Maria Naskou

Maria Naskou, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVP, is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pathobiology at Auburn University's College of Veterinary Medicine. She also holds a joint appointment at the Scott-Ritchey Research Center, where her lab is based. Her work bridges clinical pathology, regenerative medicine, and immunology.

• PhD in Comparative Biomedical Sciences and Regenerative Medicine from University of Georgia
• DVM from University of Thessaly, Greece
• Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (Clinical Pathology)

Dr. Naskou's research focuses on platelet and stem cell-based therapies for inflammatory and immune-mediated conditions. Key areas include:

• Extracellular Vesicles from Stem Cells
• Platelet Lysate applications
• Immunomodulation mechanisms
• Regenerative Medicine for neurodegenerative disorders (e.g., Sandhoff disease)
• Clinical pathology projects like case reports and retrospective studies

Her recent publications highlight advancements in equine stem cell culture optimization, extracellular vesicle functionality, and platelet lysate's role in vascular growth and neuroinflammation. She has presented her work internationally and published in journals such as Stem Cells Research and Therapy and Veterinary Clinical Pathology.

• Awards from Regenerative Bioscience Center, University of Georgia
• Honors from Comparative Biomedical Sciences Program
• Recognitions from American College of Veterinary Pathologists and American Society of Veterinary Clinical Pathology