“Deciphering the intricacies of cell division and the cytoskeleton is crucial for understanding life and unraveling the mysteries of various diseases.”
Dr. Mónica Bettencourt-Dias is a prominent cell biologist whose research focuses on the mechanisms of cell division and the role of centrioles and cilia in signalling, proliferation and cell movement. Her work has significant implications for understanding diseases such as cancer and ciliopathies, as well as to understand the evolution and diversification of basic processes in life.