Marcelo Marucho

Marcelo Marucho is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), within the College of Sciences. His research integrates computational and theoretical methods to study complex biological and nanoscale systems.

His research interests lie at the intersection of physics, biology, and computation, focusing on computational biophysics, theoretical neurophysics, and nanomaterials modeling. A key aspect of his work involves the development of advanced scientific software tools to simulate the behavior of cytoskeletal filaments, particularly actin, under various physiological and pathological conditions. He investigates how molecular alterations affect electrical signal propagation and filament bundling, which has implications for understanding disease mechanisms.

Dr. Marucho leads the Biophysics Group, which provides online-accessible, high-performance computational tools with graphical user interfaces to enable both experts and non-specialists to conduct simulations without technical barriers. This effort supports open science and democratizes access to complex biophysical modeling.

Although no specific publications or awards are listed in the provided text, his methodological focus suggests expertise in algorithm development, molecular dynamics, and multiscale modeling. He is actively engaged in advancing theoretical frameworks for cellular biophysics.

Dr. Marucho earned his Ph.D. in Physics from the National University of La Plata and holds an M.S. in Physics from the University of Buenos Aires. He advises students through his research group and contributes to the academic mission of UTSA's College of Sciences.