Jaíra F. de Vasconcellos

Jaíra F. de Vasconcellos, MSc., Ph.D. is an accomplished Assistant Professor and Principal Scientist/Group Leader at James Madison University, specializing in bone formation, fibrosis, and the bone marrow microenvironment within the realms of RNA biology, stem cell biology, and regenerative medicine. Previously, Jaíra served as an Assistant Professor at Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, managing multiple research projects that led to significant publications and collaborations with esteemed institutions like Harvard Medical School. Jaíra's expertise is underscored by a strong research background at the National Institutes of Health, leading to awards from the American Society of Hematology, and notable roles in various organizations, including being a visiting scientist at Alcamena Stem Cell Therapeutics. Educationally, Jaíra holds a PhD in Medical Sciences from Universidade Estadual de Campinas and additional qualifications from prestigious institutions such as Harvard Medical School.