” and Prof Giles Yeo that reads: “I look forward to being part of the Academy’s mission to advance medical science for all.”
ALT Quote from Prof Stefano Pluchino that reads: “This election is a great honour and huge responsibility to foster inclusive science.” and Charlotte Allerton that reads: “I am honoured to join the Fellowship and together advance science into real world impact.”
ALT Dr Velia Siciliano, Panel speaker and Principal Investigator at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT), next to a quote that reads: "The UK has been a true pioneer in engineering biology. Its leadership continues to catalyze the emergence ofstrong synthetic biology nodes across Europe towards a more connected and impactful European bioeconomy."
ALT White text on navy blue background that reads: Why attend? Hear from Professor Susan Rosser, a leader in synthetic biology, Put your questions to the experts in an interactive panel discussion, Connect with those turning engineering biology into real‑world health solutions
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ALT Professor Paul Freemont next to a quote that reads: "This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the rapid advances in engineering biology applied to healthcare. With the rapid convergence of AI, automation and biomedical sciences, we are at a tipping point of opportunity and discovery that will provide new therapies and knowledge on disease mechanisms. "
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ALT Academy Professorship awardee Professor Philip Shaw next to a quote that reads: "Be bold, come up with your best idea, even if it's a seed - put it forward and build on it ambitiously."
ALT Springboard awardee Dr Rodrigo Vitorio next to a quote that reads: "The Springboard support will enable me to take a crucial next step in understanding how tDCS can be optimised and personalised for people with Parkinson's."
ALT Springboard awardee Dr Amy Lloyd next to a quote that reads: "The Springboard award will enable me to address critical, yet underexplored questions surrounding women’s health in neurodegenerative diseases."
ALT Springboard awardee Dr Jan Vollert next to a quote that reads: "This is a step change in my career trajectory, one that hopefully will lead to better pain prevention and treatment in the UK."