About
Ana Maria Rossi is a Research Fellow in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Cambridge and an Official Fellow at Queens' College. She serves as Director of Studies for Part II Pharmacology and as a Tutor for specific student cohorts (MT25 and MT26). With academic qualifications including a BSc from Universidad Nacional del Sur in Argentina and a PhD, she contributes significantly to both research and teaching within the university's biological sciences framework.
Dr. Rossi's research focuses on the intricate mechanisms of cellular signaling, particularly centered around IP3 receptors and calcium dynamics. Her work spans molecular pharmacology, receptor biochemistry, and cellular communication pathways. She investigates how IP3 receptors function at the molecular level, their structural organization, ligand binding properties, and role in calcium signaling cascades. Her research has important implications for understanding fundamental cellular processes and potential therapeutic interventions targeting receptor function.
Analysis of her publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on IP3 receptor structure-function relationships, with particular emphasis on ligand binding, receptor kinetics, and signal transduction mechanisms. Her work combines biochemical, biophysical, and molecular approaches to unravel the complexities of cellular signaling. Over the past decade, her research has evolved from basic receptor characterization to more sophisticated investigations of receptor organization, signaling dynamics, and potential therapeutic applications.
Dr. Rossi is actively involved in teaching undergraduate students at Cambridge University. She supervises Part IA Biology of Cells, placing strong emphasis on broader scientific learning and fostering student enthusiasm for science beyond mere exam preparation. She regularly incorporates current research papers into her supervisions and offers termly mock exams that students find valuable. Additionally, she runs three-week 'mini projects' for Part IB students, providing hands-on research experience within her areas of expertise.
