Prof. Julio Celis | Cancer Mission Award | Best Researcher Award
Prof. Julio Celis, European Academy of Cancer Sciences, Sweden
👨‍🔬 Prof. Julio Celis, a pioneering Chilean biochemist, made significant contributions to proteomics and cancer research. He played pivotal roles in establishing institutions like the European Research Council and championed the European Cancer Mission. With over 380 publications and numerous leadership positions in global scientific organizations, he has shaped science policy and fostered international collaboration. Celis’s work spans from mapping HeLa cell proteins to spearheading translational research in breast and bladder cancer. His dedication earned him prestigious honors and memberships in esteemed academies. Celis continues to inspire as a leader, researcher, and advocate for scientific advancement.
Education
đź“š Prof. Julio Celis embarked on his academic journey by pursuing Biochemistry at the University of Chile, laying the foundation for his illustrious career. He further honed his expertise with a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Iowa, delving into advanced research methodologies. His thirst for knowledge led him to a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship at the Medical Research Council Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, England, under the guidance of eminent scientists J.D. Smith, S. Brenner, and F. Crick. This immersive experience shaped his scientific perspective, preparing him for groundbreaking research and leadership roles in the field of biochemistry and beyond.
Research Focus
🔬 Prof. Julio Celis’s research focus primarily revolves around advancing cancer research and addressing inequalities in cancer therapeutics, care, and prevention. He actively engages in discussions and initiatives aimed at enhancing European society’s involvement in cutting-edge cancer research and care. Celis contributes significantly to shaping cancer research policy, advocating for mission-oriented approaches to address unmet needs in cancer research. Through his work, he strives to foster collaboration, address fragmentation in health research, and promote innovative strategies to boost the social impact of cancer research. Celis’s dedication to combating cancer inequalities underscores his commitment to improving global health outcomes.
Publication Top NotesÂ
đź“„ “Strategies to decrease inequalities in cancer therapeutics, care and prevention: Proceedings on a conference organized by the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and the European Academy of Cancer Sciences, Vatican City, February 23–24, 2023” by Ringborg, U., von Braun, J., Celis, J., et al. (2024) – Cited by: 0
đź“„ “Engaging European society at the forefront of cancer research and care: How discussions at the 5th Gago Conference on European Science policy led to the Heidelberg Manifesto” by Baumann, M., Celis, J., Ringborg, U., et al. (2023) – Cited by: 2
đź“„ “The Porto European Cancer Research Summit 2021” by Ringborg, U., Berns, A., Celis, J.E., et al. (2021) – Cited by: 4
đź“„ “Towards a cancer mission in Horizon Europe: recommendations” by Berns, A., Ringborg, U., Celis, J.E., et al. (2020) – Cited by: 31
đź“„ “Overcoming fragmentation of health research in Europe: lessons from COVID-19” by Sipido, K.R., Antoñanzas, F., Celis, J., et al. (2020) – Cited by: 12
đź“„ “Editorial” by Celis, J.E. (2020) – Cited by: 0
đź“„ “Towards a Cancer Mission in Horizon Europe” by Berns, A., Ringborg, U., Eggermont, A., et al. (2019) – Cited by: 3
đź“„ “Appointment of new section editors” by Celis, J.E. (2019) – Cited by: 0
đź“„ “Boosting the social impact of innovative cancer research – towards a mission-oriented approach to cancer” by Ringborg, U., Celis, J.E., Baumann, M., et al. (2019) – Cited by: 4
đź“„ “Towards a mission-oriented approach to cancer in Europe: an unmet need in cancer research policy” by Celis, J.E., Heitor, M. (2019) – Cited by: 13