Dr Jill Madine appointed Chair of Research Advisory Group
Dr Jill Madine, from the Department of Biochemistry, Cell and Systems Biology, has been appointed as the Chair of The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust’s Research Advisory Group (RAG).
The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust is a UK and Ireland-based charity that unites patients, families and the medical community in a shared goal of improving diagnosis, increasing survival and reducing disability due to aortic dissection.
With a background in biochemistry and a passion for aortic disease research, Jill’s leadership marks an exciting chapter for the charity’s research initiatives. The RAG, composed of experts from various disciplines, brings together diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and skills—essential for tackling the complex challenges presented by aortic disease. The group reviews research proposals rigorously, ensuring that funding is allocated to projects with the highest potential for impact.
Jill is a founding member of the Liverpool Aortic Biomechanics and Biochemistry Research Group (LABB), where she has dedicated over a decade to studying the complexities of aortic disease. Her research ranges from advancing the molecular understanding of aortic diseases to exploring innovative diagnostic and treatment methods.
Her work focuses on how early interventions and precise diagnostics can improve survival and quality of life. Jill’s understanding of the challenges in aortic research will be invaluable to the RAG as it continues to support studies that make meaningful strides in patient care.
As Chair of the RAG, Jill is also committed to encouraging diverse research proposals and nurturing ideas that could lead to breakthrough treatments. She plans to provide early-stage researchers with support, creating a collaborative environment where promising ideas can flourish. By helping researchers develop robust, impactful proposals, Jill will play a central role in the charity’s mission to advance knowledge and treatment options for aortic dissection and related diseases.