Stefano Pierini
About Stefano Pierini
Stefano Pierini is a Principal Scientist at Carisma Therapeutics in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has a background in molecular biology and biotechnology, with previous research roles at several academic institutions, including the University of Pennsylvania and the Medical University of Sofia.
Work at Carisma Therapeutics
Stefano Pierini currently serves as Principal Scientist at Carisma Therapeutics, a role he has held since 2022. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Scientist at the same organization starting in 2020, and as Scientist II from 2019 to 2020. His contributions at Carisma Therapeutics are focused on advancing research in the field of immunotherapy and cell therapy, specifically in the development of innovative treatments.
Education and Expertise
Stefano Pierini holds a Master of Science in Molecular Biology from Università di Camerino, which he completed from 2008 to 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from the same institution, studying from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his research and scientific endeavors in oncology and immunotherapy.
Background in Radiation Oncology
Stefano Pierini has a background in radiation oncology, having worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania from 2016 to 2019. During this time, he contributed to research initiatives within the Radiation Oncology Department, focusing on ovarian cancer. His experience in this field has informed his subsequent work in immunotherapy.
Previous Research Positions
Before his tenure at Carisma Therapeutics, Stefano Pierini held several research positions. He was a Research Fellow at the University of Westminster in London for eight months in 2010-2011 and at the Medical University of Sofia in Bulgaria for one year from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he completed his PhD studies at the University of Pennsylvania from 2013 to 2016, specializing in ovarian cancer research.