Dr. Manuela Santos

Biography

Manuela Santos is a professor at Université de Montréal, specializing in health sciences with a focus on the gut microbiome, colorectal cancer, iron metabolism, and hereditary hemochromatosis. She completed her Ph.D. in Immunology at Utrecht University, Netherlands, under the supervision of notable researchers. Following her doctoral studies, she pursued a postdoctoral fellowship at Université de Montréal, where she further explored iron metabolism in relation to Friedreich ataxia. Her research aims to elucidate the interactions between trace elements, the microbiome, and host factors, particularly focusing on inflammation and carcinogenesis. Her lab investigates mechanisms that link gut microbiota dysbiosis with colorectal cancer and aims to identify biomarkers for diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Santos is dedicated to educating the next generation of scientists and is currently recruiting postdoctoral candidates for research positions in her laboratory. She has received several prestigious research grants and awards throughout her career, reflecting her commitment to advancing knowledge in microbiology and oncology.

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