Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic

We are leaders in the research, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular and renal disorders, and heart failure. The heart and kidneys are intrinsically linked as part of the cardiovascular system, leading to health challenges of both organs, and a diverse range of related disorders such as diabetes, blood diseases and endocrine disorders. Our ability to address these comorbidities from the basic biomedical foundations right through to therapies and prevention places the Kolling at the forefront of multidisciplinary care.

Our research teams boast strong clinical trials expertise and partnerships with industry, ensuring our research directly informs clinical care.

Our multidisciplinary, collaborative teams connect scientists, clinicians and allied health in the fight against disease, positively impacting patient care and community health.

Associate Professor Sonia Saad

Professor Sarah Glastras

Co-Chair, Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolic
Senior Staff Specialist
Pregnancy, Obesity and Diabetes Research Group
Endocrinologist, Royal North Shore Hospital
Professor, Faculty of Medicine and Health
The University of Sydney

Professor Carol Pollock

Professor Carol Pollock

Team Lead, Renal Research
Nephrologist
Clinical Professor, Faculty of Medicine and Health
The University of Sydney

Professor Martin Ugander

Professor Martin Ugander

Head, Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance
Professor of Cardiac Imaging
Faculty of Medicine and Health
The University of Sydney
Director, Sydney Clinical Imaging Network

Professor Gemma Figtree

Professor Gemma Figtree

Head, Cardiovascular Discovery Group
Faculty of Medicine and Health
Member of the Charles Perkins Centre
The University of Sydney

Associate Professor Xin-Ming Chen

Laboratory Manager, Renal Research
Postdoctoral Scientist

Dr Owen Tang 

Dr Owen Tang

Research Fellow
Cardiovascular Discovery Group

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