Dr Lissette Sanchez-Aranguren

Supervisor Details

Contact Details

Dr Lissette Sanchez-Aranguren

Aston Medical School, Aston University

Scientific Background

Research Interests

Targeting the mitochondria using nanoparticles:

Design and development of novel formulations targeting the mitochondria
Safety of formulations - Can we address mitochondrial dysfunction using nanoparticles as delivery systems?

Investigating the role of cellular bioenergetics and metabolic dynamics in age-related disorders to identify novel molecular targets for therapeutic intervention.

Understanding the role of mitochondrial metabolism in cellular signalling, proliferation and cell growth.
Studying the effect of drugs in modulating cellular redox signalling, gene expression and metabolic pathways.

Research Groups

Translational Medicine Research Group (TMRG)

Aston Research Centre for Health in Ageing (ARCHA)

Supervision Style

In three words or phrases: Supportive, detailed-orientated, organised.

Provision of Training

I prefer to take responsibility for your technical training at first, leading to more independence later.

Progression Monitoring and Management

I will expect you to take full ownership of your progression but come to me when you need help troubleshooting.

Communication

The team has a WhatsApp group chat with which we regularly communicate during the week and weekends. Whilst I expect you to keep up with my/ team communications I will expect you to manage your work/life balance. These forms of communication are rarely out-of-hours. I am happy to be contacted on my mobile to discuss any issues that are impacting your ability to fulfil your potential or my/our expectations.

PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me:

In a group meeting

At least once per week

In year 1 of PhD study

At least once per week

In year 2 of PhD study

At least once per week

In year 3 of PhD study

At least once per fortnight

These meetings will be a mixture of face to face, via video chat or telephone and I am usually contactable for an instant response (if required) on every working day.

Working Pattern

The timing of work in my lab is completely flexible, and (other than attending pre-arranged meetings), I expect students to manage their own time.

Notice Period for Feedback

I need at least 2 weeks' notice to provide feedback on written work of up to 5000 words.

MIBTP Project Details

Current Projects (2025-26)

Co-supervisor on a project with Dr Mandeep Kaur Marwah.