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Isabella Caniggia is a professor in the Department of Physiology at the University of Toronto, where she leads research on cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying pregnancy-related disorders. Her work focuses on normal and pathological placental development, investigating the etiology and pathogenesis of various gestational diseases, including preeclampsia and intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). She employs techniques such as gene expression analysis and immunohistochemistry to study the physiological and pathological conditions affecting the human placenta. Dr. Caniggia has contributed significantly to her field through numerous publications in high-impact journals where she has served as a principal and senior author. Her research interests span cell biology, molecular biology, and reproductive biology, with an emphasis on the development of novel diagnostic tests and therapeutic strategies for pregnancy complications. As a senior investigator at the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, she collaborates with various departments and institutions both nationally and internationally to advance understanding and treatment of pregnancy-related disorders.
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