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Nick Fox is a Professor of Neurology at the UCL Institute of Neurology, serving as Joint Head of the Department of Degenerative Disease and Director of the Dementia Research Centre. He holds concurrent roles as Group Leader at the UK Dementia Research Institute (2018-2019 as Associate Director) and Honorary Consultant Neurologist at The National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery. His academic leadership includes roles since 2005, with recognition as an NIHR Senior Investigator (Emeritus).
His research focuses on Alzheimer's disease biomarkers, familial forms of dementia, and neuroimaging techniques. Notable contributions include developing MRI-based methods for tracking cerebral atrophy and pioneering blood-based biomarker studies for early disease detection. His work has been applied in over 30 international clinical trials.
Key publications highlight advancements in plasma amyloid-β and phospho-tau181 biomarkers, midlife blood pressure's role in late-life brain health, and the first amyloid immunotherapy trial analysis. His 2017 Lancet report on dementia prevention strategies remains highly cited.
- Awards: 2018 Alexander Morison Medal, 2017 Weston Brain Institute Award, 2010 Academy of Medical Sciences Fellowship
- Labs/Teams: Dementia Research Centre (UCL), UK Dementia Research Institute
- Grants: NIHR Senior Investigator funding, leadership in major clinical trials
His work bridges clinical practice, translational research, and global dementia policy, emphasizing early detection and intervention strategies.
