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Research interests
Professor Constantinou’ research is centered around cancer biology and oncology, with a specific focus on molecular pathways of tumorigenesis. Additionally, she is interested in the field of lifestyle medicine, exploring the impact of nutrition, exercise, sleep, avoidance of risky substances, stress management, and social relationships, in the prevention and management of cancer and other chronic diseases.
Education/Academic qualification
Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, University of Hertfordshire
Jan 2011 → Feb 2012
PhD, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Thesis: Regulation of translation by p53. Research Laboratory: Translational Control Group, Molecular and Metabolic Signalling Centre, Division of Basic Medical Sciences. Project supervisor: Prof. Michael J. Clemens, St. George's University of London
Nov 2001 → Jul 2005
Master, General and Medical Microbiology, University College London (UCL)
Sept 1997 → Sept 1998
Bachelor, Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Cornell University
Aug 1993 → Jan 1997
External positions
Honary Senior Lecturer within the Division of Population Health Sciences & Education, St. George's University of London
2012 → …
Visiting Lecturer, Department of Nursing, School of Health Sciences, Frederick University
Jan 2010 → Jun 2010
Research and Development Manager, Yasoo Health Ltd.
Jan 2009 → Feb 2010
Visiting Lecturer / Special Scientist, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences, University of Cyprus
Feb 2007 → Dec 2009
Research and Development Project Manage, Yasoo Health Ltd.
Sept 2006 → Dec 2008
Post-doctoral Research Fellow, St. George's University of London
Aug 2005 → Aug 2006
PhD student, Teaching and student supervision, St. George's University of London
Feb 2003 → Jun 2006
Biologist, Paraskevaidion Surgical and Transplant Foundation
Nov 1999 → Oct 2001
Technologist, Department of Molecular Genetics C, The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics
Nov 1998 → Oct 1999
Laboratory Technologist, Chemlab Clinical Laboratory
Jan 1997 → Jul 1997
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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From the gut to the brain: The involvement of the gut microbiota in the development and progression of glioblastoma
Toumazi, D., Charalambous, C., Constantinou, C. & Nicolaou, N., 1 Jan 2026, In: Neuro-Oncology Advances. 8, 1, vdaf267.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Effectiveness of School-Based Psycho-Educational Interventions in Preventing Sub-clinical Anxiety and Stress in Adolescents
Papageorgiou, A., Andreou, P., Savva, Z., Kossenas, K., Quattrocchi, A., Charalambous, H., Demetriou, C., Philippou, E., Kolokotroni, O., Michail, K., Nicolaou, C. & Constantinou, C., 2025, (Accepted/In press) In: Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Navigating the Colorectal Cancer Maze: Unveiling Pathways To Diagnosis, Management, Pathophysiology and Prevention
Al Kamzari, K. A. M. & Constantinou, C., 2025, (Accepted/In press) In: Current Oncology Reports.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Ovarian Cancer and Its Association with Endometriosis: A Narrative Review
Constantinou, C., Kyriacou, I. & Vaidakis , D., 2025, In: Oncology Research and Treatment. p. 1-18 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Rethinking culture: a narrative review on the evolving role of museum and art gallery-based heritage activities and programmes on wellbeing
Fares, J., Hadjicosti, I. & Constantinou, C., 2025, In: Perspectives in Public Health. 145, 3, p. 144-156Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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