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David Darby is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Monash University. He holds external positions including Visiting Neurologist roles at Royal Melbourne Hospital and Alfred Hospital, and is an Associate Professor at the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health. His academic career includes leadership roles such as Head of the eCognition Laboratory at the University of Melbourne and CEO of CogState Ltd.
Educational Background:
- PhD, University of Melbourne (1990)
Research Focus: His work centers on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s and frontotemporal dementia, cognitive assessment methodologies, and biomarker development. Current projects include longitudinal cognitive monitoring in multiple sclerosis and clinical trials for Alzheimer’s therapies (e.g., TargetTau-1, Donanemab).
Recent Projects:
- Principal Investigator for global Alzheimer’s drug trials (2022-2026)
- Active monitoring of cognitive trajectories in MS patients (2025-2027)
Awards:
- Ig Nobel Award in Medicine (2011)
- MSNBC’s Weird Science Award (2012)
Clinical & Academic Roles: He serves as Honorary Neurologist at multiple hospitals and holds adjunct roles across institutions. His work bridges clinical neurology, translational research, and industry collaboration through ventures like CogState Ltd.
