Joanna Wardlaw
Joanna Wardlaw (pronounced: jo-AN-na ward-LAW) is a prominent figure in the field of neuroimaging and stroke research. She is a Professor of Applied Neuroimaging and Honorary Consultant Neuroradiologist at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland.
Etymology
The name Joanna is of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is gracious". Wardlaw is a Scottish surname, derived from the Old English words "weard" (guard) and "hlaw" (hill), indicating a guardian of the hill.
Career
Joanna Wardlaw has made significant contributions to the understanding of small vessel disease, stroke, and ageing brain. She has led numerous research projects and published extensively in these areas. Her work has been instrumental in the development of new diagnostic and treatment strategies for stroke and small vessel disease.
Research
Wardlaw's research focuses on the use of neuroimaging to study the causes and effects of stroke and small vessel disease. She has been involved in the development of new imaging techniques and their application in clinical practice. Her work has also contributed to the understanding of the pathophysiology of these conditions.
Awards and Recognition
Wardlaw has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, including the Rowbotham Medal for outstanding contribution to stroke research and the Karolinska Stroke Award for excellence in stroke research.
Related Terms
- Neuroimaging
- Stroke
- Small Vessel Disease
- University of Edinburgh
- Rowbotham Medal
- Karolinska Stroke Award
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Joanna Wardlaw
- Wikipedia's article - Joanna Wardlaw
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