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Meet Dr Calum Gabbutt, Assistant Professor in Data Science in Haematology

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

20 May 2026

In this Q&A, Dr Calum Gabbutt discusses his journey from physics to cancer research, and how mathematical modelling and machine learning can be combined to better understand cancer evolution. He shares insights into his research as well as his ambitions to improve early prediction of treatment outcomes in blood cancers.

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Staff profile: Get to know Dr Richard Burt, Clinical Associate Professor in Haemato-oncology

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

11 February 2026

Dr Richard Burt is a Clinical Associate Professor in Haemato-oncology whose work spans both the clinic and the lab. Specialising in acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, he focuses on understanding treatment resistance and improving patient outcomes. In this profile, he describes his career, research, and balancing the priorities of a clinician and a researcher.

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In profile: Celeste Miles, Education Manager

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

2 May 2024

As part of our Staff Profile series we spoke to Celeste Miles, our newly appointed Education Manager for the Departments of Immunology and Inflammation and Infectious Disease. Here she talks about her career journey and what she is most excited about in the role.

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In profile: Kassandra Vezyrgianni, Research Technician

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

27 November 2023

As part of our Staff Profile series, we spoke to Kassandra Vezyrgianni, Research Technician in the Denton Lab. Here she talks about her career so far, and what winning a Department Recognition Award for Environmental Sustainability means to her. (more…)

In profile: Raneem Kalsoum, Research and Data Coordinator

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

13 September 2023

As part of our Staff Profile series, we spoke to Raneem Kalsoum who has recently completed Imperial’s Impact Development Programme. Here, she tells us more about her career and experiences of the programme.

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In profile: Dr Leticia Monin Aldama, Advanced Research Fellow

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

8 September 2023

As part of our Staff Profile series, we spoke to Dr Leticia Monin Aldama who has recently joined the department. Here, she tells us more about her research background and interests.

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In profile: Dr Özgen Deniz, Imperial College Research Fellow

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

9 May 2022

Dr Özgen Deniz

In the latest edition of our Staff Profile series, we spoke to Dr Özgen Deniz about her research into acute myeloid leukaemia, her aspirations for the next five years and her favourite pastimes.

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In profile: Debbie Oram, Section Manager

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

1 April 2020

Debbie Oram

In the latest edition of our Staff Profile series, we spoke to Section Manager Debbie Oram about her new role as Faculty Data Advisor, tips for working remotely and what motivates her to champion equality, diversity and inclusivity (EDI). (more…)

In profile: Dr Kerry Rostron, Laboratory Manager and Section Safety Coordinator

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

28 October 2019

Dr Kerry Rostron

In the latest edition of our Immunology & Inflammation Staff Profile series, we spoke to Dr Kerry Rostron, one of I&I’s newest members, about her role and first impressions of the Department.

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In profile: Cathy Tupman, Department Manager

Department of Immunology and Inflammation Communications

25 September 2019

Cathy Tupman

In the first edition of our Immunology & Inflammation Staff Profile series, we spoke to Cathy Tupman about stepping into her new role as Department Manager.

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