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Rachael Cubberley serves as Head of School for the School of Allied Health and Social Care within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge, where she leads the Medical Technology Research Centre. A trained physiotherapist with dual expertise in clinical practice and molecular research, she bridges healthcare delivery and scientific innovation.
Her educational credentials include:
- BSc (Hons) Applied Biology from the University of East London
- MSc Physiotherapy from the University of Essex
- PhD in Biological Sciences from the University of Warwick
- Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Performance from the University of Bedfordshire
Rachael's research pioneers non-pharmacological interventions for dementia care through targeted exercise programs while developing mental wellness frameworks for vulnerable populations. Her supervision focuses on musculoskeletal injury management, leveraging her clinical background in physiotherapy and early genomic research on diabetes, obesity, and Alzheimer's disease.
Her professional recognition includes:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Rachael provides active research supervision and holds significant governance roles as Governor for Cambridge University Hospital and member of the Cambridge and Peterborough ICS Allied Health Professions Council. Her professional memberships span the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, Health and Care Professions Council registration, and the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sports and Exercise Medicine.
Through the Medical Technology Research Centre, she directs interdisciplinary teams advancing medical technology applications in social care contexts, particularly for neurodiverse and elderly populations.
