Education
- DDS, Universidade de São Paulo
- PhD, Periodontology, University of Michigan
Research Interests
- Host response
- Periodontitis
- Pathobionts
Research Summary
Dr. Marchesan’s research interests focus on the pathogenesis of periodontal disease with a focus on the host response. This response is greatly influenced by both genetic factors and different microorganisms. Specifically, she has focused on the role of pathogen recognition receptors and sensors (TLR, NLR, IFI16, AIM2) and novel pathobionts (E. saphenum, F. alocis, Synergistetes) in the host response.
Availability to Mentor
Undergraduate/college student, graduate student, postdoc