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Dr. Stephen Makin is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Glasgow's School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health. His work focuses on neurovascular disorders, particularly stroke and vascular cognitive impairment. He collaborates on projects involving neuroimaging analysis, cognitive assessment tools, and clinical outcomes after stroke. Key areas include lesion-symptom mapping, small vessel disease pathophysiology, and the impact of early-life IQ on post-stroke cognition. He contributes to international consortia like Meta VCI Map and STROKOG, advancing understanding of stroke-related cognitive decline.
His research integrates clinical data with advanced imaging techniques, exploring cerebral blood flow dynamics and biomarkers of cerebrovascular dysfunction. He has published extensively on topics such as cerebral microbleeds, dietary salt's role in small vessel disease, and post-stroke cognitive recovery. Collaborations with experts like Prof. Joanna Wardlaw and Prof. Terence Quinn highlight his interdisciplinary approach.
Dr. Makin's work emphasizes translating neuroimaging findings into clinical practice, including improving cognitive assessment tools (e.g., Montreal Cognitive Assessment validation) and optimizing blood pressure management strategies for older adults. His research addresses both basic science mechanisms and practical clinical applications in stroke prevention and post-stroke care.
