circulating microRNAs

Non-coding RNA–mediated mechanisms in malignant transformation

Non-coding RNA–mediated mechanisms in malignant transformation

Our research group brings together multidisciplinary expertise to investigate the role of epigenetics and non-coding RNAs in oncological and autoimmune diseases. We focus on the molecular mechanisms driving EBV-associated and non-EBV B-cell lymphomas, as well as solid tumors and autoimmune disorders such as systemic lupus erythematosus. Our projects also explore innovative therapeutic strategies based on nanoparticle-mediated delivery of drugs, microRNAs, and modified microRNAs. The team includes four PhD students and one postdoctoral research fellow.

A longitudinal study defined circulating microRNAs as reliable biomarkers for disease prognosis and progression in ALS human patients

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurodegenerative disease associated with motor neuron degeneration, muscle atrophy and paralysis. To date, multiple panels of biomarkers have been described in ALS patients and murine models. Nevertheless, none of them has sufficient specificity and thus the molecular signature for ALS prognosis and progression remains to be elucidated.

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