I am a physician-scientist working in neuroscience and Alzheimer’s disease research at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. My research focuses on neuroinflammation, glial biology, and mechanisms of neurodegenerative disease to identify novel pathways relevant to disease progression and therapeutic targeting.

In parallel, I am actively involved in scientific education, mentoring, and community-building initiatives, particularly focused on strengthening scientific networks in Latin America. Scientific excellence and social responsibility are not separate pursuits, but essential dimensions of modern biomedical research.

My research focuses on elucidating the cellular and molecular mechanisms that underlie neurodegenerative disorders, with particular emphasis on Alzheimer’s disease. A central objective of my work is to identify actionable therapeutic targets that mitigate harmful neuroinflammation while preserving essential protective and homeostatic functions. By integrating experimental neuroscience with molecular and cellular approaches, my aim is to contribute to the development of more precise diagnostic strategies and disease-modifying therapies.