Dr. Conchita Vens

Associate Professor

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Biography

Conchita Vens is a Reader in Translational Radiobiology at the University of Glasgow, specializing in clinical research within the School of Cancer Sciences. Her research is focused on understanding brain tumors, particularly glioblastoma, and explores various novel therapies and comprehensive cancer models. She is actively involved in the Edinburgh-Glasgow Brain Tumour Centre of Excellence where her work includes advanced therapies for glioblastoma. Conchita has received several grants for her research, including a significant project from Cancer Research UK aimed at characterizing specific overexpression of DNA polymerase beta in glioblastoma and its potential role in mitochondrial DNA repair. She has been recognized for her contributions to the academic community and her research initiatives aim to improve treatment outcomes for head and neck cancer patients. Conchita's commitment to understanding health inequalities and cancer outcomes is evident in her work and collaborative efforts in cancer research.

Research Interests