Dr. Alejandro Martin-Montalvo | Research Excellence | Research Excellence Award

Alejandro Martin-Montalvo Sánchez is a Principal Investigator at CSIC-CABIMER, internationally recognized for his contributions to metabolism and aging research. His work focuses on developing pharmacological strategies to promote healthy aging and extend healthspan through experimental models ranging from yeast to mammals and translational human studies. He has authored more than sixty high-impact scientific publications, holds multiple patents, and maintains a strong citation record, reflecting sustained scientific influence. His research has helped establish key paradigms, including the role of metabolic modulators such as metformin, sirtuin activators, and hydrogen sulphide in delaying age-related decline. As leader of an emerging research group, he has successfully secured competitive funding, supervised doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, and built international collaborations with leading scientists. Beyond research, he actively contributes as a journal editor, reviewer, scientific evaluator, and mentor, while also engaging in public outreach and industry-linked translational projects aimed at improving human health and longevity.