Staff Profile
Dr Albert D Piersson
Senior Lecturer, Head of Programme (Diagnostic Radiography & Medical Imaging)
I am a Senior Lecturer and Course Lead in Diagnostic Radiography, bringing a wealth of experience in clinical practice, academic leadership, and research. I hold a PhD (Diagnostic Imaging) from The National University of Malaysia, MSc (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) from the Anglia Ruskin University, UK, and Diploma (Radiologic Technology) from the University of Ghana. I have investigated the structural and functional brain alterations in Alzheimer's disease using multimodal magnetic resonance imaging for his PhD. I am also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AdvanceHE), reflecting my commitment to ongoing professional development, excellence in teaching, and the support of student learning, as well as my dedication to advancing and promoting high-quality education. With a professional background spanning diagnostic radiography, sonography, computed tomography, echocardiography, magnetic resonance imaging, 12-lead electrocardiography, and advanced neuroimaging, I have contributed to the development of diagnostic imaging education and practice Ghana, Malaysia, and the UK.
In my academic role, I lead curriculum design and programme development, support student learning through mentorship and supervision, and foster innovation in teaching and assessment.
- School – School of Science, Technology and Health
- Email – a.piersson@yorksj.ac.uk
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Research
I am actively engaged in research focused on multimodal neuroimaging, maternal and child health with a focus on neurodevelopmental trajectories, and the integration of artificial intelligence in medical imaging and healthcare systems. My work also includes international collaborative, cross-disciplinary projects addressing global health challenges, with a strong emphasis on ethics, equity, and sustainable practice. I serve as an Editorial Board Member for BMC Medical Imaging and a reviewer for several peer-reviewed journals in radiology and medical imaging.
