Francesca Vianello
About Francesca Vianello
Francesca Vianello is a Structural Bioinformatics Research Scientist currently employed at Exscientia in Oxford, England. She has a background in Chemical Biology and Chemistry, with previous research experience at prestigious institutions such as Imperial College London and MIT.
Work at Exscientia
Francesca Vianello has been employed at Exscientia as a Structural Bioinformatics Research Scientist since 2020. In this role, she focuses on the intersection of structural biology and bioinformatics, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in drug discovery. Her work involves analyzing biological data to support the design and optimization of therapeutic candidates. Exscientia is known for its application of artificial intelligence in drug development, and Vianello's expertise plays a crucial role in advancing these initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Francesca Vianello holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Chemistry with Molecular Physics from Imperial College London, which she completed from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education with a Master of Research (MRes) in Chemical Biology of Health and Disease at the same institution, graduating in 2016. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both chemistry and biology, essential for her research in structural bioinformatics.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current role at Exscientia, Francesca Vianello gained diverse experience in research and data science. She worked as a PhD student at Imperial College London from 2016 to 2020, where she developed her research skills. In 2020, she was a visiting PhD student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology for three months. Additionally, she served as a Data Scientist at causaLens for one month in 2019 and completed a summer internship at MTM London in 2014.
Research Contributions
During her academic career, Francesca Vianello has contributed to various research projects, particularly in the fields of structural biology and bioinformatics. Her work at Imperial College London involved in-depth studies that enhanced her understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying health and disease. These contributions have equipped her with the analytical skills necessary for her current research at Exscientia.