I have a PhD in Biotechnology. Currently, thanks to my training in materials chemistry and biology, I am a postdoctoral researcher at the Joint Nanomedicine Unit of the Príncipe Felipe Research Center and the UPV. I work on the development of nanoparticles designed to facilitate the interaction between tumor cells and immune system cells, in order to support new strategies for cancer treatment.

Beyond the lab, I have always sought to keep myself in constant learning. In 2023 I completed a master’s degree in Bioinformatics, expanding my tools to address research challenges. I am especially interested in working in multidisciplinary teams, sharing the day-to-day with people from different scientific profiles. I also dedicate time to teaching and outreach. I collaborate as a teacher in several Degrees and Masters of the UPV and I participate in initiatives such as the program “Cancer researchers: KNOW THEM” of ASEICA, with the aim of bringing science -and those who make it possible- to society.

With a background that includes a BSc in Physics and Chemistry and a PhD in Science and Engineering of Polymers, I have been teaching distinct courses at the university, performing management activities at I3Bs and conducting research on the exciting field of biomaterials. My research work has been focused on the development of several multifunctional systems, namely smart, inspired by nature, bioactive and antibacterial materials that can be used in different applications for example, to regenerate different tissues such as bone or neural tissue, as implant coatings or in controlled drug release.

My research is centered on aging-related diseases at the cellular and molecular levels, with a primary focus on musculoskeletal disorders. Currently, my work explores premature aging and the comorbidities associated with HIV infection and breast cancer treatments. A key objective of my research is to contribute to strategies that improve patients’ quality of life and promote healthy aging. In parallel, as a Lecturer Professor of Genetics at the University of Barcelona, I have the opportunity to share the knowledge gained through my research and to transmit my enthusiasm for science and discovery.

My work at the University is part teaching and part research. I am a professor of histology at various undergraduate programs at both the University of Valencia and the Polytechnic University of Valencia. In this subject, we teach students about the microscopic characteristics and organization of the different tissues that combine to form organs and systems. This basic knowledge is essential not only for diagnosing pathologies but also for designing tissue-engineered substitutes for organs that are no longer functional due to pathological reasons.

Regarding my research areas, I’m primarily working on two: one is the regeneration of articular cartilage using tissue engineering techniques that combine biomaterials, cells, and various growth factors. The other line of research involves recreating the lung tumor microenvironment by generating spheroids from tumor and stromal cells, with the goal of establishing pharmacological models that allow for personalized drug effectiveness testing.

My work focuses on the development of a 3D model of lung cancer focused on the study of drug resistance, a key aspect to improve the efficiency of treatments. I first completed a Biotechnology degree, and then a master’s degree that allowed me to access a research career. I am currently in my second year of my doctoral thesis, thanks to a pre-doctoral grant from the State Research Agency, working on a project that I am really passionate about.

I’ve always wanted my work to make a difference, which is why I chose Biomedical Engineering and why I’m now finishing my PhD. I research Multiple Myeloma, a type of plasma cell cancer. We develop different lab platforms that mimic how the disease behaves in the body so others can use them to search for new treatments.

The knowledge is not only inside the lab. Beyond it, I enjoyed traveling to meet other researchers, helping organise several scientific meetings, and sharing science with younger generations. I’m passionate about research, and I believe it should always go hand in hand with creativity, collaboration, and having fun along the way!

II am Pharmaceutical Chemist and have worked as a professor in the Department of Pharmacy at the National University of Colombia for over 30 years. So, I have had the opportunity to participate in the training of several generations of Pharmaceutical Chemists, whom I have seen fulfill their dreams and achieve great things. My areas of ​​expertise are Analytics and Quality Control, as well as Quality Assurance in the pharmaceutical field. My undergraduate training led me to pursue a doctorate in Materials Engineering, Science, and Technology; since, in any area of ​​the pharmaceutical industry, materials are the starting point for quality products. This postgraduate training allowed me to gain insight into the field of biomaterials, which are useful in developing medical devices with wide application for current and future research aimed at solving health problems facing the world’s population.

My work focuses on developing biomaterials for research into multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer that develops in the marrow inside the bones. After studying biotechnology I decided to do master’s degree to become a researcher. When I finished, I received a scholarship from the Spanish Association Against Cancer to pursue my doctorate. I am now finishing my second year and fortunate to to say I am working on something I love.

Her research focuses on computer vision, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and deep learning. She is currently working on a mobile app for the early detection of childhood eye diseases.

Furthermore, her training allows her to stay up-to-date on research into retinoblastoma (the most common eye cancer in children under 6 years of age) and to volunteer with the La Nineta dels Ulls Foundation, of which she is President.

I graduated in Industrial Engineering from the UPV in 1997, after completing a two-month Erasmus placement at the National Technical University of Athens (Greece). In 2001, I obtained my PhD in Industrial Engineering from the UPV (European Mention, excellent cum laude) on the development of new families of hydrogels as biocompatible coatings for tendon prostheses. Since then, I have been a group leader at the CBIT, where I have explored the use of biomaterials for tissue engineering in various applications: articular cartilage, bone, liver, etc. My postdoctoral fellowships were at the University of Zagreb (Croatia) in 2004 and at the 3Bs Research Group at the University of Minho (Portugal) in 2009. The award I remember as the most exciting was the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Accelerating Program in Boston in 2016, were we learned translational strategies for a product with application in articular cartilage regeneration. Furthermore, serving as a Governor of the Board of the European Society for Artificial Organs from 2016 until 2022 broadened my mind and allowed me to expand my network of collaborators. My most satisfying daily experiences include collaborating with complementary multidisciplinary researchers, constantly seeking new ideas to advance our research, and mentoring young researchers.

My current work explores the experimental properties of spin valve structures within the field of magnetoelectric spintronics. With a background that spans a degree in Physics, a Master’s in Biophysics, and a PhD in Materials Engineering, my path has taken me through medical physics and into the world of smart materials and printed electronics. Beyond the lab, I’m the CEO of a software company — a space where I bring my passion for innovation and entrepreneurship to life. I’m also the author of a children’s book designed to spark curiosity and love for science in young minds. I believe that inspiring the next generation is just as powerful as the research we do today.

My work focuses on developing smart multifunctional materials responsive to electromagnetic fields for advanced health applications. I investigate how these active systems can drive tissue regeneration, cancer therapy, antimicrobial strategies, and wearable healthcare technologies. With a background in Biomedical Engineering and a PhD in Physics, my career has flourished at the intersection of physics, materials science, and biomedical engineering, always guided by the mission of translating fundamental discoveries into tangible benefits for society.

Science has taught me that curiosity and resilience are the true engines of progress. My advice to young women is to pursue their questions with courage, even when the path is non-linear or uncertain. The future of science depends on diversity and creativity, and every new perspective carries the power to transform the world.

She combines university teaching with his research in the development of new materials for applications in regenerative medicine. Her work focuses on finding technological solutions that improve human health through a multidisciplinary approach that integrates engineering and biology.

She believes in the transformative power of science. Aware of the challenges women still face in technical disciplines, she advocates for the need to foster scientific vocations among young women. She is convinced that diversity drives progress and allows for the exploration of new ways of understanding and solving technological challenges.

I’ve always been interested in why we feel the way we feel or why we behave in certain ways. In my research, I study how the brain works and what happens when people (or animals) experience stress, are caring for their young, or are in pain.

I’ve worked with mice and other animal species to understand how the brain changes during important milestones like motherhood. I’m currently involved in two scientific projects: one on how what we experience as children affects how we feel and relate to others, and another on how sociability develops in different species over time.

My goal is to understand how the brain works and how certain social behaviors are regulated.

I studied Chemical Engineering and did my PhD at the UPV. After finishing my PhD I started working as a technician at the Biomaterials Center. My work focuses on the management of the laboratories of the center, which includes maintenance, calibration and explanation of the operation of laboratory equipment, waste management acting as environmental interlocutor, and technical assistance in the working procedures of the different lines of R+D+i of the center. The most rewarding part of my job is being able to contribute to the proper functioning of the laboratories and to solve the problems that arise daily in the activities developed in the different lines of research.

I studied a Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition at the National Autonomous University of Honduras and a Master’s degree in Food Science and Engineering from the Universitat Politècnica de València.. I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Food Science, Technology, and Management.

I am working in food quality and innovation, specifically in the Food Photonics Lab using non-destructive sensors that employ impedance measurements to assess the quality of fish, such as tuna.

Specialized in food processing with a Master’s degree in Food Science and Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Valencia. I work in food development using 3D printing at Ikasia Technologies SL, from formulation to cooking, applying my experience in innovation and process control to explain a technology that is redefining how food is designed and produced.

I hold a degree in food science and technology, with a master’s degree in food science and engineering. I am currently a PhD candidate in food science, technology, and management, developing controlled-release systems for bioactive compounds and studying their digestion through dielectric properties measurements.