Anna Mallach is a Volunteer Writer at BioNews, having originally joined the publication under the auspices of its writing scheme. She is currently studying for a PhD in Neuroinflammation at University College London. Her research focuses on understanding the cellular interactions between neurons and glial cells, and how they break down in disorders such as Alzheimer's disease. Previously, she studied Neuroscience at both King's College London and Imperial College London. She has an interest in science communication.
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