Ana Da Silva Costa

Dr. Ana Da Silva Costa is a Lecturer at the University of Glasgow, affiliated with the MVLS Education Hub and the School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health. Her roles involve advancing both cardiovascular research and educational innovation. She holds a position at the MVLS Graduate School, focusing on interdisciplinary education and biomedical research.

Her research interests span cardiac electrophysiology, cell biology, and medical education. She explores topics like in vitro heart cell models, calcium cycling in cardiomyocytes, and the integration of virtual reality into science education. Her work also addresses practical skill development in postgraduate programs and the application of novel pharmacological agents in cardiac conditions.

Recent publications highlight her contributions to cardiac drug development, exercise physiology, and educational technology. Notably, she has investigated the role of Ryanodine receptor inhibitors in heart function and pioneered VR tools for teaching practical laboratory skills. Her work bridges basic science and translational research, emphasizing both clinical and educational advancements.

Dr. Costa collaborates with institutions on projects involving cardiac fibrosis mechanisms and HEK cell co-culture systems. Her research has been published in journals like British Journal of Pharmacology and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.