Dr. Marianna Carone
Résumé
Marianna holds a degree in Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technology from the University of Urbino Carlo Bo (Italy), graduating with the highest honors and receiving a special distinction in 2019. Her academic achievements were acknowledged by being listed twice among the top 100 students at the university. During her studies, she embarked on two international stays: first at the University of Ljubljana (Slovenia) and later at the Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research in Dresden (Germany).
Following her graduation, Marianna obtained the title of pharmacist through the State exam. She continued her academic journey by completing her Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Technology at the University of Bern under the supervision of Prof. Paola Luciani, earning the highest honors and distinction upon completion in April 2023. During her Ph.D., Marianna co-founded PharmaCamp in 2021—a platform bridging academia and industry—showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to fostering collaboration. Under her coordination, PharmaCamp established long-term collaborations with big pharma companies and academic institutions throughout Switzerland. Marianna later served as a strategic advisor, ensuring the platform’s growth and continuity.
In May 2023, she transitioned to the role of R&D scientist at InnoMedica, overseeing the development of a parenteral production in clinical phase 1. Now, in May 2024, Marianna has returned to academia, starting an industrial postdoc with NovoNordisk and Prof. Paolo Arosio at ETH Zurich.