Allyse Mazzarelli, M.S.
About Allyse Mazzarelli, M.S.
Allyse Mazzarelli, M.S., is a Scientist II specializing in In Vivo Pharmacology and Immunotherapy at ElevateBio. With a strong background in gene therapy and neuroscience, she has contributed to multiple IND submissions and has held various roles in research and development across several biotechnology companies.
Work at ElevateBio
Allyse Mazzarelli currently holds the position of Scientist II in In Vivo Pharmacology and Immunotherapy at ElevateBio. She has been with the company since 2021, contributing her expertise in pharmacology to support the development of innovative therapies. Her role involves designing and implementing in vivo studies to evaluate the efficacy and safety of therapeutic candidates.
Education and Expertise
Allyse Mazzarelli earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, from 2008 to 2012. She furthered her education at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, where she completed a Master of Science in Clinical Research from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she obtained a Certificate in Regulatory Affairs during the same period, enhancing her knowledge in pharmacy administration and regulatory policies.
Background in Research and Development
Allyse Mazzarelli has extensive experience in research and development within the pharmaceutical industry. She worked as a Research Associate at the Lacreuse Laboratory at the University of Massachusetts Amherst from 2009 to 2011. She also held positions at various organizations, including Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Voyager Therapeutics, Inc., where she focused on preclinical pharmacology and drug delivery systems.
Achievements in Drug Development
Throughout her career, Allyse Mazzarelli has participated in three successful Investigational New Drug (IND) submissions, facilitating the translation of drug candidates to clinical settings. Her work has involved developing in vivo strategies for multiple animal species, including non-human primates and canines, to support gene therapy programs.
Professional Experience in Pharmacology
Allyse Mazzarelli has held several significant roles in the field of pharmacology. Prior to her current role at ElevateBio, she worked at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. as a Scientist focusing on In Vivo Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Biodistribution from 2018 to 2021. She also served as a Senior Associate Scientist at Voyager Therapeutics, Inc., where she specialized in neuroscience and preclinical pharmacology.