Affiliation: University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Dr. Stur is a Brazilian research scientist with a PhD in biotechnology from the Federal University of Espírito Santo. Their research focuses on the tumor microenvironment, particularly the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying immune suppression in ovarian cancer. Over the past several years, Dr. Stur has led and contributed to studies investigating the single-cell heterogeneity of high-grade serous ovarian carcinoma and identifying biomarkers associated with long-term survival. By integrating single-cell technologies with advanced molecular and translational approaches, their work seeks to deepen the understanding of ovarian cancer biology and uncover new therapeutic opportunities. Ultimately, Dr. Stur aims to define the complex cellular and molecular landscape of the ovarian cancer microenvironment and translate these insights into more effective, personalized treatment strategies.