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Understanding how the brain is involved in Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy
Dr Hermien Kan will use brain scans, assessments of brain function and behavioural data to understand more about how Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy impacts how the brain works.
Improving accessibility of bone density scanning for wheelchair users living with muscle wasting conditions
Dr Jarod Wong will lead a study involving people living with muscle wasting conditions and healthcare workers to improve the accessibility and performance of bone density scanning to make monitoring weak bones more straightforward.
Genome editing for Becker muscular dystrophy
In this PhD studentship, Professor Popplewell and her student plan to develop a new therapy to correct genes in people with Becker muscular dystrophy. This could have the potential to delay the progression of the condition and prevent the early onset of heart complications.
Exploring the body’s response to dietary protein in adults with Becker muscular dystrophy
Dr Nathan Hodson and his PhD student will look at the metabolism of people with Becker muscular dystrophy and examine whether eating more protein will benefit their physical strength and quality of life.