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Regitze Sølling Wils is a PhD candidate at the University of Copenhagen, focusing on the mechanisms of carbon nanotube-induced mesothelioma through in vivo and in vitro experiments. Her research investigates the health effects associated with carbon nanotubes, which are long, hollow nanostructures widely used in various products, including batteries, electronics, and sporting goods. Due to their desirable properties, carbon nanotubes have raised concerns regarding potential adverse health effects. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified certain types of carbon nanotubes as 'possibly carcinogenic to humans.' Given their structural resemblance to asbestos, studies suggest that exposure to these nanotubes could lead to adverse health effects similar to those caused by asbestos. Mesothelioma, a treatment-resistant cancer affecting the pleural tissue surrounding the lungs, is the focal point of her research, as she aims to identify mechanisms and exposures leading to this fatal disease. Her work emphasizes the investigation of precursor events in mesothelioma development, particularly the roles of DNA damage, oxidative stress, and inflammation resulting from carbon nanotube exposure. The PhD project is funded by the Danish Council for Independent Research and is part of a collaborative effort with leading research institutions.
Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.