A global leader in neurobiology and women’s health, with over two decades of pioneering research into the gut microbiome and gut–brain axis. Her work has transformed understanding of stress-related disorders, with a strong focus on sex differences. She has raised over €1.5 million in the past year to advance women’s health research at University College Cork and leads major initiatives in endometriosis and menopause. She also co-founded FemmeBiome™, which is designing and developing innovative supplements to support gut, hormone, and brain health in women, translating cutting-edge science into real-world impact.
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