Dr. Laurence Michel is a distinguished translational clinical researcher specializing in dermatology at the INSERM U976 Skin Research Center, Hôpital Saint-Louis, Paris. With a Ph.D. in Molecular Pharmacology from the University of Paris 6 and extensive training in medical hypnosis, mindfulness, and clinical pharmacology, he has made significant contributions to onco-dermatology, cutaneous T cell lymphomas, and translational research. Dr. Michel leads several high-impact research projects, including studies on integrative medicine and novel therapies for inflammatory dermatoses. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles, holds three patents, and is actively involved in various national and international research committees. Outside of work, he enjoys playing the piano, golf, and practicing mindfulness.
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Suitability for the Research for Women Researcher Awards: Dr. Laurence Michel
Summary of Suitability:
Dr. Laurence Michel is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Awards due to her extensive experience and significant contributions in the field of dermatology, particularly in translational clinical research. Her academic background, with a Ph.D. in Molecular Pharmacology specializing in dermatology, coupled with her decades of experience at INSERM, positions her as a leader in her field. Dr. Michel’s research focuses on crucial areas such as onco-dermatology, autoimmune diseases, skin aging, and inflammation, all of which have broad implications for public health.
🎓Education:
Dr. Laurence Michel holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Pharmacology with a specialization in Dermatology from the University of Paris 6 (1988). He completed his DEA in Molecular Pharmacology at the same institution in 1985 and earned his Pharmacist Degree from INSA Lyon in 1984. Dr. Michel further advanced his expertise with a Clinical Pharmacist Specialty from the University of Paris 5 in 1995 and a CESAM Statistical Certificate in Biological Experiments and Translational Research from the University of Paris 6 in 1992. He also obtained a DU in Pharmaco-Clinics from the University of Paris in 2002. His additional qualifications include a DU in Molecular Mechanisms of Aging from Unistra University Strasbourg (2016), a DU in Mindfulness from University Paris Sud (2019), and a DU in Medical Hypnosis from University Paris Sorbonne (2020). He completed MBCT Instructor Training (Levels 1 and 2) in 2020 and MBSR Foundations & TAI Training (Levels 1 and 2) in 2022. Most recently, he achieved DR2 ~ CRHEB Status in 2023.
🏢Work Experience:
Dr. Laurence Michel has held several prominent positions throughout his career. Since 2009, he has been a Team Leader at INSERM U976 at Hôpital Saint-Louis, Paris. Prior to this, he led teams at INSERM U796 at the same hospital from 2002 to 2008, and at INSERM U512 from 1998 to 2001. From 1993 to 1997, he served as a Group Leader at INSERM U314 at Henri Mondor Hospital, Créteil. Dr. Michel began his research career as a Training Researcher at INSERM U314, Henri Mondor Hospital, from 1989 to 1992. Additionally, he completed international training in immunology at Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada, from 1988 to 1989.
🏆Awards:
Dr. Laurence Michel has been honored with the Honorary Award for Academic Excellence from the Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University, Egypt. Additionally, he received recognition for his significant contributions to medical research from Taif University, Saudi Arabia.
Publication Top Notes:
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“Exploring the Nonlymphocytic Cutaneous Microenvironment in Advanced Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphomas using Single-Cell RNA Sequencing”
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“Evidence of Inter- and Intra-Keloid Heterogeneity Through Analysis of Dermal Fibroblasts: A New Insight in Deciphering Keloid Physiopathology”
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“Allogeneic Transplantation in Advanced Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphomas (CUTALLO): A Propensity Score Matched Controlled Prospective Study”
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“Pickering Emulsions Stabilized with Biodegradable Nanoparticles for the Co-Encapsulation of Two Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients”
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“Modulation of NK Cell Activation by Exogenous Calcium from Alginate Dressings In Vitro”
Citations: 2