Dr. Lisa C. Krishnamurthy is a dedicated translational magnetic resonance (MR) physicist and bioengineer with a focus on bridging the gap between brain anatomy, metabolism, and clinical interventions in stroke rehabilitation. She has pioneered innovative research in MR imaging that enhances our understanding of how the brain can regain skills and cognition post-stroke. She holds the appointments of assistant professor in the Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences of the Emory University School of Medicine and principal investigator at the Atlanta Veterans Administration Medical Center.
As the co-director of the B.I.G. Lab, Dr. Krishnamurthy leads research aimed at developing imaging biomarkers for stroke recovery and leveraging advanced MR techniques such as TIGR MRI to identify viable tissue within stroke lesions. This groundbreaking work challenges traditional views on lesion viability, emphasizing the potential of damaged but metabolically active areas to support rehabilitation. Through collaboration with diverse specialists—including exercise physiologists, speech-language pathologists, and neurologists—Dr. Krishnamurthy is committed to creating diagnostic and prognostic imaging biomarkers that improve cognitive function and recovery after stroke.
Dr. Krishnamurthy's research has been supported by multiple federal grants including several VA Merit awards, and by an American Heart Association 2nd Century Early Faculty Award. She has contributed significantly to the fields of neuroimaging and stroke rehabilitation science. Recent projects investigate the impact of exercise on neurotransmitter systems in aging and chronic stroke models, aiming to optimize rehabilitation strategies that account for demographic variations in treatment response.
An advocate for interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Lisa Krishnamurthy seeks to inspire a new generation of scientists to integrate MR physics, bioengineering, and clinical practice. By translating complex MR physics principles into practical applications, Dr. Lisa Krishnamurthy is at the forefront of advancing stroke rehabilitation and improving clinical outcomes for patients.
Dr. Krishnamurthy earned her PhD in biomedical engineering from the joint program at the University of Texas, Arlington and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship in translational MR physics at Georgia State University and the Atlanta VA.
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