Luis Filgueira

Professor Luis Filgueira is a Full Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Fribourg, affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Medicine. He serves as Head of the Gross Anatomy domain and teaches gross anatomy, histology, embryology, cell biology, and immunology. His research focuses on clinical anatomy, medical education, cell biology, immunology, and stem cells, particularly in malaria and viral infection mechanisms.

Key research interests include microglia-mediated neuroinflammation, extracellular vesicle biology in malaria, and anatomical innovations in medical education. His work bridges clinical anatomy with advanced microscopy techniques and pedagogical strategies.

Recent publications emphasize viral neuropathology (Japanese encephalitis), metabolic gasotransmitters, and anatomical advancements in orthopedic surgery. His educational contributions include integrating ultrasound and peer-teaching methods to enhance musculoskeletal learning.

Professor Filgueira coordinates the Certificate of Advanced Studies in Clinical Anatomy and collaborates with initiatives like the Toxin Academy. His work spans anatomical dissection techniques, cadaveric studies, and translational research in regenerative medicine.