Natalie Courtney

Dr. Natalie Courtney serves as a Lecturer in Biomedical Science within the School of Medicine at the University of Glasgow. Her academic email is Natalie.Courtney@glasgow.ac.uk and she uses she/her/hers pronouns.

Dr. Courtney's research focuses primarily on spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), with particular emphasis on:

• Molecular mechanisms of SMA pathogenesis
• Neuromuscular junction biology
• Mouse models of neuromuscular disorders
• Metabolic aspects of neurodegenerative diseases
• Biomedical education methodologies

Her publication record demonstrates a dual research trajectory: foundational work in SMA pathophysiology (particularly SMN protein dynamics, neuromuscular junction integrity, and metabolic dysregulation) alongside innovative contributions to medical education. Recent educational research explores hybrid teaching models and study techniques, reflecting her commitment to pedagogical advancement in biomedical science training.

Dr. Courtney has published in high-impact journals including Cell Death and Disease, Human Molecular Genetics, and Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, with consistent collaboration in the neuromuscular research field.