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Marcela Pekna is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in regenerative neuroimmunology. Her research focuses on the intersection of neuroscience and immunology, particularly concerning stroke recovery and neuroinflammatory processes. Pekna's recent work has increasingly concentrated on the mechanisms underlying neural repair following cerebrovascular incidents. She has employed advanced techniques such as spatiotemporal transcriptomics to map cellular responses in the brain at single-cell resolution. Through her contributions to prominent journals, including 'Neuron' and 'Translational Stroke Research,' she addresses critical questions regarding astrocyte activation, neuronal differentiation, and the roles of complement systems in neurodegenerative diseases. Her insights into astrocytic responses have implications for developing therapies for cognitive impairments post-stroke and other neurological conditions. With numerous collaborations and a vast array of publications, Pekna continues to influence the understanding of neural plasticity and recovery in brain injuries.
Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).