Jesús Santamaría

Jesús Santamaría is a distinguished chemical engineer and nanotechnology expert from Burgos, Spain, known for his groundbreaking research in cancer treatment and his unique approach to storytelling. At 66, he is currently focused on advancing nanomedicine, having received over five million euros in funding from the European Research Council to develop targeted therapies that specifically destroy cancerous cells, while minimizing harm to healthy tissues. In addition to his scientific endeavors, Santamaría is an accomplished author, with three crime novels published, often intertwining themes of science and morality. His work reflects a fascination with the darker aspects of human nature, as he explores the lives of scientists and the ethical dilemmas they face, particularly in high-stakes environments like the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).