Denisa Wagner

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Denisa Wagner (pronounced: de-nee-sa wag-ner) is a notable figure in the field of medical science, particularly known for her contributions to hematology and vascular biology.

Pronunciation

  • Denisa: /dɪˈniːsə/
  • Wagner: /ˈwæɡnər/

Etymology

The name Denisa is of Greek origin, derived from the name Dionysius, which means "follower of Dionysius", the Greek god of wine and revelry. Wagner is a German surname that means "wagon maker" or "wagon driver".

Career

Denisa Wagner is the Edwin Cohn Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and a Senior Investigator in the Program in Cellular and Molecular Medicine at Boston Children's Hospital. Her research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of thrombosis and inflammation, particularly the role of neutrophils and neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) in these processes.

Contributions

Wagner's work has significantly advanced our understanding of the role of blood cells in inflammation and thrombosis. Her research on neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) has opened up new avenues for the treatment of diseases such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and sepsis.

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