Dean Picone

Dr Dean Picone is a Senior Research Fellow at the Sydney School of Health Sciences, University of Sydney, and holds an NHMRC Emerging Leader Level 1 Fellowship (2023-2027). He is also an Adjunct Senior Researcher at the University of Tasmania and chairs the New Investigator Committee of the International Society of Hypertension. His research focuses on improving cardiovascular health through accurate blood pressure measurement methods. He is affiliated with institutions like the Charles Perkins Centre and collaborates with global organizations such as the International Society of Hypertension and Hypertension Australia.

Dr Picone’s research interests include cardiovascular disease prevention, hypertension diagnosis strategies, public health interventions, and large artery physiology. His work emphasizes innovation in blood pressure monitoring technologies and their clinical validation. Notable projects include evaluating home blood pressure devices and assessing cuff-based central blood pressure measurement accuracy.

His publications span over a decade, addressing topics like device validation, sex differences in blood pressure, and global health policy. He has secured grants such as the NHMRC Investigator Grant for 'Saving lives with better blood pressure measurement.' Awards include the Austin Doyle Award (2022) and multiple 'Ten of the Best' publication recognitions. Dr Picone advocates for strategic funding in cardiovascular research and collaborates internationally to advance clinical practice standards.

He leads projects on blood pressure measurement protocols and collaborates with pharmacists to improve device quality perceptions. His involvement in initiatives like HEARTS in the Americas highlights his commitment to global cardiovascular disease management strategies.