Isabel Farr

Isabel is a postdoctoral researcher in the McMackin Lab. Her project aims to investigate early biomarkers of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), using mixed methods including electroencephalography (EEG) and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). This project is funded by the ALS association and ALS Finding a Cure.

Isabel conducted her PhD research in the School of Psychology at the University of Nottingham, where she used non-invasive brain stimulation techniques to modulate activity in the sensorimotor cortex and explore the pathophysiology of Tourette Syndrome. Prior to her PhD, Isabel was awarded an MSci in Natural sciences specialising in Neuroscience, from the University of York. She has held research assistant positions hosted at the University of Nottingham and the University of York and most recently worked on a multi-site combined TMS/EEG project, investigating the motor system during healthy ageing. 

Isabel is enthusiastic about public engagement and involvement in science and has contributed to a number of events aimed at families, school students and patients.