Valentina Vaira - Curriculum Vitae: Biotechnology And Laboratory Medicine Expert.pdf

## Valentina Vaira - Key Highlights from CV

Valentina Vaira is an assistant professor in Biotechnology and Methods in Laboratory Medicine at the University of Milan, Italy. Her research focuses on:

Expertise:

Molecular Pathology: Expertise in glioma stem cells, microRNAs, autophagy, and cancer progression.
Cell Biology & Bioenergetics: Investigates the role of V-ATPase proton pumps in cancer cell survival and signaling.
Translational Research: Translating laboratory findings into potential therapeutic strategies and biomarkers for cancer.

Professional Experience:

Leadership: Has led numerous research projects, held positions at prestigious institutions (Fondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda, Fondazione IST, University of Milan), and served as a reviewer for several funding agencies and journals.
Academic Contributions:

Teaches Molecular Pathology to medical students at the University of Milan.
Mentored multiple PhD students and postdocs.
Publications & Presentations: Authored 78 peer-reviewed papers (15 first author) and presented her work at international congresses, including ISHAT, IAST, and SIMeP.

Awards & Recognition:

National Scientific Qualifications (ASN) in Applied Technical Medical Sciences and Molecular Biology.
Young Researcher Award from "C. Golgi" Foundation and other funding bodies.
Recognized by her high H-index (29) and Google Scholar impact factor (55).

Key Research Achievements:

Identified the role of V-ATPase in glioma stem cell maintenance and survival.
Explored microRNA profiles to understand cancer progression and metastasis, identifying potential therapeutic targets.
Investigated tumor subpopulations with different progenitor potential and stromal networks in tumors.