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• Molecular Biology
• Cancer Biology
• Epigenetics
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Raquel Garcia Vilchez is a Researcher in the Department of Physiology at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Center for Research in Molecular Medicine and Chronic Diseases (CIMUS). She holds a doctorate from the University of Salamanca (2023), where her thesis focused on the role of guanosine-7 tRNA methylation in prostate cancer progression, supervised by Dr. Sandra Blanco Benavente. Her work explores RNA epigenetics, particularly tRNA modifications and their impact on cancer biology and aging. Her research interests center on RNA modifications (e.g., m7G, m5C), their roles in translational control, and their implications in diseases like prostate cancer. She investigates how epitranscriptomic changes influence tumor progression, stress responses, and therapeutic targets. Her findings bridge basic molecular mechanisms with clinical applications in oncology. Raquel’s publications highlight advancements in detecting RNA modifications (e.g., m7G at single-nucleotide resolution) and their functional consequences. Her recent work emphasizes the interplay between transposable elements, aging, and epigenetic regulation, offering new insights into cellular stress adaptation. Despite no listed awards, her contributions to cancer epigenetics are notable in the field. While no specific grants or students are documented here, her affiliation with CIMUS suggests participation in collaborative research projects targeting chronic diseases. Her work is part of the GENOMES-DISEASE research group, focusing on genomic and epigenomic mechanisms underlying disease pathogenesis.

• Thermoregulation
• Ion channels
• TRPM8 and TRPA1 channels
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Alfonso Reimundez Dubra is a Researcher affiliated with the Center for Research in Molecular Medicine and Chronic Diseases (CIMUS) at the University of Santiago de Compostela. His work focuses on molecular mechanisms of thermoregulation, particularly involving TRPM8 and TRPA1 ion channels. Dr. Dubra holds a PhD in Physiology from the University of Santiago de Compostela, awarded in 2020 for his thesis analyzing the role of cold-sensing ion channels in thermal and metabolic balance. His research interests span neurophysiology, chronobiology, and metabolic disorders, with emphasis on how temperature-sensing pathways influence energy homeostasis. Key findings include the discovery of TRPM8's role in regulating circadian rhythms and body temperature oscillations, as well as its impact on obesity-related metabolic pathways through heat loss modulation. Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding sex-based differences in thermoregulation and the molecular basis of cold-sensing neural circuits. Despite no listed awards or grants in available records, his work contributes significantly to translational research in metabolic medicine and chronobiology.

Carmen Angeles Espinos ArmeroView profile

Assistant Professor

• Medical Genetics
• Neurogenetics
• Hereditary Neuropathies
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Carmen Angeles Espinos Armero is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Genetics at the Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Valencia. She is actively engaged in research on hereditary neurological disorders, with a strong emphasis on molecular genetics and clinical diagnostics. Her work bridges laboratory research and clinical application, particularly in rare neurodegenerative conditions. Her research interests focus on neurogenetics , especially Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease , Wilson’s disease , ataxias , and neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation (NBIA) . She investigates genotype-phenotype correlations, molecular mechanisms of disease, and the utility of next-generation sequencing in diagnosis. Her lab also explores biomarker discovery using plasma microRNAs and metabolomics. The recent publication trend shows a sustained focus on expanding the clinical and genetic spectra of rare disorders, improving diagnostic efficacy, and utilizing iPSC models for disease modeling. Her work frequently involves collaboration across clinical and research teams in Spain and internationally. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text. She has supervised doctoral students, including her own PhD thesis on Usher syndrome, and likely mentors junior researchers, though specific names of students are not listed. There is no mention of external grants, but her extensive publication record suggests active research funding. She contributes significantly to advancing genetic diagnostics in Spain. Her research involves close collaboration with clinical genetics teams and use of advanced genomic tools. While no specific lab name is provided, her work includes iPSC generation and functional characterization of disease models, indicating a translational research environment.

• Human host defense RNases
• Antimicrobial resistance
• Ribonuclease mechanism of action
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Ester Boix Borras is a Full Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), where she leads the Biomolecular Microbiology Group and the research group on "Human host defense RNases" since 2009. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, she has established herself as a leading expert in ribonuclease research and antimicrobial resistance. Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (1994) Masters in Clinical Biochemistry, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (1988) Degree in Biological Sciences, Universitat de Barcelona (1986) Postdoctoral studies at NIH and University of Bath Awarded Ramon y Cajal senior researcher contract in 2002 Professor Boix Borras's research focuses on the mechanism of action of human host defense ribonucleases as lead proteins for novel therapies against antimicrobial resistance. She pioneered the identification of substrate binding sites for RNases, developed high-yield expression systems for recombinant RNases, and determined the first 3D crystal structures for these enzymes. Her work established RNases as antimicrobial proteins, contributing to over 50% of publications using the term "antimicrobial RNases," and her group was first to identify antimicrobial peptides derived from RNases. Recent research has established methodologies to analyze RNases' action on small RNA, reporting on human RNase2's selectivity on tRNAs and its role in antiviral activity against single-stranded RNA viruses. Her publication record includes over 90 peer-reviewed papers with an h-index of 43 and 4,530 citations (Google Scholar), 93 indexed references in Web of Science (51% as corresponding author), and 2 patents. She has been Principal Investigator for 10 public research grants and 3 technology transfer projects. Professor Boix Borras serves as an associate editor for two first-quartile journals and regularly reviews for research articles and evaluation agencies. H index=43; 4,530 citations (Google Scholar) 93 indexed references (Web of Science) 2 Patents 33 structures deposited at the Protein Data Bank 2 Transcriptomic datasets Professor Boix Borras has supervised 13 PhD theses (10 defended, 3 ongoing), 4 external PhD works, 17 master's theses, and 5 postdoctoral researchers. She has coordinated the Master program and PhD doctoral studies in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biomedicines at UAB and currently teaches Structural Biology and Advanced Structural Analysis Methodologies. Her research group actively collaborates internationally, with recent projects focusing on RNA cleavage in host defense against infection and developing RNase-based therapies to combat antimicrobial resistance.

Zaida Sarrate NavasView profile

Associate Professor

• Male Infertility
• Chromosomal Abnormalities
• Spermatogenesis
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Zaida Sarrate Navas is an Associate Professor (Aggregate Professor) in the Department of Cellular Biology, Physiology and Immunology at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB). She is a core member of the Genetics of Male Fertility Group and part of a Consolidated Research Group (SGR) since 2001. Her research focuses on male infertility mechanisms, chromosomal abnormalities in spermatogenesis, and chromosome positioning in reproductive cells. PhD in Cell Biology (2010, UAB) Licenciat (degree) in Biology (2000, UAB) Research interests include gamete genetics, meiotic segregation, sperm transcriptome, and chromosomal territoriality. She has published 30+ peer-reviewed articles (20 in JCR-indexed journals) and supervised 1 PhD and 7 master’s students. Awards include the Extraordinary Doctorate Award (2009-2010). Recent projects include studies on microplastics and reproductive health, molecular markers for infertility diagnosis, and chromosome pairing mechanisms. Her work contributes to UN SDGs related to health and education.

• Plant Physiology
• Selenium Biofortification
• Salinity Stress
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Mercè Llugany Olle is a researcher at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) , affiliated with the Department of Animal Biology, Plant Biology and Ecology . Her work focuses on plant physiology, particularly biofortification strategies using selenium, salinity stress mitigation, and phytoremediation. She holds a Ph.D. (1994) and Licenciatura (1990) from UAB. Research Interests: Selenium bioavailability in crops, plant responses to abiotic stress (salinity, aluminum toxicity), and sustainable agricultural practices. Her projects emphasize functional food development and environmental biotechnology applications. Key Projects (2021–2025): PATHFOOD: Sustainable functional food chain for EU climate neutrality Se4All: Selenium-enriched alfalfa for dairy products TRACEWINDU: Traceability in wine industry Grants & Collaborations: Multiple EU and national grants (e.g., European Commission, FEDER). Active collaborations in Spain, Argentina, and Europe on selenium biofortification and stress physiology.

• Plant Physiology
• Soil Science
• Heavy Metal Toxicity
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Roser Tolra Perez is a Researcher at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, affiliated with the Department of Animal Biology, Plant Biology and Ecology and the Fisiologia Vegetal/Plant Physiology research group. She holds a Ph.D. (2001) and a Licenciatura (1990) from UAB, with additional postgraduate training in Analytical Chemistry. Her work focuses on plant responses to environmental stressors, including heavy metal toxicity, soil carbonates, and salinity, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental sustainability and innovation. Key research interests include aluminum toxicity mechanisms, hyperaccumulation in plants, and bicarbonate tolerance in Arabidopsis. She has led or co-led multiple international projects, such as 'Salinity stress aggravated by heat in Brassicaceae' (2024-2025) and 'Se4All: Selenium-enriched Alfalfa for Dairy Products' (2021-2025). Her recent publications explore salt tolerance in Cakile maritima and bicarbonate tolerance mechanisms in Arabidopsis. Roser has supervised 17 research works and collaborates widely in plant-microbe interactions and problem soil solutions. Her lab's work bridges fundamental plant physiology with applied biotechnological strategies for sustainable agriculture.

• Plant Biology
• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
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Stephan Pollmann is a Professor in the Department of Biotechnology and Plant Biology at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, affiliated with the Center for Plant Biotechnology and Genomics (CBGP). His research focuses on plant hormone interactions, particularly how crosstalk between hormones provides growth plasticity and integrates environmental cues. Recent work highlights a novel link between indole-3-acetamide and abscisic acid signaling, using molecular genetics, bioinformatics, and omics approaches. He leads the Regulatory Networks of Development and Response to Stress in Plants research group and serves as Deputy Director of his department since 2025. Active in mentoring PhD students, including recent graduate Francis C. Onjeme Recipient of a CienciaGob Mobility Fellowship for 2025 Frequent participant in international conferences like PBE2025 and IS-MPMI Congress

• Lipidomics
• Metabolomics
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
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Lorena Ortega Moreno is an Assistant Professor in the Basic Health Sciences Department at King Juan Carlos University (URJC), Madrid, Spain. Her research focuses on the intersection of lipidomics, metabolomics, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) pathogenesis, with particular emphasis on biomarker discovery and gut-brain axis mechanisms. She leads the IMPULSO-URJC project investigating extracellular vesicles in colorectal cancer. Her research interests span: Lipidomics and metabolomics for biomarker discovery in gastrointestinal disorders Adipokine biology in inflammatory and metabolic diseases Long non-coding RNA roles in IBD pathogenesis and treatment response Extracellular vesicle characterization in colorectal cancer Gut-brain axis interactions in neurodegenerative conditions Her work integrates multi-omics approaches to identify non-invasive diagnostic tools and therapeutic targets for IBD and related conditions. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on: IBD biomarker discovery through lncRNA, proteomic, and metabolomic profiling Translational applications of microbiome-derived compounds Metabolite signatures for disease stratification (COVID-19, diabetes complications) Cross-disease applications of lipidomics in neurodegeneration Her methodology emphasizes clinical validation of omics findings for diagnostic applications. Scientific recognition includes: Two Research Quinquennia (Sexenios de Investigación) awarded by ANECA in 2023 Extensive international collaboration network across Europe and US institutions Her advisory and grant portfolio demonstrates strong leadership in translational research: Principal Investigator for IMPULSO-URJC project on extracellular vesicles in colorectal cancer (2025) Recipient of Comunidad de Madrid Talent Attraction Grant (2018-2022) Previous Hearst Foundation postdoctoral fellowship at Joslin Diabetes Center She maintains active collaborations with Hospital Universitario La Princesa and international research groups. Her laboratory work centers on the Gut Immunology Research Lab, utilizing: Multi-omics platforms (lipidomics, metabolomics, proteomics) Extracellular vesicle isolation and characterization Translational animal models for gut-brain axis studies Clinical sample analysis from IBD and colorectal cancer cohorts Current efforts focus on developing non-invasive diagnostic tools for gastrointestinal disorders.

Rodrigo Santamaría VicenteView profile

Associate Professor

• Bioinformatics
• Information Visualization
• Microarray Data Analysis
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Rodrigo Santamaría Vicente is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Automation within the Faculty of Sciences at the University of Salamanca. His academic career centers on bridging computer science with biological research through advanced data analysis and visualization techniques. He serves as director of the Diploma of Specialization in Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics, demonstrating leadership in specialized academic programming. Dr. Santamaría earned his PhD in Computer Science from the University of Salamanca in 2009 with his thesis "Visual analysis of gene expression data by means of biclustering," supervised by Dr. Luis Antonio Miguel Quintales and Dr. Roberto Therón Sánchez. His academic journey began with an M.S. degree in Computer Science from the same institution. His research primarily focuses on Bioinformatics and Information Visualization, with particular emphasis on integrating diverse data sources, analysis algorithms, and visual representations to enhance understanding of complex biological problems. His work spans multiple subdomains including gene expression analysis, biclustering algorithms, phylogenetic tree visualization, and collaborative tagging systems. Santamaría's research group affiliations include both the BIOINFORMÁTICA research group and the CaUSAL (Cultura Académica, Patrimonio y Memoria Social) research group at the Institute of Functional Biology and Genomics. His publication record reveals a consistent trajectory of scholarly output since 2006, with recent work showing increased focus on biological applications of computational methods. His most significant contributions appear in the integration of visualization techniques with bioinformatics analysis, particularly through tools like BicOverlapper and Voronto that facilitate interactive exploration of complex biological data. The evolution of his work demonstrates progression from foundational algorithm development to increasingly sophisticated applications in systems biology. Author of the book "How Machines Organize: An Introduction to Distributed Systems" Director of the Diploma of Specialization in Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics Active contributor to R programming ecosystem with the biclust package As an educator, Santamaría teaches across multiple programs including the Master's Degree in Computer Engineering and previously taught Bioinformatics for the Biotechnology degree program. His teaching portfolio spans Bioinformatics (from both computer science and biology perspectives), Distributed Systems, and Service-Oriented Architectures. He maintains an active research laboratory focused on developing visualization tools for biological data analysis, with current projects emphasizing integration of gene expression data with biological ontologies and advanced biclustering techniques.

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Big Data Analytics
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Javier Cabau Laporta is a researcher at Mondragon University, affiliated with the Faculty of Business and Department of Data and Innovation. A recent PhD graduate (2024) from the University of the Basque Country, he specializes in computational approaches to biological systems. His academic foundation includes doctoral research supervised by Dr. Marcos Araúzo Bravo, focusing on: Genetic algorithm applications in biological modeling Big data analysis of transcriptomic datasets Reconstruction of Waddington epigenetic landscapes Research interests center on bioinformatics and computational biology, with emphasis on data-driven approaches to developmental biology. As an early-career researcher, he bridges business-oriented data innovation with advanced computational biology techniques at Mondragon University. Contact is available through: Email: jcabau@mondragon.edu

• Computational Biology
• Tissue Organization
• 3D Image Analysis
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Luis María Escudero Cuadrado is a Full Professor in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Seville, where he leads research in computational biomedicine. His work bridges biology, mathematics, and computer science to understand tissue organization and develop diagnostic tools for neuromuscular diseases. He is affiliated with the Instituto de Biomedicina de Sevilla (IBiS) and heads Research Group CTS-594 Neuronal Maintenance Mechanisms. His research focuses on: Computational modeling of tissue organization and epithelial morphogenesis Development of 3D image analysis tools for biological applications Geometric principles in biological systems (notably the discovery of "scutoids") Neuromuscular disease diagnostics through computational methods Neurodegeneration and age-related changes in neural tissues Professor Escudero Cuadrado's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on developing computational approaches to understand biological tissue organization. His most cited work describes "scutoids," a novel geometric shape that explains 3D packing in curved epithelia. His lab has developed several computational tools including CartoCell and EpiGraph for high-content image analysis of biological tissues. His research spans from fundamental biophysical principles to clinical applications in neurodegeneration and neuromuscular diseases. His scientific contributions include: Discovery of scutoids as a geometric solution for 3D epithelial packing Development of computational tools for biological image analysis Patent for neuromuscular disease diagnostic methods Multiple high-impact publications in journals like Nature Communications Professor Escudero Cuadrado actively mentors students and has directed doctoral theses on computational approaches to tissue organization. His laboratory maintains strong collaborations across disciplines and continues to push the boundaries of computational biomedicine through ongoing research projects and tool development. Professor Escudero Cuadrado leads the Computational Biomedicine Group (http://www.scutoids.es), which focuses on applying mathematical and computational approaches to biological problems. The lab combines expertise in cell biology, biophysics, computer science, and mathematics to develop innovative solutions for understanding tissue organization and disease mechanisms.