Poster #42 - Bridget Martinez

Los Alamos National Laboratory, United States

Biography

Dr. Bridget Martinez completed her doctorate degree (PhD) in the field of molecular and cellular biology and comparative physiology at the University of California in Merced. As a comparative physiologist, Bridget›s research focused on expanding our knowledge of the evolution of endocrine systems in prolonged fasting-adapted mammals. Bridget is an extensively published author with results from her studies having impactful biomedical implications. In addition, she has published and edited three books which strive to provide comprehensive scientific knowledge in various biomedical fields in publishing groups such as Nature and the Royal Society of Chemistry. Her most current book identifies prognostic biomarkers for disease, as well as evaluates translational value from clinical trials. With her second doctoral degree (MD), Dr. Martinez strives to bridge the gap between the advancement of scientific knowledge and improve therapeutic strategies for patients. As an NIH, Minority Health and Health Disparities International Research Training Program Fellow (MHIRT); her academic and research training includes extended experiences from all around the world.