Anna Shnyrova

Anna Shnyrova is an Associate Professor and Ramon y Cajal researcher at the Biofisika Institute, a joint research center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the University of the Basque Country (EHU). She leads the Mechanisms of Cellular Membrane Remodelling Laboratory, focusing on fundamental processes in cell biology and biophysics.

Her research expertise lies in the dynamic remodeling of cellular membranes, a critical aspect of cellular function including trafficking, division, and signaling. Her work integrates biochemical, biophysical, and structural approaches to understand how proteins and lipids cooperate to shape membranes.

The analysis of her publication record reveals a strong emphasis on membrane dynamics, particularly in processes such as fission, fusion, curvature generation, and the role of specialized proteins like BAR domains and dynamins. Her studies frequently employ advanced techniques including in vitro reconstitution, fluorescence imaging, and electron microscopy, often published in top journals like Nature and Science.

• Young Researcher Award of the Spanish Biophysical Society (2013)
• UNESCO-L'Oreal for Women in Science grant (2016)

Anna Shnyrova has secured significant research funding from the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities and the Basque Government, supporting her laboratory and research team. Although specific students are not listed, her leadership of an independent research group indicates active mentorship and training of early-career scientists. Her work continues to advance the mechanistic understanding of cellular membrane organization.