Georgiana embarked on her academic journey at the University of Worcester, where she was awarded a BSc (Hons) in Human Biology in 2013. Her passion for cardiovascular science led her to the University of Birmingham, where she completed an MRes with distinction in 2017 and was awarded for overall best academic achievement.
From 2018 to 2021, Georgiana pursued her PhD in Inflammation and Ageing at the University of Birmingham. Her doctoral research, supervised by Dr Amy Naylor, Prof. Roy Bicknell, and Dr Simon Jones, focused on the intricate interactions of CLEC14A-MMRN2-CD248 in bone. During this time, she honed her skills in advanced imaging, particularly in bone preparation techniques for high-resolution imaging.
Following her PhD, Georgiana joined Prof. Stefan Uderhardt and his Integrative Tissue Biology Group at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen, Germany, as a Postdoctoral Researcher. In this role, she applied cutting-edge bone imaging methods to explore osteocyte and vascular syncytium network dynamics in both healthy and pathological conditions.
Throughout her career, Georgiana has contributed to numerous publications. She has presented her work at international conferences and received several awards, including a Grant from the British Microcirculation and Vascular Biology Society to organise and chair an Early Career Symposium at the World Microcirculation Society Congress in Beijing, China in 2023.
Georgiana's research interests lie at the intersection of vascular inflammation, ageing, and bone development. She is particularly skilled in advanced bioimaging techniques, computational 3D reconstruction, and multidimensional tissue profiling. Georgiana has demonstrated a commitment to continuous professional development throughout her career. She was awarded bursaries to attend the prestigious CRUK Cambridge Bioinformatics Summer School in 2019 and the Francis Crick Institute Multi-Dimensional Imaging and Analysis Course 2024, further developing her expertise in data analysis and advanced microscopy techniques. These experiences have significantly enhanced her skills in bioinformatics and cutting-edge imaging methodologies, complementing her extensive knowledge in bone biology and vascular inflammation research.
Georgiana is passionate about integrating patient perspectives into her research. Throughout her career, she has actively engaged with patient partners, ensuring that her work addresses real-world concerns and contributes meaningfully to improving patient outcomes. This patient-centric approach underpins her research philosophy, driving her to pursue scientifically rigorous studies that have direct relevance to those affected by bone and joint disorders.