Dr. Chiara Francavilla

Associate Professor

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Biography

Chiara Francavilla is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Denmark, specializing in Cell Signaling Architecture. She holds a PhD in Molecular Medicine from the AIRC Institute of Molecular Oncology. Dr. Francavilla has extensive research experience in the fields of signaling pathways, particularly focusing on Receptor Tyrosine Kinases and phosphoproteomics. Her research integrates bioinformatics and data integration techniques to study breast cancer, specifically the dynamics of epithelial cells and their cellular signaling mechanisms. She is actively engaged in projects exploring the functional interplay between cell signaling and metabolism in breast cancer cells, as well as investigating the molecular mechanisms regulating AMPK in response to energetic stress. In addition to her role at DTU, she is an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the University of Manchester. Dr. Francavilla's commitment to advancing knowledge in her field is further demonstrated by her involvement in supervising PhD students and contributing to multiple active research projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2023-07-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark

Teaching and conducting research in the area of cell signaling and molecular medicine.

Honorary Senior Research Fellow

2023-07-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, UK

Engaging in collaborative research projects in molecular signaling and cancer biology.

Requirements for Technical University of Denmark

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent Strong background in Mathematics and Physics
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Statement of purpose
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally across Technical University of Denmark (DTU) MSc programs including Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, and Engineering disciplines. Specific prerequisites vary by department/curriculum.