Pier Giuseppe Pelicci

Pier Giuseppe Pelicci is a Professor at the University of Milan, where he has been a Full Professor of Pathology since 2003. He serves as Chairman of the Department of Experimental Oncology at the European Institute of Oncology (IEO), Milan, and is the President of TTFactor Srl, IEO's technology transfer company. His research spans molecular oncology, genomics, and cancer stem cells.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, University of Perugia, 1987
• Board of Internal Medicine, Summa cum laude, University of Perugia, 1987
• Medical Doctor, Summa cum laude, University of Perugia, 1981

Research Interests: Pelicci’s work focuses on cell cycle control, cancer stem cells, and chromosomal translocations, with significant contributions to understanding tumor heterogeneity and aging signals. His recent publications highlight advancements in chromatin analysis (NA-Seq), leukemia stem cell dynamics, and epigenetic cancer therapies.

Scientific Awards:

• Premio Città di Firenze (2012)
• Swiss Bridge Award (2007)
• Ercole Pisello Award (2000)
• American-Italian Foundation for Cancer Research Award (1998)
• and 19+ fellowships and honors from 1981–2012

Key Roles: He co-directed IEO (2010–today), leads SEMM Foundation (2001–today), and has chaired the IEO Department of Experimental Oncology since 1995.