Prof John O'Brien
Neuroimmunology Theme Lead
John is a Professor in the University of Cambridge Department of Clinical Neurosciences. His research interests include the role of neuroimaging biomarkers in the differential and early diagnosis of dementia – including identifying those at risk of future cognitive decline – and developing markers of onset and progression of disease.
John leads the Neuroimmunology theme within DPUK's Experimental Medicine Incubator. He also co-leads Work Package 27b: Prodromal dementia immunoprofiles; and Work Package 27c: Dynamic PET-MR and brain inflammation.