Dr. Nik Hirani

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nik Hirani qualified from Nottingham University with Wellcome GSK clinician scientist training fellowships. He is currently a senior lecturer and principal investigator at the MRC Centre for Inflammation Research in Edinburgh, and an honorary consultant at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. As Clinical Director of Respiratory Medicine in Lothian, he leads the Edinburgh Lung Fibrosis service. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms that regulate inflammation in the lungs, particularly in the context of interstitial lung diseases (ILD), such as Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). His work aims to characterize these diseases by establishing detailed molecular signatures and utilizing precision medicine approaches to discover new drug targets and predict treatment responses. He has been involved in various projects, including clinical trials and studies using molecular pathways and imaging. Hirani has also contributed to the field through leadership roles in national guidelines and advisory boards related to lung diseases.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

MRC Centre for Inflammation Research • Edinburgh

Conducts research and oversees the lab's projects related to lung fibrosis and inflammation.

Clinical Director

— Present

Respiratory Medicine Lothian • Edinburgh

Leads the Edinburgh Lung Fibrosis service, focusing on clinical practices and research in ILD.

Requirements for University of Edinburgh

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.25
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in business, management, or related subject
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