Connecting the dots: Tech, Research & people

I began my career in Computer Engineering, initially focused on the technical challenges of the field. However, I soon discovered that computational tools gained a new, more compelling purpose when applied to the life sciences. This realization led me to a PhD in Computational Biology, where I learned to translate biological problems into structured, actionable data.

During my Postdoc at EMBL Heidelberg and my work with the Galaxy Project, my perspective shifted from the technical ‘bench’ to the broader ‘ecosystem’. I understood that great science requires more than just raw data; it needs robust infrastructure, active communities, and strategic coordination.

Today, I leverage my experience in large-scale European initiatives to bridge the gap between technology and research. My work focuses on designing programs that foster interdisciplinary collaboration, from AI-driven image analysis and FAIR workflows to connecting people and resources to make open science a reality.