Catriona Douglas

Miss Catriona Douglas is a Visiting Professor at the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Strathclyde, within the Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on head and neck oncology, patient-reported outcomes, and biomedical imaging applications in clinical settings.

• Institution: University of Strathclyde
• School: Faculty of Science
• Department: Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
• Academic Rank: Visiting Professor

Her research interests lie at the intersection of clinical otolaryngology and translational medicine. She investigates head and neck cancer recurrence detection using patient-reported symptoms, epidemiological trends in laryngeal cancer, and patient experience in surgical referrals. She also explores biomedical imaging techniques such as Fourier ptychographic microscopy and optical mesoscopy for studying biofilm infections in tonsils, contributing to early diagnostic innovations.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in cancer surveillance, clinical informatics, and patient-centered care, with a focus on improving detection, outcomes, and service delivery in otolaryngology. Her work integrates epidemiology, clinical data, and advanced imaging to address real-world healthcare challenges.

Scientific Contributions:

• Published in high-impact journals including Frontiers in Oncology, European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, and Clinical Otolaryngology.
• Active contributor to research on biomarkers of tonsillar disease and biofilm imaging.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across medicine, engineering, and data science.

Dr. Douglas engages in professional activities such as conference presentations and collaborative biomedical research. While no formal advising or grant leadership is mentioned, her involvement in active research projects indicates ongoing scholarly engagement. She contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being) through her work in cancer care and patient experience improvement.