Katerina Akassoglou

Katerina Akassoglou is a scientist who studies how the brain and nervous system function, particularly focusing on the blood-brain barrier— a protective shield that controls what enters the brain from the bloodstream. Her research aims to understand how this barrier sometimes breaks down in diseases like multiple sclerosis and stroke, leading to inflammation and damage. By studying these processes, she hopes to develop better treatments to protect the brain, prevent disease progression, and promote healing. Her work combines neuroscience, immunology, and biochemistry to uncover the underlying mechanisms of neurological disorders.