Marta Filizola
Marta Filizola | |
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| Fields | Computational biophysics, Pharmacology |
| Institutions | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai |
Marta Filizola is a prominent computational biophysicist and pharmacologist known for her work in the field of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). She is currently a professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.
Education and Career[edit | edit source]
Marta Filizola received her education in computational biophysics and pharmacology from prestigious institutions. She has held various academic and research positions throughout her career, contributing significantly to the understanding of GPCRs.
Research[edit | edit source]
Filizola's research primarily focuses on the structure and function of G protein-coupled receptors, which are crucial for many physiological processes and are common targets for therapeutic drugs. Her work involves using computational methods to model the behavior of these receptors and predict their interactions with different molecules.
Contributions[edit | edit source]
Marta Filizola has made significant contributions to the field of computational biophysics through her research on GPCRs. Her work has provided insights into the mechanisms of receptor activation and signaling, which are essential for the development of new pharmacological therapies.
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Throughout her career, Filizola has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to science and medicine. These accolades highlight her impact on the field and her role as a leading expert in computational biophysics and pharmacology.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Computational biophysics
- Pharmacology
- G protein-coupled receptors
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
References[edit | edit source]
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