Marian Castro Pérez

Marián Castro Pérez is an Associate Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), actively contributing to pharmacological research through the Biofarma Group and the CIMUS Building. Her work focuses on G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), particularly serotonin and dopamine receptors, with applications in neurodegenerative diseases and antipsychotic drug development. She is involved in graduate education, including the PhD in Molecular Medicine, Doctorate in Drug Research and Development, and Master's programs in Biomedical Research and Medicine Research.

• Research Interests: GPCR pharmacology, multi-target drug design, neuroprotective agents, and molecular mechanisms of psychiatric disorders.
• Recent Trends: 2022 publications highlight her focus on indole-based antipsychotics (D2AAK1 derivatives), neuroprotective compound evaluations, and structural analysis of dopamine receptor ligands.
• Collaborations: Extensive partnerships across Spain, Poland, Italy, and Germany in medicinal chemistry and neuropharmacology.
• Teaching: Co-designer of blended-learning templates for drug discovery education.