Brain and Neuroscience Advances Welcomes New Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Claire Durrant

13th May 2025

The British Neuroscience Association (BNA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Claire Durrant as Co-Editor-in-Chief of Brain and Neuroscience Advances, the BNA’s open-access journal dedicated to cutting-edge research in the field of neuroscience.

Dr. Durrant, a tenured group leader at the Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences and an Emerging Leader at the UK Dementia Research Institute at the University of Edinburgh, is known internationally for her work in understanding the causes and consequences of synapse loss in neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's. Her interdisciplinary research team collaborates with clinical, pharmaceutical, and academic partners globally to push the boundaries of neuroscience research. Outside of the lab, Claire is passionate about communicating her work to the public and wider research community. She regularly participates in public engagement through TV, radio, written press and podcast interviews and has been invited to speak on numerous panels and podcasts relating to career progression in dementia research. Claire’s combined research excellence and commitment to the effective communication of research make her a great addition to the editorial board.

Image: Dr Claire Durrant taken by Chris Watt

Dr. Durrant has a bold vision for the future of the journal:

 “I am thrilled to join Brain and Neuroscience Advances as co-editor in chief. Alongside Dr Baker, I hope we can transform this journal into a hub for rapid publication of crucial research. Too often, high quality, yet small projects remain as stories untold. By prioritising rigorous, fair, and rapid peer review, we aim to disseminate robust data and insightful commentary from scientists of all career levels”

Dr Durrant will be joining current Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Kate Baker. Dr Baker expressed her enthusiasm for Claire’s appointment:

“I’m very excited that Dr Durrant is joining me as Editor-in-Chief of Brain and Neuroscience Advances. I am confident that the BNA’s journal will continue to flourish with our joint leadership and the support of the broader neuroscience community.”

BNA President, Professor Narender Ramnani, added:

“I am delighted to welcome Dr Durrant to the role of Editor in Chief of the British Neuroscience Association’s open access journal Brain and Neuroscience Advances. Claire’s expertise and enthusiasm are a welcome addition to the BNA family, and I look forward to working with her to expand the reach of our journal.”

Dr. Durrant will officially begin her tenure in May 2025.

We warmly welcome Dr. Claire Durrant as she takes on this important role, and we look forward to the exciting growth and development of Brain and Neuroscience Advances under her leadership.