William Whiteley:

William Whiteley is a Professor of Neurology and Epidemiology at the Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences, University of Edinburgh and a consultant neurologist in NHS Lothian, working with patients with TIA, stroke and dementia. He is an associate director of Health Data Research UK (HDRUK) with a responsibility for brain health and leads the BHF Data Science Centre Stroke Data Science Catalyst. He is the clinical lead for the Chief Scientist's Office Scottish Stroke Research Network. His work seeks to elucidate the mechanisms for prevention of disability due to stroke and dementia through the design, delivery and analysis of epidemiological studies and clinical trials.