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Professor Gary Egan is a leading neuroscientist at Monash University's Monash Biomedical Imaging department. He specializes in neurodegenerative diseases such as Huntington's and Friedreich's ataxia, using advanced imaging techniques like MRI and X-ray synchrotron imaging to map disease progression. His research focuses on early detection of brain changes to enable preventive treatments, leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as deep learning for medical image analysis.
Research Interests:
- Biomedical imaging and neuroimaging techniques
- Neurodegenerative disease mechanisms
- Early biomarker identification for neurodegenerative conditions
- Medical imaging technology development (MRI, PET-MR, synchrotron imaging)
Projects:
- Leading studies on Huntington's disease using MRI to track brain changes
- Mouse model studies at the Australian Synchrotron to investigate cellular-level disease progression
- Cross-disciplinary collaborations in AI-driven medical image reconstruction (e.g., CL-MRI, Co-Manifold learning)
Grants & Collaborations:
- Chief investigator on NHMRC-funded projects studying brain structure/function impacts
- Collaborations in AI-based image analysis frameworks
- International partnerships in neuroimaging and metabolic connectivity research
Labs/Teams:
Leads the Monash Biomedical Imaging team, collaborating with institutions like the Victorian Heart Institute (VHI) and Australian Synchrotron. Active in global initiatives like ENIGMA-Ataxia for coordinated neuroimaging research.
