King's College London

The evening was opened by Professor Mark Richardson, Head of School of Neuroscience at the IoPPN, who reflected on Professor Andreae’s academic journey, her significant contributions to neurodevelopmental research, and her unwavering commitment to mentoring the next generation of neuroscientists.

Professor Andreae is a prominent researcher at the IoPPN’s Centre for Developmental Neurobiology and leads the four-year MRC Institute for Translational Neurodevelopment PhD programme.

In her lecture, Professor Andreae shared the personal and professional milestones that shaped her career, from her early medical training at the University of Cambridge and University College London, to her PhD and postdoctoral research at the Centre for Developmental Neurobiology. She gave thanks to the many people who had supported and shaped her path along the way.

Currently, the research in Professor Andreae’s laboratory focuses on how synaptic connections and neuronal circuits are formed during development, and how these processes may be altered in neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, epilepsy and schizophrenia.

Beyond her research, she has been a member of many groups including the programme committee for the Society of Neuroscience, the Wellcome Trust Advisory Group for Early Career Researchers, the Scientific Advisory Committee of the Epilepsy Research Institute, and the ALBA Network, highlighting Professor Andreae’s significant contributions to scientific leadership, advocacy for diversity in neuroscience, and the support of early career researchers.

Professor Juan Burrone, a long-time close colleague and friend, closed the evening with a vote of thanks, praising Professor Andreae’s research, dedication and passion. The event concluded with a drinks reception, where colleagues and guests gathered to continue the celebrations.

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