Inter-disciplinary
Research Group

Focused on understanding, diagnosing and treating aortic diseases through novel approaches
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INTRODUCING OUR GROUP

About LABB
Group

Liverpool Aortic Biomechanics and Biochemistry Research Group (LABB) is an inter-disciplinary research group spanning expertise in materials science, biochemistry, vascular surgery and applied mathematics. Our interests span a range of areas within cardiovascular medicine and science but are largely focused on aortic dissection and ascending aortic aneurysms.

Biomechanics


We focus on understanding bio-mechanical changes that occur with aortic pathology through micro- and nano- mechanical testing methods.


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Biochemistry


We  focus on studying the role of extracellular matrix proteins and amyloid deposits on the normal function of the aorta.


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Statistical Modelling


We apply machine learning approaches to develop prediction models for risk of aortic pathology such as aneurysms.


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Our Team



Reader (Associate Professor)

Dr Riaz Akhtar

His research group focusses on soft tissue micromechanics and structure-property relationships in aortic tissue. He is a Reader in Biomedical Engineering at University of Liverpool.


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Senior Lecturer

Dr Jill Madine

Her research group at the University of Liverpool has a wide interest in amyloid protein diseases and elucidating the factors that contribute to the pathogenicity associated with these diseases.


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Consultant Vascular Surgeon (Honorary Professor)

Prof. Mark Field

Cardiac Surgery training took place in Nottingham, Sheffield and Liverpool and finished in 2009. He was appointed a consultant at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital in 2009.



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Partnership

Our Funders

We offer our thanks to all our valued funders for their support and commitment.


The Leverhulme Trust was established by the Will of William Hesketh Lever, the founder of Lever Brothers.


Engineering is at the heart of our nation , transforming ideas and materials into global infrastructure, products and services.


We are the nation’s heart charity and the largest independent funder of cardiovascular research.

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The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust is the UK and Ireland charity uniting patients, families

Our Publications

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DR. Riaz Akhtar

Microcalcification and Thoracic Aortopathy: A Window Into Disease Severity


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DR. Riaz Akhtar

Time-dependent mechanical behaviour of the aortic chronic dissection flap


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DR. Jill Madine

Exploring the potential of rapid evaporative ionization mass spectrometry (Intelligent Knife)


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MR. Mark Field

Bicuspid valve aortopathy is associated with distinct patterns of matrix degradation


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Latest News


May 4, 2023by Riaz

University of Liverpool researchers partnered with the Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust and Everton in the Community to host an event at Goodison Park to inspire underrepresented students aged 14-16 to explore careers in biomedical research. My Aorta My Future aimed to promote diversity in biomedical sciences by encouraging students from low-income households and BAME communities in […]

February 28, 2023by Riaz

Dr. Riaz Akhtar, Reader in Biomedical Engineering, reflects on positive impact of Wellcome ISSF Research Support Fund grant in recognition of challenges presented by the pandemic. I am a Reader in Biomedical Engineering. My research focusses on cardiovascular biomechanics. I am fortunate to be able to work with leading experts through the Liverpool Centre of […]

September 27, 2022by Riaz

As we continue our ‘My First Paper’ Campaign, showcasing researchers and their research this week we talk to Martin Hossack from ISMIB, a trainee vascular surgeon undertaking a PhD investigating the biomechanics and biochemistry of abdominal aortic aneurysms. Martin is also a member of Liverpool Aortic Biomechanics and Biochemistry research group. Your name and your […]

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Our Address

University of
Liverpool Brownlow Hill,
Liverpool L69 3BX,
United Kingdom


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+44 (0)151 794 2000


E-mail

info@labb-group.com


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