Professors and Researchers

Pilar Alonso Lecue

Pilar Alonso Lecue

Faculty of Health Sciences

She holds a degree in Pharmacy and a PhD in Molecular Biology, and has extensive experience in scientific research and development. She has over ten years’ experience in clinical trials, coordinating projects with methodological rigour and a multidisciplinary approach. Her work combines biotechnology, experimental analysis and knowledge transfer.

Raquel Martínez Díaz

Raquel Martínez Díaz

Faculty of Health Sciences

Doctor in Advances in Food Science and Biotechnology with a Master in Food Safety and Biotechnology and a degree in Food Science and Technology (University of Burgos). Has worked in several research projects of the University of Burgos in collaboration with important national and international food companies. Is currently coordinator of studies at the Marqués de Valdecilla Health Research Institute (IDIVAL).

Ricardo Lanza Saiz

Ricardo Lanza Saiz

Faculty of Health Sciences

Degree in Psychology, PhD from the University of Cantabria. Master in study and treatment of pain. University Specialist in Clinical Hypnosis. He has done extensive research, teaching and care, especially in the field of children and youth, having developed much of this work in the Marqués de Valdecilla Foundation, the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Cantabria and the University Hospital Marqués de Valdecilla.

Roberto Cabielles Sainz

Roberto Cabielles Sainz

Faculty of Health Sciences

Graduate in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences, Master's Degree in Secondary School Teacher Training, Master's Degree in Physical Activity and Health. In the teaching field, university lecturer and speaker at various national and international conferences. Extensive experience in football, being a UEFA B coach and physical trainer for both teams and individuals. In turn, linked to the rehabilitation of injuries.

Rosario Bengochea Seco

Rosario Bengochea Seco

Faculty of Health Sciences

Degree in Psychology from the Pontifical University of Salamanca. Psychologist specializing in Clinical Psychology. Working as a psychologist since 1998, until 2014 in community Mental Health resources and since then in a Hospital Center, in psychiatry and psychogeriatrics services.

Ruth Beitia Vila

Ruth Beitia Vila

Faculty of Health Sciences

Bacherlor’s Degree in Physiotherapy and Technician in Physical Activities and Sports Animation. She has won 15 medals, including Olympic gold in High Jump at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. She is an ambassador for the Padres 2.0 NGO.