Dr Richard Burman

Clinician-Scientist and Translational Medicine Researcher, Department of Neurosurgery

Research Interests

I am a clinician-scientist with a deep commitment to translational neuroscience. My work spans brain function at the synaptic, cellular, and network levels, applying these insights to advance neuromodulation strategies and improve seizure treatment. At the Neuroscience Institute, I am developing new initiatives in neuro-oncology and epilepsy surgery, generating globally relevant data while delivering solutions tailored to Africa’s unique healthcare challenges.

Research Areas

Clinical Neuroscience • Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience