Combining a passion for research and education with her clinical background, Karen uses research-led teaching to inspire students. With a background in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students from Masters level through to professional doctorates and supervising PhD students, Karen is keen to engage at all levels of higher education. Karen’s primary research interest is in bone health, osteoporosis and associated conditions, along with developing and testing computer-aided detection (CAD) software in vertebral fracture patients. Karen is actively involved in the National Osteoporosis Society and the Society and College of Radiographers.