Janet Adamson

Janet Adamson serves as a Doctor Researcher in the Division of Biomedical Sciences at the University of the Highlands and Islands, where she oversees research laboratory operations and leads the Technical Team. Her position combines research leadership with technical management responsibilities within the academic institution.

Dr. Adamson earned her Ph.D. in human T-lymphocyte immunology from the University of Liverpool, followed by a decade of postdoctoral research spanning neonatal immunology and investigations into human B-lymphocyte leukaemias and prostate cancer.

Her research interests demonstrate significant breadth across biomedical disciplines:

• Prostate cancer molecular pathways and malignant progression mechanisms
• Endothelial dysfunction and vascular responses to dietary interventions
• Nanoparticle toxicology, particularly in lung epithelial models
• Nutritional approaches to managing metabolic conditions including diabetes
• Molecular mechanisms in hematological malignancies

Analysis of her publication history reveals a strong translational research focus connecting molecular mechanisms to clinical outcomes. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in prostate cancer biology and cardiovascular/nutritional research, with substantial contributions to understanding dietary impacts on endothelial function and molecular pathways in cancer progression. Many studies employ rigorous clinical trial methodologies to investigate physiological responses to interventions.

Dr. Adamson has secured significant research funding as co-Principal Investigator on the project 'Nanoparticle toxicology in lung epithelial cells' (2011-2015) with Dr. Megson, demonstrating her capacity to lead substantial research initiatives.

As laboratory manager, she oversees research facilities and technical operations while maintaining active research involvement. Her mentorship includes co-supervision of at least one PhD student to completion, contributing to academic training within her institution.