Marco Falasca

Company: University of Parma

Job title: Professor Biochemistry, Medicine and Surgery

Bio:

Marco Falasca is a distinguished professor of biochemistry, internationally renowned for his pioneering research in cancer biology, lipid signalling, and metabolic diseases. Currently leading advanced studies at the University of Parma, Parma, Italy, he has made seminal contributions to understanding the molecular mechanisms driving pancreatic cancer and diabetes.

Prof. Falasca’s work has significantly advanced knowledge of lipid signalling molecules such as lysophosphatidylinositol and their roles in cancer progression and metabolic disorders. He is recognised as a leader in his field with a prolific academic output of over 200 peer-reviewed publications and numerous citations.

A sought-after speaker and mentor, Prof. Falasca has received multiple accolades for his innovative research. He actively collaborates globally, driving impactful translational discoveries. His passion for uncovering novel therapeutic targets continues to shape advancements in oncology and endocrinology, earning him a well-deserved reputation as a visionary scientist.

Seminars:

Unlocking GLP-1 Potential by Targeting Secondary Mechanisms for Sustainable Weight Loss and Health 10:00 am

Targeting the PI3K/AKT pathway to leverage a novel mechanism to modulate insulin signaling to overcome GLP-1 resistance for more durable metabolic health Combining GLP-1 agonists with lipid signaling modulators to engage multiple metabolic pathways simultaneously, resulting in greater weight loss and improved glycemic control than with GLP-1 monotherapy Focusing on receptor cross-talk as a mechanistic…Read more

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