Dr Josh Bourne is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Monash Neuroinflammation group, investigating novel mechanisms and therapeutic targets to alleviate inflammation in the brain after ischaemic stroke. Dr Bourne completed his PhD in 2022 within the Platelet Group at the University of Birmingham (UK) working with Associate Professor Julie Rayes and Professor Steve Watson. Here, he characterised platelet receptor CLEC-2 in thrombosis and the inflammatory response, and successully published 6 first-author papers. During this time, he found passion in intravital microscopy, so relocated to Melbourne to train with world-leading intravitalist, Associate Professor Connie Wong. Dr Bourne now investigates the complex interplay between thrombosis, associated coagulation factors, and neuroinflammation. Since beginning his Postdoctoral position, he has acquired >$350,000 in competitive funding, and won awards at a national and international level. Dr Bourne received an FMNHS Postdoctoral Fellowship in 2024.