Clinical Studies Officer
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Biography
I joined the network in November 2020 as an experienced Senior Research Nurse and Registered General Nurse (Adult). Before joining Neuroprogressive and Dementia Research, I worked in Diabetes Research for NHS Lothian and Hypertension and Cardiovascular Research with the University of Edinburgh. I have completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Trials with the University of Edinburgh and hold a BA in Adult Nursing.
Prior to my career in clinical research, I worked in Acute Medical Admissions & Acute Medical Directorate at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. I also hold a BA in Business and Marketing, and before my nursing career, I worked as a Researcher for a consultancy firm in the fields of health, education, and social care across Scotland.
NDN Project/Studies
Currently Recruiting
- Probiotic: Investigating the effects of B. Subtilis Bacteria on the microbiome in Parkinson’s Disease
(Backup Rater)
Ongoing/In Follow-Up
- Evoke and Evoke+ Studies: The effect and safety of Oral Semaglutide in subjects with early Alzheimer’s disease.
(Study Coordinator) - Exenatide: Exenatide as a potential disease modifying treatment for Parkinson’s disease.
(Back-up Study Coordinator) - CHIeF-PD: Cholinesterase Inhibitors to Prevent Falls in Parkinson’s Disease.
(Rater)
Clinical trials for Dementia
Alzheimer’s Disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment
Parkinson’s Disease
Contact
NDN Email: Kirsty.kennedy@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
NDN Tel: 0131 537 3804