Dr. Maria Victoria Zelaya Huerta | Molecular Pathology | Women Researcher Award 

Dr. María Victoria Zelaya Huerta | University Hospital of Navarra | Spain

Dr. María Victoria Zelaya Huerta has established herself as a highly respected figure in pathology and neuropathology, with her work widely cited and recognized internationally. These metrics demonstrate the significance and influence of her contributions, underscoring how her studies have informed subsequent investigations and advanced medical knowledge. Beyond bibliometric achievements, she has been consistently acknowledged for her academic excellence and dedication to both clinical and translational research. Her recognition includes institutional distinctions for her pioneering work in breast cancer sentinel lymph node studies and molecular insights into Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Zelaya has also been invited to present at numerous national and international pathology congresses, further highlighting the value of her research within the scientific community. Her international training and collaborations in Argentina, Spain, Taiwan, the Netherlands, and the United States have earned her fellowships and professional commendations, strengthening her global profile. With 47 scientific documents, over 992 total citations from 816 articles, and an h-index of 19, her research has had a strong impact across the fields of neuropathology, neurodegenerative diseases, and cancer pathology. As a tutor of residents, she continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of pathologists, solidifying her legacy as both a researcher and educator.

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Featured Publications

Gelpi, E., Höftberger, R., Graus, F., & Duyckaerts, C. Neuropathological spectrum of anti-IgLON5 disease and stages of brainstem tau pathology: Updated neuropathological research criteria of the disease-related tauopathy. Acta Neuropathologica.

Profiling TREM2 expression in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Acta Neuropathologica.

Clinical, histopathologic and genetic features of rhabdoid meningiomas. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Pathological features in paediatric patients with TK2 deficiency. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.