The area “human health in its various dimensions: from healthcare to sanitation, from food to medical technologies” is one of the priorities of scientific and technological research in Federal University of ABC, according to its Institutional Development Plan for Internationalization 2013-2023. Indeed, we consider this topic an relevant way of connection towards international research networks and should be considered as a priority for internationalization efforts. This proposal is focused on the characterization of biological models (molecules, cells, tissues, and systems) that may foster the future development of products and processes within the framework of health services in Brazil. Scientific investigations in the field of biotechnology will be highlighted, considering both fundamental science and potential applications on the following significant areas: infectious diseases, neural and cardiovascular diseases, neglected diseases, orthopaedics, genetics and regenerative medicine and neoplasms.
Investigations will be conducted into the following issues: (1) cancer treatment based on gene therapy, (2) development of biocompatible materials for prosthesis manufacturing and tissue regeneration, (3) understanding of the mechanisms involved in reproductive, metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, and (4) characterization of biomolecules for the development of vaccines, drugs and biocidal agents.

Coordinator: Profa. Dra. Elizabeth Teodorov
E-mail: elizabeth.teodorov@ufabc.edu.br

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