Prof Katie McMahon

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Deputy Director, Herston Imaging Research Facility

PhD (University of Queensland)

Professor Katie McMahon is a highly esteemed academic, currently holding the positions of Deputy Director of the Herston Imaging Research Facility and Academic Lead for Research at the School of Clinical Sciences, Queensland University of Technology (QUT). With an illustrious career spanning over 27 years in biomedical imaging and analysis, she is a leading authority in her field.

Prof. McMahon's groundbreaking research delves into the intricate neurobiology of language, learning, and memory, exploring the profound genetic and environmental influences on brain structure and function. Her pioneering work is pivotal in unraveling the complexities of cognitive system failures associated with conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, and brain tumors. Additionally, she investigates critical behavioral and neurological markers in children with language development challenges, including autism and specific language impairments. Her collaborative efforts extend to examining musculoskeletal function and identifying MRI markers in whiplash injuries.

Beyond her research, Prof. McMahon is a dedicated educator, contributing significantly to undergraduate courses in radiation therapy and medical imaging. She has also developed innovative online professional development courses in MR-guided radiation therapy. Her commitment to nurturing the next generation of scientists is evident through her mentorship of numerous higher research degree students.

For those interested in exploring collaborative projects or seeking her expertise, Prof. McMahon welcomes inquiries and discussions.

Additional information

Prof McMahon works closely with Queensland Health in many of her research projects, with generous support from philanthropic organisations, such as Cancer Care Queensland, Perpetual and Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Foundation. She contributes to the  National Imaging Facility human imaging theme, and scientific advisory committee.

Title
Predicting and Promoting Aphasia Recovery
Primary fund type
CAT 1 - Australian Competitive Grant
Project ID
1104194
Start year
2016
Keywords
Aphasia; Stroke Rehabilitation; Speech Pathology; Brain Imaging; Language Impairment
Title
A Prospective Study of Language Impairment and Recovery Following Surgery for Brain Tumours
Primary fund type
CAT 1 - Australian Competitive Grant
Project ID
1079157
Start year
2015
Keywords
brain tumours; aphasia; cancer follow-up; cancer sequelae; brain imaging
Title
Enhancing Language Learning in Ageing with Exercise
Primary fund type
CAT 1 - Australian Competitive Grant
Project ID
DP160104162
Start year
2016
Keywords
Title
Concepts and Control in Speech Production
Primary fund type
CAT 1 - Australian Competitive Grant
Project ID
DP150103997
Start year
2015
Keywords
Speech Production; Cognitive Neuroscience; Aphasia
Title
Neural Mechanisms of Language Facilitation in Aphasia due to Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation
Primary fund type
CAT 1 - Australian Competitive Grant
Project ID
1085272
Start year
2015
Keywords
Stroke; Language Impairment; Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI); Language Disorders; Stroke Rehabilitation
Title
Neurodevelopment during Adolescence: A Longitudinal Imaging Study
Primary fund type
CAT 1 - Australian Competitive Grant
Project ID
1078756
Start year
2015
Keywords
Twins; Brain Imaging; Quantitative Genetics; Adolescent Health; Mental Health