Maria Espana-Pena

Researcher

Last publication 2025 Last refreshed 2026-05-02

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4 pubs

Biography and Research Information

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Maria Espana-Pena's research program investigates fundamental biological processes at the molecular and cellular levels. Her recent work includes characterizing the role of mitochondrial dynamics during *Drosophila* convergent extension, utilizing advanced NADH fluorescence lifetime imaging techniques. This research contributes to understanding cellular mechanisms underlying developmental processes.

Espana-Pena also studies microbial physiology, focusing on the regulatory plasticity of the HOG pathway in various *Saccharomyces cerevisiae* strains. This line of inquiry explores how conserved biological pathways adapt and function across different genetic backgrounds. Her work has involved collaborations with researchers at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, including Adam C. Paré and Jeffrey A. Lewis, contributing to a shared publication record.

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  • Publications: 4

Selected Publications

  • Characterizing the role of mitochondrial dynamics during <i>Drosophila</i> convergent extension using NADH fluorescence lifetime imaging (2025)
  • Surprising regulatory plasticity for the conserved HOG pathway in diverse Saccharomyces cerevisiae strains (2025)
  • Surprising regulatory plasticity for the conserved HOG pathway in diverse <i>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</i> strains (2025)
  • Surprising regulatory plasticity for the conserved HOG pathway in diverse Saccharomyces cerevisiae strains (2025)

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