Michela Palmieri

Dr. Michela Palmieri is a Researcher (RTDA) at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University's School of Medicine and Surgery and Project Leader in the Neuroscience Division at San Raffaele Hospital in Milan. Her research focuses on understanding the autophagy-lysosomal pathway during brain development in both health and disease, with particular emphasis on Rett syndrome.

Education:

• PhD in Medical Genetics, Second University of Naples (2010)
• Specialist Degree in Biology, Second University of Naples (2006)
• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences, Second University of Naples (2004)

Dr. Palmieri's research spans molecular biology, neuroscience, and neurodevelopmental disorders, with a focus on the autophagy-lysosomal pathway's role in brain development and disease. Her work has identified molecular pathways altered in Rett syndrome and explored potential therapeutic targets. Her recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on understanding MECP2-related mechanisms, autophagy dysfunction in neurological disorders, and developing targeted interventions for neurodevelopmental conditions.

Scientific Awards:

• PNRR Giovane Ricercatore - MSCA (2022)
• Giovani Ricercatori - Ricerca Finalizzata (2019)
• Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship (2018)
• Best Poster at Gordon Research Conference on Autophagy (2016)

As a Principal Investigator and Project Leader, Dr. Palmieri has secured significant research funding including PNRR MSCA and Ricerca Finalizzata grants. She supervises PhD students like Sara Carli and serves on editorial boards for Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience and Frontiers in Medicine. Her laboratory at San Raffaele Hospital focuses on understanding autophagy pathways in Rett syndrome and developing therapeutic strategies targeting lysosomal function.