جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Cristina Fornaguera Puigvertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanomedicine
• Biomaterials
• Polymeric nanosystems
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cristina Fornaguera Puigvert is a Full Professor at the Department of Bioengineering within the School of Engineering at IQS (Universitat Ramon Llull), holding the prestigious ICREA Academia award. She coordinates the Degree in Biomedical Sciences since 2022 and leads the GEMAT (Materials Engineering) research group, which operates in three main areas: development of new functional materials, surface engineering, and biomaterials. Her educational background includes a PhD in Pharmacy (2015, UB), a Master's degree in Respiratory Medicine (UB/UPF), and a Graduate degree in Biotechnology (2010, UAB). She has served as a Visiting researcher at i3S, Porto, Portugal (2021) and has been a Hired Professor Doctor since 2018. Dr. Fornaguera's research focuses on polymeric nanosystems for biomedical applications, with particular emphasis on designing advanced drug delivery systems, non-viral gene therapy vectors, mRNA vaccines, and novel immunotherapies for cancer treatment. Her work spans from fundamental nanomaterial science to clinical applications, with significant contributions to vectorizing nanoformulations to specific organs and developing smart nanoparticles for in situ immune cell engineering. She has pioneered approaches for crossing physiological barriers including mucoses, epithelial barriers, and the blood-brain barrier. Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent innovation across multiple therapeutic areas, with recent work particularly focused on cancer immunotherapy, vaccine development (including mRNA vaccines for lung cancer and melanoma), and nanotherapies for liver conditions. Her research bridges nanotechnology with clinical applications, showing particular strength in translating laboratory discoveries into potential therapeutic solutions for cancer, inflammatory diseases, and vaccine delivery. ICREA Academia award recipient h-index of 20 with over 3,000 citations Principal investigator on numerous research projects including CHIMERNA, TumorOut, ZwiRNA, LIVENANO, and COVINANOVAX As an academic leader, Dr. Fornaguera mentors a large team of researchers including multiple postdoctoral researchers, PhD candidates, and MSc students. She has secured substantial research funding for projects related to mRNA vaccines, cancer nanotherapy, and biomaterials development. Her GEMAT research group has been instrumental in developing innovative approaches for cancer treatment, vaccine delivery, and biomaterial applications, with several projects reaching preclinical stages. The group actively participates in international collaborations and has contributed significantly to the development of the Spanish COVID-19 vaccine.

Jan Zedeniusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer and Oncology
• Surgery
• Thyroid Cancer
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jan Zedenius is a Senior Professor of Surgery with a focus on Endocrine Surgery at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery. He leads the Endocrine Surgery research group under Robert Bränström and serves as President of the International Association of Endocrine Surgeons (IAES). His research spans thyroid cancer, parathyroid disorders, and adrenal tumors, with emphasis on molecular diagnostics and prognostic markers. Email: jan.zedenius@ki.se Employment: 2017-2024 (Professor/Chief Physician), 2024-2025 (Senior Professor) Degree: Associate Professor (Docent) in Surgery, Karolinska Institutet, 1999 His work addresses critical challenges in endocrine tumor differentiation (e.g., thyroid vs. parathyroid nodules, TERT promoter mutations for cancer aggressiveness), clinical management of hyperparathyroidism, and molecular mechanisms in adrenal/paragangliomas. Recent articles highlight collaborations on radiopharmaceutical development and spatial transcriptomics to map tumor progression. Key article trends: 1) TERT mutations as diagnostic/prognostic tools; 2) DICER1 and DGCR8 in thyroid nodule classification; 3) Ki-67 and thyroglobulin as biomarkers; 4) Nuclear imaging advancements; 5) Multi-institutional clinical studies; 6) Preoperative diagnostic protocols. Scientific recognition includes leading the IAES and numerous grants from the Swedish Cancer Society. He supervises PhD students and contributes to clinical guidelines for adrenal incidentalomas and parathyroid adenomas.

SUNA ERKILIÇمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thyroid Pathology
• Cytopathology
• Molecular Pathology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor SUNA ERKILIÇ is affiliated with Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine , Department of Medical Pathology. She is a leading expert in thyroid pathology and cytopathology , with a focus on diagnostic accuracy and molecular markers in cancer research. Core research areas: Thyroid neoplasms, cytopathologic techniques, molecular diagnostics Supervised 5+ theses on thyroid tumors, salivary gland cytology, and effusion diagnostics Recipient of Turk Patoloji Dergisi Yılın Danışmanları Ödülü (2017) Her 15 most recent publications (2024-2015) emphasize thyroid pathology, biomarker analysis (e.g., TROP2, EGFR), and diagnostic methodologies (Thinprep Imaging, FNAC evaluation). Studies span international collaborations across 10+ countries. Key contributions include: Books: Immunohistochemistry (2022), Thyroid FNA Cytology (2019) Scientific projects: Evaluation of TROP2/Annexin A1 in thyroid tumors, Ki-67/CK-6/CK-16 in cholesteatoma pathogenesis Active participation in European Congress of Pathology and National Pathology Congresses as speaker and researcher

Chiti Arturoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Medicine
• Radiology
• Oncology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chiti Arturo is a Full Professor in the Department of Imaging and Radiotherapy at the School of Medicine, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy. He serves as a doctoral advisor in the Molecular and Experimental Medicine program at Humanitas University for cycles 31-38 (2015-2022) and teaches Master's-level courses in Health Informatics ("Images in healthcare - radiomics") and undergraduate Radiobiology. His research spans critical areas of: Nuclear Medicine Radiology Oncology Molecular Imaging Radiotherapy Medical Imaging Recent publications reveal a pronounced focus on PET imaging innovations for cancer management, including motion correction in pediatric brain tumor studies, PSMA-based prostate cancer staging, and radiomic modeling for pancreatic adenocarcinoma. His work consistently addresses clinical validation of imaging biomarkers through multi-center trials, emphasizing quantitative analysis for treatment response assessment and nodal metastasis detection. With over 200 publications, Professor Arturo demonstrates sustained leadership in translating advanced imaging techniques—particularly PET/MRI and radioembolization dosimetry—into oncology applications, significantly contributing to protocol standardization in molecular imaging.

• Clinical Immunology
• Rheumatology
• Allergology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emanuel Della Torre is a Tenured University Researcher (RTDA) in Rheumatology and Medical Director at the Immunology, Rheumatology, Allergology, and Rare Diseases Unit (UnIRAR) at San Raffaele Hospital in Milan, Italy. He has held affiliations with institutions such as the Ragon Institute (MGH, MIT, Harvard) and Harvard Medical School . Vita-Salute San Raffaele University Massachusetts General Hospital Harvard Medical School Education includes a PhD in Basic and Applied Immunology (2018), Specialization in Clinical Immunology and Allergology (2014), and Laurea in Medicine and Surgery (2008), all from Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. His research focuses on IgG4-Related Disease , autoimmune disorders, and rare rheumatological conditions. He has characterized IgG4-Related Disease as a world expert via Expertscape and published over 100 peer-reviewed articles with 6,000+ citations (H-index: 35). Key scientific awards include: FOREUM Career Research Grant Cariplo Grant for Young Researchers MyFirst AIRC Grant Collegio Ghislieri Award He serves as Associate Editor for 3 international journals and reviewer for over 50 journals . His work bridges clinical immunology, rheumatology, and cell biology, with leadership roles in the European Reference Network (ReCONNET) and EULAR .

Edward A Dauerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Biomedical Engineering
• Tissue Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Edward A Dauer is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the College of Engineering, University of Miami. His work spans biomedical and civil engineering disciplines, focusing on biomaterials development and material science applications. Biomedical Engineering: Scaffold design for immunomodulation and peripheral nerve repair Civil Engineering: Protein-modified biocementation and nanoparticle-reinforced construction materials His research in biomedical engineering includes 3D scaffold fabrication for fibroblastic reticular cell maintenance and autoimmune therapy, while environmental applications involve electrohydromodulation for phosphate recovery. Material science work covers Kevlar composites and Polyurethane scaffold characterization, with biocementation studies analyzing protein effects on calcium carbonate precipitation. Publication trends show expertise in interdisciplinary material design , with articles covering topics from diabetogenic T cell modulation to bioremediation and composite durability . Key methodologies include scaffold fabrication, electrochemical recovery systems, and microstructural analysis across biological and civil engineering applications.

• Educational Technology
• Teacher Training
• Higher Education Pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mohamed Ibrahim is a Professor in the Department of Teaching & Educational Leadership at Arkansas Tech University, specializing in 21st-century educational technology and pedagogical innovation. Focuses on high-impact practices (HIPs) in teacher training Investigates immersive technologies (VR/360-video) for reflective teaching Develops AI integration frameworks for engineering education Contributes to medical research on adenomyosis and sickle cell pain management His recent publications span digital learning environments, regenerative medicine, and RNA virus evolution. Ibrahim employs metacognitive strategies and learning analytics to enhance self-directed learning across multiple disciplines including: Teacher education curriculum design Language acquisition pedagogy Materials science for energy applications

• Cancer and Oncology
• Biomedical Laboratory Science/Technology
• Endocrine Pathology
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Anders Höög is a Senior Lecturer at the Karolinska Institutet , affiliated with the Department of Oncology-Pathology and the Catharina Larsson's Group . His work spans biomedical laboratory science and cancer research, with a focus on endocrine tumors. Research Interests : Höög investigates molecular mechanisms in thyroid, parathyroid, and neuroendocrine cancers. His studies explore genetic mutations (e.g., TERT and MEN1 ), microRNA dysregulation, telomerase activity, and tumor suppressor gene inactivation. He also contributes to improving clinical diagnostics via immunohistochemistry and mutational screening. Article Trends : Recent publications highlight autophagy suppression in Merkel cell carcinoma, IGF2BP3 as a prognostic biomarker, and minimally invasive lymph node detection in thyroid cancer. His work integrates molecular genetics, epigenetics, and clinical pathology to identify diagnostic and prognostic indicators. Labs & Collaborations : Höög collaborates within Catharina Larsson's Group, focusing on endocrine tumor genetics and clinical outcomes. His research often involves multidisciplinary teams and translational studies bridging laboratory findings to patient care.

Eduard Baquero Salazarمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Structural Virology
• Cryo-Electron Microscopy
• Coronavirus Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eduard Baquero Salazar is a researcher at the Institut Pasteur, working within the NanoImaging Core facility. He specializes in structural virology with a focus on coronavirus research, HIV, and hepatitis E virus. Dr. Baquero Salazar is actively involved in teaching advanced microscopy techniques through courses on cryo-electron microscopy and serves as an instructor for multiple upcoming courses at the Institut Pasteur. His research interests include: Structural analysis of viral spike proteins and host receptor interactions Coronavirus entry mechanisms and evolution Antibody neutralization of viruses including HIV and hepatitis E Application of cryo-electron microscopy to virology research Dr. Baquero Salazar has published extensively since 2021, with research appearing in high-impact journals including Nature, Cell, Nature Nanotechnology, and Science Advances. His work demonstrates expertise in structural virology and has contributed significantly to understanding viral entry mechanisms and antibody neutralization processes across multiple viral systems. His notable scientific contributions include identifying bat coronaviruses with SARS-CoV-2-like receptor-binding domains that can infect human cells, elucidating mechanisms of viral entry through receptors like TMPRSS2, and characterizing broadly neutralizing antibodies against HIV. These findings have important implications for understanding viral pathogenesis and developing countermeasures. Dr. Baquero Salazar teaches the following courses at the Institut Pasteur: Cryo-Electronic Microscopy (2024-2026) Cryo-EM Single Particle Imaging (2026)

Ken Kazahayaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Otology & Neurotology
• Cochlear Implantation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ken Kazahaya, MD, MBA, FACS, FAAP is an Associate Professor of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery at the Perelman School of Medicine of the University of Pennsylvania, and serves as Attending Physician in the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). At CHOP he is Director of Pediatric Skull Base Surgery, Medical Director of the Hearing Implant Program, and Co-Lead Surgeon in the Pediatric Thyroid Center. Education & Training MBA – The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania MD – University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine Internship in General Surgery – University of Pennsylvania Residency in Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery – University of Pennsylvania Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology – Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Mini-Fellowship in Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery – Oregon Health & Science University Research & Clinical Interests Dr Kazahaya’s clinical and scholarly work centers on advanced pediatric otolaryngology. He is an international authority in cochlear implantation, otology and neurotology, pediatric skull-base surgery, and thyroid and parathyroid surgery in children. His research portfolio encompasses surgical outcomes in pediatric thyroid carcinoma, intraoperative neuromonitoring techniques, quality-of-life impacts of endocrine surgery in adolescents, and the molecular characterization of pediatric head-and-neck tumors. An active participant in multi-institutional consensus efforts, he has helped craft national guidelines on pediatric thyroid surgery and COVID-era otolaryngologic practice. Publication Trends Between 2018 and 2023 Dr Kazahaya has published extensively across Head & Neck , Thyroid , Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism , Pediatric Blood & Cancer , and other high-impact journals. His recent work reveals three dominant themes: (1) refining surgical risk stratification and outcomes in pediatric differentiated thyroid carcinoma, (2) advancing intraoperative neural monitoring and parathyroid hormone assays to enhance safety in pediatric thyroidectomy, and (3) investigating the otolaryngologic manifestations and peri-operative management of COVID-19 in children. Scientific Awards & Honors U.S. News & World Report – Top Pediatric ENT-Otolaryngologists (2011) Philadelphia Magazine – Top Doctors (2008–2015) SJ Magazine – Top Docs for Kids (2007, 2009, 2014, 2021) Castle Connolly – America’s Top Doctors (2017) American Academy of Otolaryngology–HNSF Honors Award (2017) Quality Care Award, SENTAC (2005) Leadership & Grant Roles Dr Kazahaya sits on multiple national and international boards and committees, including the American Head & Neck Society Pediatric Endocrine Surgery Committee (Co-Chair), American Thyroid Association Surgical Affairs and Patient Education Committees, and the International Society for Otitis Media Scientific Committee. He regularly secures invited lectureships across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America, reflecting sustained extramural support and collaborative grants in pediatric otolaryngology education and surgical innovation. Clinical & Research Teams He leads or co-leads several CHOP multidisciplinary programs: the Hearing Implant Program, Pediatric Thyroid Center, Pediatric Skull Base Surgery Program, Solid Tumor Program, Surgical Oncology Program, and the Head and Neck Disorders Program. These teams integrate specialists from oncology, endocrinology, audiology, speech pathology, and neuroradiology to deliver comprehensive care and conduct translational research.

Katarzyna Jobinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Immunology
• Microbiology
• Infectious Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Katarzyna Jobin is a Junior Group Leader at the Chair of Microbiology and an associated member of the Institute of Systems Immunology at the University of Würzburg, Germany. Her research focuses on understanding the interplay between immune cells and the extracellular matrix (ECM) in the urinary tract during bacterial infections, particularly in the context of antibiotic resistance and host-directed therapies. 2025–Present : Junior Group Leader, University of Würzburg 2019–2025 : Postdoctoral Researcher, Max Planck Research Group, Institute of Systems Immunology, University of Würzburg 2014–2018 : PhD Studies, University of Bonn 2007–2013 : Master’s and Bachelor Program in Biology, Jagiellonian University Her research spans immunology, microbiology, and nephrology, addressing critical challenges in urinary tract infections (UTIs), immune-ECM interactions, and dietary influences on immunity. Key methodologies include flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, and intravital imaging to study immune dynamics in real-time. Recent publications highlight her work in systems immunology, including studies on CD8 T cell immunity, lymph node dendritic cell networks, and high-salt diet effects on immune responses. These contributions align with broader efforts to combat antibiotic resistance and improve sepsis management. Dr. Jobin’s expertise in immune regulation extends to roles in acute kidney injury research and bone marrow niche characterization, bridging infectious disease and metabolic immunology.

• Hematology
• Lymphoma Research
• Pathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lise Mette Rahbek Gjerdrum is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Clinical Medicine at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Pathology with a focus on hematological malignancies. She maintains an active research program with significant contributions to the understanding of lymphoma subtypes and Waldenström macroglobulinemia. Research Focus: Specializes in hematopathology with emphasis on lymphoma classification and molecular characterization Conducts population-based studies on rare hematological malignancies Investigates molecular mechanisms of therapy resistance in B-cell lymphomas Examines proteomic and mutational landscapes in blood cancers Recent Publication Trends: Her research output demonstrates a consistent focus on Waldenström macroglobulinemia, with multiple population-based studies examining central nervous system involvement, extramedullary disease patterns, and mutational landscapes. Recent work also explores NOTCH1 mutations in therapy resistance and proteomic analyses of melanoma subtypes. Affiliations: Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen Pathology Department, Region Sjaelland Collaborations: Maintains extensive collaborations with hematologists and pathologists across Denmark, particularly with researchers at Region Sjaelland including Østergaard, Munksgaard, and Hammer. Frequently collaborates on nationwide cohort studies of rare lymphomas.

• Endoscopic ultrasound
• Endobronchial ultrasound
• Gastroenterology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Peter Vilmann is a Clinical Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, where he has been a Full Professor of Endoscopy at Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev since 2010. He leads an Excellence Center for EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound) and CLE (Confocal Laser Endomicroscopy) in Europe, which became operational in September 2012. His academic journey includes training at various Danish hospitals (1982-1993), positions at Herlev Hospital and Rigshospitalet, and a long tenure at Gentofte Hospital where he served as Overlæge (1995-2009) and Scientific Lecturer (2005-2010). MD (cand.med), University of Copenhagen (1981) Specialization in Gastroenterology (1994) and Surgery (1993), University of Copenhagen MD.Sc (dr.med A-disputats), University of Copenhagen (1998) Honoris Causa, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, Romania (2011) Professor Vilmann pioneered EUS with linear transducers and was the first in the world to perform EUS-guided fine needle biopsy (1991). His research focuses on advanced endoscopic techniques including EUS, EBUS, NOTES, CLE, and EUS-guided therapeutic interventions. He has made significant contributions to EUS-FNA procedures, EUS-guided pseudocyst drainage, bile duct drainage, and non-anesthesiologist propofol sedation (NAPS) programs. His work bridges diagnostic and therapeutic applications in gastrointestinal endoscopy with particular emphasis on pancreatic and biliary interventions. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate continued innovation in pancreatic tumor ablation, virtual reality for colonoscopy training, advanced sedation techniques, and the integration of EUS with novel imaging technologies. The research consistently focuses on improving diagnostic accuracy, procedural safety, and developing minimally invasive alternatives to surgery for gastrointestinal conditions. Scientific Recognition: The Swedish Society of Medicine Jubileumspriset (1999) Copenhagen county employee Idea Prize (2005) Doctor Honoris Causa from University of Medicine and Pharmacy Craiova, Romania (2009) Primary Doctors at Gentofte Hospital Honorary award (2011) Visiting Professorship in Chandigarh, India (2011) Herlev Hospitals High Impact prize (2011) Professor Vilmann has secured substantial research funding including grants from The A.P. Møller and Chastine Mc-Kinney Møller Foundation ($387,045), Arvid Nilssons Foundation ($324,875), Toyota Foundation ($63,170), The Jochum Foundation ($90,243), and Aase and Ejnar Danielsen Foundation ($27,073). He serves on editorial boards for several prestigious journals including Endoscopy and Endoscopic Ultrasound, and has been instrumental in developing guidelines through the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) Guideline Committee. His endoscopy center at Herlev Hospital functions as a clinical and translational research environment with state-of-the-art equipment for EUS and CLE. The center supports numerous international multicentric studies including research on EUS-guided gallbladder drainage, needle-based CLE for pancreatic masses, and characterization of Crohn's disease using CLE technology.

• Hematology
• Lymphangiogenesis
• Cytokine Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Troels Hammer serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. His clinical specialization lies in Internal Medicine: Haematology at Copenhagen University Hospital (Region H). His research focuses on inflammatory cytokines and their lymphangiogenic activities, particularly examining interleukin-20 (IL-20), IL-7, IL-23, and IL-27 effects on lymphatic endothelial cells. His primary research interests span hematology, lymphangiogenesis, and cytokine biology. Current work investigates inflammatory cytokine interactions with lymphatic endothelium using immortalized cell lines (hTERT-HDLEC). His publication history reveals a strong focus on Waldenström macroglobulinemia, including studies on central nervous system involvement, extramedullary disease, mutational landscapes, and nodal involvement impacts. Earlier work explored dietary risk factors in inflammatory bowel diseases and osteoporosis risks following lymphoma treatments. His 11 research outputs (2013-2025) demonstrate consistent contributions to hematology and immunology. Key trends include population-based studies on rare lymphoproliferative disorders, molecular characterization of Waldenström macroglobulinemia, and translational cytokine research. His 2025 study on Bing-Neel syndrome represents cutting-edge clinical hematology research. Hammer maintains active clinical and research roles with no documented scientific awards listed in the provided materials. His collaborative network includes researchers across Danish hospitals and international institutions, evidenced by multi-center studies. He has contributed to policy-relevant research, particularly in inflammatory bowel disease where his work has been referenced in policy sources. His educational background includes a medical degree (Cand. med.) from the University of Copenhagen (2005), followed by clinical training and PhD studies at Panum Institute. Early research experience includes work on multidrug resistance phenotypes, post-exercise lipolysis, and growth hormone roles in Jens Bülows' laboratory. He has served as an instructor at the Danish Institute for Medical Simulation (DIMS) and taught physiology to medical students.

• Molecular Immunology
• Systems Immunology
• Autoimmunity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alexandra Elsakova is a Junior Research Fellow in Molecular Immunology at the University of Tartu's Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Biomedicine and Translational Medicine. Holding a 0.50 FTE appointment since September 2025, she has maintained continuous research engagement with the university since August 2022 across fractional positions (0.50–1.00 FTE). Her academic foundation includes: MSc Bioengineering at University of Tartu (2020–present) Bachelor's in Biology/Biomedicine from Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod (2016–2020) Exchange studies at University of Turku (2019) Elsakova's research integrates molecular immunology with electrochemical biosensor development. Primary focus areas include immune dysregulation in multiple sclerosis (particularly EBV signatures), autoantibody profiling in viral infections (SARS-CoV-2), and translational diagnostic tools. Her work bridges fundamental immune mechanisms with applied sensor technology for point-of-care antibody detection. Recent publications (2023–2025) reveal dual thematic streams: neuroimmunological investigations of viral triggers in autoimmune disorders, and electrochemical methodologies for sensitive antibody quantification. This synergy between immunological inquiry and biosensor innovation defines her emerging scholarly identity. No scientific awards or fellowships are documented in available records. She co-supervised Avishan Aghayari's 2024 Master's thesis on T-cell receptor dynamics in CVID patients post-vaccination. Elsakova actively contributes to major funded initiatives: the European Commission's €996,125 Systems Immunology/Aging project (2024–2027) and Estonian Research Council's €943,700 study on type I interferons in autoimmunity/COVID-19 (2021–2025), both led by Kai Kisand. Based in the Institute of Biomedicine and Translational Medicine, she operates within Kai Kisand's research ecosystem focusing on immune tolerance mechanisms, while collaborating across faculties through projects like the Faculty of Science and Technology's biosensor development work.