Laura Copeland

Laura Copeland is a Doctor of Philosophy affiliated with the University of Strathclyde, specifically the Strathclyde Institute Of Pharmacy And Biomedical Sciences. She serves as a Research Co-investigator on the DTP 2224 project funded by the EPSRC, collaborating with Principal Investigator Gail McConnell and Co-investigator Brian Patton.

Her research focuses on advanced optical imaging techniques, including Fourier ptychographic microscopy for applications in live imaging of biological tissues and digital pathology. Her work emphasizes label-free, high-resolution imaging systems, leveraging deep learning methods for improved diagnostic accuracy and sustainability in biomedical research.

Laura has received recognition for her research, including the Curiosity Driven Research: Best Poster (2024) and the Poster Competition: 2nd Prize, Frontiers in Bioimaging (2025). Her collaborations span external institutions and interdisciplinary networks, reflecting a commitment to advancing imaging technologies in biomedical and plant sciences.