Ascensión holds a Bachelor's degree (1996) and a PhD (2001) in Biology from the Universidad de Navarra. She is a researcher in the cell therapy area and the Immunology and Immunotherapy Department at the Clínica Universidad de Navarra. Her expertise lies in developing innovative immuno therapy strategies for cancer treatment. Additionally, she serves as the Quality Control Manager for the GMP-certified laboratory, where she oversees the development and execution of clinical trials and the production of immuno therapy products.