Natalia Lucia Dos Santos
About Natalia Lucia Dos Santos
Natalia Lucia Dos Santos is a scientist currently employed at IGM Biosciences, Inc. in Mountain View, California, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a PhD in Cognition and Neuroscience from The University of Texas at Dallas and has a background in biological sciences.
Work at IGM Biosciences
Natalia Lucia Dos Santos has been employed as a Scientist at IGM Biosciences, Inc. since 2021. Located in Mountain View, California, she has contributed to the company's research and development efforts for three years. Her role involves applying her expertise in biological sciences to advance the company's objectives in immunotherapy and related fields.
Education and Expertise
Natalia completed her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Cognition and Neuroscience at The University of Texas at Dallas from 2016 to 2021. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Biological Sciences from Universidade Federal do Paraná, studying from 2009 to 2015. Additionally, she participated in a student exchange program at St. John's University, focusing on Biology/Biological Sciences from 2012 to 2013.
Background
Before joining IGM Biosciences, Natalia worked as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at The University of Texas at Dallas from 2016 to 2021. In this role, she supported the educational mission of the university while furthering her own academic pursuits in neuroscience and cognition. Her foundational studies in biological sciences were conducted at Universidade Federal do Paraná.
Research Contributions
Natalia has contributed to research in Dr. Michael Burton's neuroimmunology laboratory, focusing on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of aging and nociception. Her involvement in this research highlights her commitment to understanding complex biological processes. Additionally, she volunteered in various research projects during her undergraduate studies, which included biochemical and ecological studies.