Will O'Brien

Will O'Brien is a Research Fellow in the Department of Neuroscience at Monash University. His work focuses on traumatic brain injury (TBI), biomarkers, and neurodegenerative mechanisms. He leads projects such as 'Uncovering Novel Biomarkers to Enhance the Clinical Care of Concussive and Non-Concussive Head Impacts' (2024–2024) and collaborates on studies like 'Biomarkers for the diagnosis of TBI among patients under the influence of alcohol/drugs.' His research integrates clinical and experimental models to advance diagnostic tools and therapies for brain injuries.

Key research interests include blood biomarkers for TBI, neurotrauma outcomes in sports, and translational approaches to neurodegenerative conditions. His recent articles explore biomarker dynamics in TBI, sport-related concussion recovery, and longitudinal effects of collision sports participation. O'Brien's work bridges clinical practice and basic science, aiming to improve patient outcomes through precision medicine approaches.