Isabelle Piec

Isabelle Piec is a Lecturer in Biomedical Science at the School of Biological Sciences, University of East Anglia (UEA). She is actively involved in research related to metabolic health and musculoskeletal medicine, with a focus on bone and mineral metabolism, vitamin D, and the renal-bone axis. Her work bridges clinical biochemistry and translational research, particularly in aging and pediatric populations.

• Institution: University of East Anglia
• School: School of Biological Sciences
• Research Affiliations: Metabolic Health, Musculoskeletal Medicine

Her research interests center on the biochemical regulation of bone health, including the roles of vitamin D, FGF23, and PTH in mineral homeostasis. She investigates diagnostic accuracy of assays, particularly using LC-MS/MS versus immunoassays, and studies the impact of nutritional interventions in older adults with early renal impairment. Her work also includes genetic aspects of vitamin D metabolism and therapeutic monitoring in rare bone diseases.

Recent publications reveal a strong trend in clinical and translational research, focusing on vitamin D metabolism, assay validation, renal-bone interactions, and genetic causes of mineral disorders. Her studies often involve collaborations with clinical and military populations, and she contributes to both original research and commentary in high-impact journals such as Journal of Bone and Mineral Research and Clinical Chemistry.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science (FIBMS)
• Chartered Manager, Member of the Chartered Management Institute (CMgr MCMI)

She has secured funding from major bodies including the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, the Ministry of Defence, and the Academy of Medical Sciences. Her projects include investigations into vitamin D and probiotic supplementation, PTH in stress fractures, and assay interference by therapeutic agents. While no direct mention of student supervision is made, her collaborative projects suggest active mentorship and research leadership. She is a member of the Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute and regularly presents at national and international conferences, contributing to professional discourse in laboratory medicine and metabolic health.