Dr. Elena Papaleo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Elena Papaleo is an Associate Professor in Cancer Systems Biology at the Technical University of Denmark. Her research focuses on bioinformatics analyses that identify aberrant glycosylations linked to clinical phenotypes. She supervises multiple PhD students in projects that integrate bioinformatic frameworks, AI methods, and structural biology to study protein interactions and childhood cancers. Elena is active in research related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and has been involved in numerous collaborations and projects over the past few years. Her expertise contributes to significant advancements in understanding biological data and its implications in cancer research.

Research Interests

Bioinformatics Cancer Systems Biology Glycosylation Structural Biology Protein-Protein Interactions

Experience

Associate Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Technical University of Denmark • Kongens Lyngby, Denmark

Teaching and research in Cancer Systems Biology, focusing on bioinformatics and its applications.

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.