About Dr Katrin M Jaedicke
I am a salivary biomarkers scientist. I am currently investigating salivary biomarkers related to oral and general wellbeing, however, I have just started a new research stream looking into salivary biomarkers in cold-water swimmers. Part of my research is trying to bridge the gap between the lab and the clinic by actively investing in PCPI (Patient, Carer and Public Involvement) and reaching out to local communities.
Teaching and supervision
I have a broad biomedical background and teach subjects relating to biosciences, human sciences and applied statistics. I am the module lead for Molecular and Cellular Biology and for Research and Analytical Skills for Biosciences.
Interests
I am able to offer projects in salivary biomarkers research for many types of subjects/research areas. I am supervising an MSc Drug Discovery and Development student investigating the impact of cold-water swimming on menopausal inflammatory and stress-related salivary biomarkers.
Research
I originally specialised in psychoneuroimmunology, studying the links between brain, behaviour and the immune system. I then moved on to investigate the immunological relationship between periodontitis and diabetes, becoming finally more and more involved with salivary biomarkers research on its own, in a variety of subjects.
Areas of expertise
- Salivary biomarker research design and analysis
- ELISAs (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays)
Further information
View my ORCID profile(opens in new tab).