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Clinical Neurosciences

Welcome to the Department of Clinical Neurosciences. 

Our mission is to improve the lives of people with neurological illness and injury through discovery, innovative treatments and training the next generation.

We are embedded within Cambridge University Hospitals, allowing our research questions to stem from problems we have encountered in the clinic, and to directly address the needs of patients and families. We work in partnership with the Departments of Psychiatry, Genetics and Paediatrics, to improve Brain and Mind Health, through life, together.

We investigate the mechanisms of brain disease and injury, to devise new diagnostics and treatments, as well as using large data to improve the way we deliver current treatments. Our work has already led to new treatments in use world-wide.

Professor Alasdair Coles
Head of Department

 


 



Latest news

First Parkinson’s patient treated in landmark phase 2 trial of Dapansutrile

26 March 2026

The first participant on the Cure Parkinson’s and Van Andel Institute co-funded trial of dapansutrile, an anti-inflammatory drug, has now received either the treatment or placebo, marking the beginning of the trial. Dapansutrile for Parkinson’s (DAPA-PD) is a clinical trial being led by Dr Caroline Williams-Gray at the...

Study highlights stroke risk linked to recreational drugs, including among young users

10 March 2026

The recreational drugs cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines significantly increase the risk of stroke – including among younger users – Cambridge researchers have concluded after analysing data from more than 100 million people. Stroke is a major global health challenge – the third leading cause of death and disability...

Alzheimer’s Research UK honours Dr Maura Malpetti with 2026 early‑career award

5 March 2026

Each year, the David Hague Early-Career Investigator of the Year award celebrates a rising star whose work is pushing the boundaries of dementia research. An external panel of distinguished researchers selects the winner, looking for scientific rigour, originality, and a clear, positive impact in the dementia research...

Research Impact Report 2025


Download our PDF report showcasing our latest research findings, major discoveries and trials in 2025:
Clinical Neuroscience Research Impacts Report 2025 
(offsite link)