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Professor Paul Mullins is a faculty member at Bangor University's School of Psychology and Sports Science, holding the title of Professor of Neuroimaging and Senior Physicist at the Bangor Imaging Centre. His research focuses on Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) and Cerebral Physiology, particularly examining brain responses to hypoxia, concussion, and exercise. He actively collaborates with institutions in the USA, Ireland, Norway, and the UK, contributing to global neuroimaging standards through roles in international symposia and the Minimum Reporting Standards for MRS.
Education:
- PhD in Neuroscience (University of Queensland, 2002)
- Biochemistry Honours (James Cook University, 1995)
- BSc in Chemistry and Biochemistry (James Cook University, 1993)
Research Interests: Mullins' work spans three domains: (1) using neuroimaging to study neurologic processes in health/disease, (2) measuring neurotransmitter changes via MRS, and (3) investigating physiological challenges like hypoxia and concussion. His recent projects include validating handheld devices for mTBI diagnosis in rugby and exploring orosensory exercise training for chronic fatigue.
Publications reveal a focus on neurotransmitter dynamics, hypoxia effects, and clinical MRS applications. Key trends include neurovascular uncoupling in hypoxia, GABA/glutamate imbalance in psychiatric disorders, and metabolite measurement innovations.
Supervision: He has directly supervised 10 PhD students to completion and currently co-supervises 4 others. His lab also mentors numerous Master's students in neuroimaging projects.
Grants: Mullins has secured funding for projects like HeadSense (mTBI device validation) and Orosensory Exercise Trials through Bangor University's Innovation and Impact Awards.
