Viva Date: June 6th 2023
Title of thesis: A Novel Role for Nutrient Receptors in Cartilage and Joint Disease; dissecting circadian and metabolic responses to IL-1B versus TNF in chondrocytes, and relevance for osteoarthritis
Beyond delighted that Lauren Fagan passed her viva today with panache. Laurens project was a tricky one as it crossed musculoskeletal biology, circadian rhythms and metabolism. She also had to deal with two supervisors, Oran Kennedy and Annie Curtis, which was no small feat. Both examiners Dr. Joan Gabhann and Prof. Eric Farrell were very impressed by Laurens ability to transverse these multiple areas.
Annie has had to take extended sick leave from February and was entirely absent in the final months of Laurens thesis writing, which again was tough for Lauren. Luckily, we still had Oran who directed Lauren skilfully through the write up and examination process.
Congrats Dr. Fagan, you overcame many challenges through this journey including COVID, you should be extremely proud of yourself. We will get this paper out to the community soon.
