Assistant Professor in the GU Medical Oncology Department, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center. She uses tissue engineering, intravital multiphoton microscopy, and computational oncology to understand the mechanisms that support the progression of bone metastases and their response to therapy. Holds a PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology from the Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele, Milano.

Biomedical Scientist with a Ph.D. in Translational and Molecular Medicine, specializing in oncology and hematological cancers. With over a decade of experience in academia and clinical-stage research, she has advanced cancer treatment through novel therapeutic approaches. Currently, as the Associate Director of Operations at March Biosciences, she manages clinical projects, fosters key stakeholder relationships, and drives innovation in CAR-T cell therapy. She facilitates collaboration between industry and clinicians with the mission of improving patient care.

Emanuela Gentile, PhD, is a scientist in the Department of Genitourinary Medical Oncology and the David H. Koch Center for Applied Research of Genitourinary Cancers Center at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Her research has spanned from the development of targeted drug delivery systems for cancer therapy to her current focus on extracellular vesicles (EVs) as a tool for biomarker discovery and monitoring treatment response. Dr. Gentile integrates preclinical and clinical studies to elucidate mechanism underlying prostate cancer progression and therapeutic resistance. Her current work is directed toward establishing a molecular signature, particularly in bone related markers, that can distinguish stable disease from progression in patients with bone -metastatic prostate cancer.

Neuroscientist with a Ph.D. focused on brain circuitries underlying memory and learning. With a decade of experience in academia, she researched brain dysfunctions and gut-brain communication in autism spectrum disorder, addiction and other psychiatric conditions. She now works at AbbVie, supporting psychiatric drug development, bridging industry-clinician communication, providing medical education, and identifying clinical needs.

Assistant Research Professor with the Center for Computational Surgery at Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, Texas. He works on developing computational models to advance the knowledge of complex physiological systems and test therapies and treatments digitally. He holds a Ph.D. in applied math from the University of La Rochelle, France.

Instructional Associate Professor in Italian Studies at University of Houston, Modern & Classical Languages Department. She is dedicated to promoting Italian heritage, creativity, and cross-cultural dialogue through volunteer work and cultural initiatives. Her efforts focus on strengthening community connections, supporting the arts, and fostering meaningful international exchange.