Ana Vivancos

Ana Vivancos is a biochemist and head of the genomic laboratory at the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO). Raised in a family of doctors, she has always been driven by a desire to provide answers to complex medical questions. Recently, Vivancos gained attention for her work on detecting tumor cells in breast milk, which has potential implications for early breast cancer diagnosis. Her focus is on bridging the gap between scientific research and clinical practice, emphasizing the human aspect of medicine and advocating for increased funding for scientific endeavors.