Prof. Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia | brain disease targeting | Best Researcher Award
Associate Professor, University of Turin, Italy
Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia is an Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Technology at the University of Turin, where he has made significant contributions to the field of pharmaceutical science. His work focuses on innovative drug delivery systems, particularly using solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) and nanoemulsions. With a PhD in Drug Science from the University of Turin, Luigi has built a successful career in both academia and industry. He has been involved in numerous research projects aimed at advancing the treatment of brain diseases, including gliomas and neurodegenerative conditions, through nanotechnology. Luigi has published extensively in top-tier journals and holds multiple patents for his groundbreaking work. He collaborates with several prestigious institutions and is a recognized expert in drug targeting and delivery systems.
Profile
Education
Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia completed his degree in Pharmacy at the University of Turin in 2002. He continued his academic journey with a PhD in Drug Science from the same institution in 2009. Over the years, he has held several academic roles at the University of Turin, including Research Associate, Assistant Professor, and Tenure-track Assistant Professor, before becoming an Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Technology in 2020. His academic training has laid the foundation for his pioneering research in pharmaceutical technology, drug delivery, and nanomedicine. Battaglia has actively engaged in national and international collaborations, further enhancing his knowledge and expertise in the field.
Experience
Luigi Battaglia has more than two decades of experience in pharmaceutical technology and nanomedicine. He started his career as a Research Associate in the Department of Drug Science and Technology at the University of Turin, where he worked from 2006 to 2012. In 2012, he became an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, later transitioning to a Tenure-track position at the Department of Drug Science and Technology. Since 2020, Luigi has been serving as an Associate Professor. Throughout his career, he has led several significant research projects, securing funding from various national and European sources. He has published over 70 articles in top scientific journals and is the author of numerous book chapters and patents. Luigi’s consultancy work with companies such as R BioTransfer further demonstrates his expertise in applying scientific knowledge to real-world challenges, particularly in cancer treatment and brain disease therapies.
Research Focus
Luigi Sebastiano Battaglia’s research focuses on the development of innovative drug delivery systems, with a particular emphasis on solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) and nanoemulsions. His work aims to address major challenges in the treatment of brain diseases, including gliomas, neurodegenerative disorders, and cerebrovascular conditions. Luigi has pioneered the preparation of ultrasmall SLNs and the functionalization of nanoemulsions with cell membrane fragments, allowing for more targeted and efficient drug delivery. His research also explores surface modifications of nanocarriers to enhance the transport of biologically active compounds across biological barriers such as the blood-brain barrier. A significant part of his research is dedicated to overcoming obstacles in drug targeting, particularly for cancer therapies. Through his innovative approach, Luigi aims to improve the efficacy and safety of drug treatments for various neurological conditions and disorders.
Publication Top Notes
- Green Solid Lipid Nanoparticles by Coacervation of Fatty Acids: An Innovative Cosmetic Ingredient for the Delivery of Anti-Age Compounds Through the Skin 🌱💊
- Ultrasmall Solid Lipid Nanoparticles as a Potential Innovative Delivery System for a Drug Combination Against Glioma 🧠💉
- Concanavalin A Grafted Nanoemulsions for Nasal Delivery: Preliminary Studies with Fluorescently Labelled Formulations 👃💡
- Green Solid Lipid Nanoparticles by Fatty Acid Coacervation: An Innovative Nasal Delivery Tool for Drugs Targeting Cerebrovascular and Neurological Diseases 🌿🧠
- Cell Membrane Fragment-Wrapped Parenteral Nanoemulsions: A New Drug Delivery Tool to Target Gliomas 🧬💉
- Navigating the Nose-to-Brain Route: A Systematic Review on Lipid-Based Nanocarriers for Central Nervous System Disorders 🔬🧠
- Alendronate-Grafted Nanoemulsions for Bone-Targeted Vincristine Delivery: Preliminary Studies on Cell and Animal Models 🦴💊