Aurore Claude-Taupin, Senior Postdoctoral Researcher in Etienne Morel's lab has been honored with the esteemed Fondation L'Oréal - UNESCO For Women In Science French Young Talents.

Aurore's journey towards a career in biological research began during her BTS Biotechnology studies. Her interest in this field grew as she conducted her thesis on the role of autophagy in breast cancer. Later, she moved to the United States for a Postdoctoral position. There she looked into the mechanisms of cell self-repair, with a focus on  molecules involved in autophagy.

Now, Aurore continues her works as researcher in Etienne Morel's Lab. Her current research interests revolve around exploring the promising potential of autophagy in the development of innovative cancer treatments. 

About Fondation L'Oréal - UNESCO For Women In Science French Young Talents

Created in 2007, the Jeunes Talents France L'Oréal-UNESCO Pour les Femmes et la Science program is committed to supporting the involvement of young women in scientific research. The program identifies and rewards brilliant young women researchers in life and environmental sciences, material sciences, mathematics, computer and information sciences, engineering and technology. To date, 370 grants have been awarded to young doctoral and post-doctoral students - in mainland France and the French overseas territories - for the excellence of their academic level, the originality of their scientific project, and their desire to pass on their passion to younger people.

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Let us continue to support and empower the next generation of scientists as they forge the path to a brighter future!