The Roskamp Institute
Laila Abdullah is a Research Biologist at JAMES A. HALEY VA HOSPITAL since February 2017 and holds the position of Scientist III at the Roskamp Institute since July 2016, previously serving as a Senior Research Associate at the same institution. Laila pursued advanced education at The Open University, earning a PhD in Neuroscience from 2009 to 2012, and obtained an MSc in Epidemiology from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, U. of London, from 2006 to 2008.
The Roskamp Institute
The Roskamp Institute is devoted to understanding causes of and finding cures for neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders and addictions. Based in Sarasota, Florida, the Institute utilizes a broad range of scientific approaches to understanding the causes of and potential therapies for these disorders with an emphasis on Alzheimer's disease. Headed by Dr. Michael Mullan and Dr. Fiona Crawford, the institute employs experienced and interdisciplinary scientists and technicians and houses state-of-the-art research labs and equipment to conduct scientific research. The quality of research performed at the institute reflects its motto: "Better science. Real discovery."