Qui sommes-nous
Innovation en biotechnologie de la reproduction
Avantea est un laboratoire européen de référence spécialisé dans les technologies avancées de reproduction animale et la recherche biotechnologique. Nous allions innovation et rigueur scientifique pour développer des solutions de pointe.
Notre siège
Reproduction et biotechnologie avancée
Fondée en 2008
Forte des vingt années d’expérience de ses fondateurs, Cesare Galli et Giovanna Lazzari, l’entreprise s’est imposée comme un modèle d’innovation dans le domaine de la biotechnologie de la reproduction.
Partenaires internationaux
Avantea collabore avec des partenaires internationaux pour développer des solutions de pointe dans les secteurs zootechnique et biomédical.
Supervision et certification
Toutes les activités sont conformes à la réglementation vétérinaire en vigueur, sous la supervision du Comité d’Éthique Indépendant. Avantea est certifiée UNI EN ISO 9001:2015, garantissant la haute qualité de ses processus.
Prof. Cesare Galli
Cofondateur et Directeur Général d’Avantea srl. Diplômé en Médecine Vétérinaire à l’Université de Milan, il poursuit un doctorat postdoctoral à Cambridge (UK), où il développe ses nombreux intérêts scientifiques en biotechnologie de la reproduction : production in vitro d’embryons, clonage somatique chez les bovins, les équins et les porcins, et création de modèles animaux pour la recherche biomédicale.
De retour en Italie, il produit le premier clone bovin d’un taureau adulte (1999) et le premier clone équin au monde (2003). En 2008, il reçoit le Simmet Award de l’ICAR pour ses importantes contributions scientifiques et pratiques à la reproduction animale. En 2017, il reçoit le Pioneer Award de l’AETE pour l’ensemble de sa carrière dans le domaine.
Il a été Président de l’Association Européenne de Transfert d’Embryons (1997-2000), Président de l’International Embryo Technology Society (2021-2022), et Professeur Associé de Biotechnologie de la Reproduction à l’Université de Bologne (2004-2017). Il détient les autorisations ministérielles et régionales pour l’activité de centre de reproduction sur plusieurs espèces animales, et est auteur de plus de 180 publications scientifiques internationales.
Dre Giovanna Lazzari
Co-fondateur d’Avantea srl. Diplômée en Médecine Vétérinaire à l’Université de Milan avec mention très bien et félicitations. Après une formation à la clinique chirurgicale universitaire, elle poursuit ses études post-universitaires à Cambridge (UK), où elle acquiert une expertise spécifique en reproduction animale.
De retour en Italie, elle concentre son activité professionnelle et scientifique sur les techniques de reproduction assistée, obtenant de nombreux financements en collaboration avec des universités et cliniques vétérinaires européennes.
Elle a été Présidente de la Société Italienne de Transfert d’Embryons (1999-2002), puis de l’Association Européenne de Technologies Embryonnaires (2007-2008).
Chez Avantea, elle dirige les activités du laboratoire de reproduction assistée avec un souci constant d’amélioration continue et coordonne les services aux clients. Auteure de nombreuses publications scientifiques dans des revues internationales.
Dr Silvio Audisio
PDG d’Avantea. Diplômé en Chimie et Technologies Pharmaceutiques à l’Université de Turin en 1995, il poursuit avec une bourse à l’Université d’Édimbourg.
De retour en Italie, il débute brièvement comme pharmacien avant de passer à l’industrie pharmaceutique. Il commence chez Sigma-Tau, puis passe dix ans chez Pfizer, évoluant dans les domaines Ventes & Marketing. En 2011, il rejoint Kedrion dans les produits dérivés du plasma. Après une première phase en Italie comme Directeur des Ventes et Fabrication sous contrat, il s’installe à Vienne en 2014 pour diriger les opérations commerciales européennes.
Il développe les marchés allemand et polonais, devenant Directeur Général de Kedrion International. En parallèle, il dirige les filiales suisse et portugaise.
En 2019, il rejoint Biotest AG comme Vice-Président des Opérations Commerciales pour l’Europe de l’Est et du Sud, puis élargit ses responsabilités à l’Asie Centrale, l’Amérique Latine et la région MENA, tout en dirigeant Biotest Italia. En 2024, il rejoint Avantea avec l’ambitieux objectif de contribuer à son expansion et à l’excellence de ses services.
Compétences et technologies
Avantea est un centre d’excellence en reproduction assistée animale, avec une expertise de pointe et une grande expérience en fécondation in vitro, clonage et biotechnologies de la reproduction.
Grâce à une approche scientifique rigoureuse et à une innovation constante, Avantea développe des solutions avancées répondant aux besoins des éleveurs, des cliniques vétérinaires et des centres de recherche dans le monde entier.
Principales innovations d’Avantea en tant que leader international:
Le nostre tecnologie coprono un’ampia gamma di applicazioni per migliorare l’efficienza riproduttiva e la selezione genetica, con soluzioni su misura per diverse specie.
Le nostre tecnologie coprono un’ampia gamma di applicazioni per migliorare l’efficienza riproduttiva e la selezione genetica, con soluzioni su misura per diverse specie.
Riproduzione assistita negli equini
Attraverso la tecnica OPU-ICSI, Avantea è un punto di riferimento internazionale nella produzione di embrioni in vitro, offrendo soluzioni avanzate per cavalli sportivi e da allevamento.
Technologies de reproduction assistée
Nos technologies couvrent un large éventail d’applications pour améliorer l’efficacité reproductive et la sélection génétique, avec des solutions personnalisées pour différentes espèces.
Reproduction assistée chez les chevaux
Grâce à la technique OPU-ICSI, Avantea est une référence internationale dans la production d’embryons in vitro, avec des solutions avancées pour les chevaux de sport et l’élevage.
Reproduction assistée chez les bovins et les buffles
Avec la technique OPU-FIV, nous optimisons la sélection génétique et améliorons l’efficacité reproductive, contribuant à la diffusion des meilleures lignées dans les races laitières et à viande.
Clonage et sauvetage génétique
Nous proposons des solutions innovantes pour préserver les lignées génétiques de grande valeur, assurer le sauvetage génétique et soutenir la recherche scientifique.
Innovation
et recherche
Avantea participe activement à des projets de recherche nationaux et internationaux, faisant progresser la biotechnologie de la reproduction et développant des solutions innovantes pour l’amélioration génétique et la conservation de la biodiversité.
Notre équipe
Une équipe hautement spécialisée alliant expertise en biotechnologie de la reproduction, médecine vétérinaire, recherche scientifique et gestion opérationnelle pour développer des solutions innovantes en reproduction assistée animale.
veterinarians
Our specialists in assisted reproduction and reproductive biotechnologies are experts in the most advanced techniques for in vitro fertilization, embryo transfer, and the management of donor and recipient mares.
Roberto Duchi
Roberto is a veterinary doctor, freelance since 1988. He collaborates with the members of Avantea from the very beginning. He has extensive experience in gynecology and embryo transfer.
At Avantea, he is responsible for the operation of clinical breeding services for horse and cattle breeders in Italy and abroad, as well as for the reproductive management and care of animals involved in research programmes. Responsible for the animal hospital and experimental animal enclosure services. Responsible for the clinical services of OPU and ET for equine and bovine animals, as well as maintaining relations with public veterinary services.
Giovanni Dolci
Giovanni is a veterinary doctor, graduated from the University of Milan, with experience in the field of reproduction and equine breeding. He has served as trustee for JCI (Italian Jockey Club), FISE, former Unire-Mipaaf and ANICA. For 25 years he was director of an Equine Breeding Centre in Bergamo and, subsequently, worked as resident veterinarian at the Eifel Gold Ranch in Belgium. Since 2016 he has been working with Avantea, taking care of the clinical procedures and OPU services for horses, to which he has been exclusively dedicated since 2020.
Massimo Benedetti
Massimo is a veterinary surgeon with ten years of experience in the field of equine reproduction. In Avantea he deals with OPU and embryo transfer, contributing to the management and optimization of reproductive processes to ensure the best results for farmers.
Carlotta Bocci
Carlotta is a veterinary doctor, graduated from the University of Pisa in 2015 with a thesis on the in vitro viability of fresh and vitrified donkey embryos. She has several international work experiences, including an Erasmus traineeship at the University of Cordoba and clinical activity in breeding stations and veterinary clinics in Scotland and France. From 2020 to 2022 she was part of the Equine breeding group at the University of Pisa as a clinical veterinarian, participating in research and student training activities, and holding an externship at the University of Utrecht. Since 2020, she has been engaged in the ECAR College residency program, which is currently underway.. She is MRCVS, member of the Ordre des Vétérinaires Français and the European Placenta Group (EPG). In Avantea, she is responsible for Ovum Pick-Up, embryo transplantation and donor and recipient management.
Lorenza Landriscina
Lorenza is a Veterinary Doctor, graduated from the State University of Milan in 2016 with a thesis on the Ovum Pick-Up in the equine species, carried out in collaboration with Avantea. In 2022 she completed the Graduate School of Equine Medicine and Surgery at the same university, with a thesis on Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in equine reproduction.
She has gained work experience in veterinary clinics in Italy and abroad, including Equibreed NZ, participating in research projects and scientific publications.
In Avantea, she is responsible for the services of Ovum Pick-Up, embryo transplantation and monitoring of receiving horses, contributing to the optimization of equine reproductive techniques.
Antonio Coppola
Antonio is a Veterinary Doctor, with a postgraduate specialization in Physiopathology of Animal Reproduction obtained at the University of Bari. He has almost ten years' experience in the Netherlands, where he was head of a veterinary department at an equine breeding centre. In Avantea, he is responsible for Ovum Pick-Up, embryo transplantation, fetal sexing and reproductive management of the receiving population, contributing to the optimization of reproductive processes and improvement of breeding performance.
Agata Pigoli
Agata is a Veterinary Assistant and Manager of the donor horses, with eight years of experience in the field of breeding sport horses. Graduated in Breeding and Animal Welfare in 2017 at the University of Milan, she obtained the qualification to artificial fertilization for the equine species. In Avantea, she takes care of the care, management and welfare of horses and animals housed, helping to ensure optimal conditions for donors and recipients.
Laboratory
Embryologists, biotechnologists, and specialized technicians work in our state-of-the-art laboratories, applying the most advanced techniques in in vitro fertilization, embryo culture, cloning, and genetic analysis. Our team ensures the highest standards of quality and innovation to support breeders, veterinary clinics, and research institutes.
Silvia Colleoni
Silvia is Head of the Assisted Reproduction Laboratory at Avantea. Graduated in Biotechnology at the University of Milan, she subsequently obtained her PhD. She has many years of experience in the field of assisted reproduction and stem cells and is the author of numerous scientific publications. In Avantea, as well as leading the activities of the assisted reproduction laboratory, she is responsible for logistics management for foreign clinics and participates in the BioRescue project, contributing to the development of advanced reproduction techniques applied to endangered species.
Maria Barandalla
Maria holds a degree in Reproductive Technologies from the University of Oviedo (Spain) and obtained her PhD in 2017 thanks to a Marie Curie scholarship (MSCA EU), in collaboration between Avantea and the University of Utrecht (Netherlands). In Avantea, she deals with assisted reproduction, micromanipulation of oocytes and embryos and preimplantation genetic tests. She has a particular interest in the cell and molecular biology of the embryo and is responsible for the cloning service.
Arianna Peri
Arianna has a degree in Biological Sciences and subsequently obtained her master’s degree in Experimental and Applied Biology at the University of Pavia, where she also obtained a Master’s Degree in Forensic Science. With several years of experience in veterinary-assisted reproduction, particularly in equine reproduction, she is primarily responsible for laboratory activities, assisted reproduction services such as ICSI and the logistics of equine embryos and semen.
Giulia Lini
Giulia has a degree in Cell Molecular Biology from the University of Milan. She is part of the laboratory team for assisted reproduction services and, more recently, has taken on the role of Quality Management Manager, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
Paola Turini
Paola has a solid background in assisted reproduction techniques. She is part of the laboratory team, taking care of the management of the equine assisted reproduction semen material and the daily preparation of the laboratory material. In Avantea, she is also responsible for the Ovum Pick-Up bovine service and the production of embryos for bovine, porcine and buffalo species, contributing to the development and optimization of reproductive techniques.
Marco Scaglia
Marco holds a degree in Veterinary Biotechnology from the University of Milan and is currently working on an industrial doctorate in collaboration with the same university. His research is focused on the analysis of the morphokinetics of equine embryonic development, with the objective of improving the selection methods of embryos produced in vitro through OPU-ICSI. He has been part of the Avantea laboratory team for three years, dealing with assisted reproduction and animal cloning.
Marta Maffini
Marta has a degree in Biology and Biomedical Applications. In Avantea, she is a Laboratory Technician, contributing to the provision of equine assisted reproduction services, supporting laboratory activities and providing assistance in administrative activities.
Research
Scientists and researchers dedicated to the development of new reproductive technologies and the optimization of existing protocols. Avantea participates in national and international research projects, collaborating with universities, research centers, and companies to contribute to scientific innovation in the field of reproductive biotechnology and animal genetics.
Andrea Perota
Andrea is Head of the Molecular Biology Laboratory and Researcher in the field of Veterinary Biotechnology applied to the biomedical sector. He holds a PhD (PhD) and is the author of 20 peer-reviewed scientific publications (h-index = 15) and 2 international patents. Since 2004, he has been involved in the design and in vitro validation of techniques and materials for the genetic modification of somatic cells, aimed at generating animal models (pigs and cattle) for biomedical research.
At Avantea, he contributes to the development of advanced technologies in applied genetics and translational research.
Irina Lagutina
Irina has a degree in Biology and a PhD in Biotechnology (PhD). she is a Senior Researcher, with extensive experience in the micromanipulation of oocytes and embryos of several domestic species and a particular interest in somatic cloning and nuclear reprogramming in bovine, equine and porcine species.
She is the author of numerous scientific publications and, in Avantea, she also devotes herself to the training of new human resources in the field of cell biology and animal reproduction, contributing to the growth and development of specialist skills in the sector.
Constanza Lopez
Constanza has a degree in Biotechnology and a PhD in Biological Sciences (PhD). Participated in several research projects through doctoral and post-doctoral fellowships between 2007 and 2022, leading to the publication of 11 peer-reviewed articles (h-index = 8), 1 patent and several oral presentations at scientific conferences.
At Avantea, she is involved in molecular biology techniques for the characterisation of pig and bovine models in the biomedical field, as well as nutritional biochemistry.
Giulia Brillantino
Giulia has a degree in Medical Biotechnology from the University of Brescia. She completed the traineeship in Avantea, deepening the techniques of production of embryos and animals for xenotransplantation.
Currently, she is part of the laboratory team, supporting the equine and porcine assisted reproduction activities. It is also involved in molecular and cell biology, contributing to the production and characterisation of genetically modified animal models.
Business office
The organizational and management core of Avantea, responsible for customer relations, logistics, administrative support, and strategic development.
Elisabetta Esposito
Elisabetta is a Finance Manager at Avantea, graduated in Economics and Business Law, with a solid experience in accounting and financial control. After four years as an auditor at PWC, where she followed companies in the industrial sector, she worked for six years in a multinational company in the Oil & Gas sector as Financial Controller.
At Avantea, she is responsible for the regular maintenance of accounting, periodic reporting and all Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) activities, ensuring efficient and strategic financial management.
Marco Muscariello
Marco is Marketing Manager at Avantea, with over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector. Graduated in Business and Management, he gained international experience working in Frankfurt in the Global Marketing of Biotest AG, where he managed communication strategies and brand positioning for international markets. In Avantea he is responsible for the marketing and communication strategy, with the aim of strengthening brand awareness and expanding the network of customers and partners.
Chiara Barbiani
Chiara holds a degree in Economics and Management from the State University of Milan and subsequently obtained a Master in Digital Marketing at 24 Ore Business School. She has experience in the sector since 2020 and has developed skills in administrative management and customer support.
In Avantea, it is part of the Administrative Office and Customer Service, taking care of the management of administrative activities and the relationship with customers, guaranteeing a continuous and high quality support. She is also responsible for coordinating internal operations, contributing to the company’s efficiency and success.
Mare Stables
The team dedicated to animal care, facility management, and maintaining environments to ensure the highest well-being of mares and other farmed species.
Gianluca Lazzarini
Gianluca is Agrotecnico and in Avantea he deals with the organization of agricultural staff and the management and maintenance of equipment. He is responsible for the care of the green and irrigation system, as well as seasonal treatments with insecticides and herbicides. It also supports the veterinarians in their daily activities, takes care of the management of animals in hospital and the recovery of biological material for scientific research in the laboratory.
Samuele Concari
Samuele has been part of the Avantea team since 2022. He is responsible for animal feed, stable management and green care. It also supports veterinarians in their daily activities, contributing to animal welfare and management.
Giovanni Tessaroli
Giovanni is a Livestock Specialist, he takes care of the welfare of animals from the entrance to Avantea to the exit.
Francesco Taffurelli
Francesco is a Livestock Worker, with four years of experience in the horse and pig sector. In Avantea, he is responsible for the feeding, cleaning and management of horses on the ground, as well as grooming activities and veterinary care, contributing to animal welfare.
Mauro Zani
Mauro is an agricultural expert and has been part of the Avantea team since July 2023. He manages the animal enclosures and takes care of the animals in hospital. It also supports veterinarians during interventions and in daily activities, contributing to animal welfare and management.
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Roberto
Duchi
Veterinarians
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Giovanni
Dolci
Veterinarians
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Massimo
Benedetti
Veterinarians
Roberto Duchi
Roberto is a veterinary doctor, freelance since 1988. He collaborates with the members of Avantea from the very beginning. He has extensive experience in gynecology and embryo transfer.
At Avantea, he is responsible for the operation of clinical breeding services for horse and cattle breeders in Italy and abroad, as well as for the reproductive management and care of animals involved in research programmes. Responsible for the animal hospital and experimental animal enclosure services. Responsible for the clinical services of OPU and ET for equine and bovine animals, as well as maintaining relations with public veterinary services.
Giovanni Dolci
Giovanni is a veterinary doctor, graduated from the University of Milan, with experience in the field of reproduction and equine breeding. He has served as trustee for JCI (Italian Jockey Club), FISE, former Unire-Mipaaf and ANICA. For 25 years he was director of an Equine Breeding Centre in Bergamo and, subsequently, worked as resident veterinarian at the Eifel Gold Ranch in Belgium. Since 2016 he has been working with Avantea, taking care of the clinical procedures and OPU services for horses, to which he has been exclusively dedicated since 2020.
Massimo Benedetti
Massimo is a veterinary surgeon with ten years of experience in the field of equine reproduction. In Avantea he deals with OPU and embryo transfer, contributing to the management and optimization of reproductive processes to ensure the best results for farmers.
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Carlotta
Bocci
Veterinarians
Carlotta Bocci
Carlotta is a veterinary doctor, graduated from the University of Pisa in 2015 with a thesis on the in vitro viability of fresh and vitrified donkey embryos. She has several international work experiences, including an Erasmus traineeship at the University of Cordoba and clinical activity in breeding stations and veterinary clinics in Scotland and France. From 2020 to 2022 she was part of the Equine breeding group at the University of Pisa as a clinical veterinarian, participating in research and student training activities, and holding an externship at the University of Utrecht. Since 2020, she has been engaged in the ECAR College residency program, which is currently underway.. She is MRCVS, member of the Ordre des Vétérinaires Français and the European Placenta Group (EPG). In Avantea, she is responsible for Ovum Pick-Up, embryo transplantation and donor and recipient management.
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Lorenza
Landriscina
Veterinarians
Lorenza Landriscina
Lorenza is a Veterinary Doctor, graduated from the State University of Milan in 2016 with a thesis on the Ovum Pick-Up in the equine species, carried out in collaboration with Avantea. In 2022 she completed the Graduate School of Equine Medicine and Surgery at the same university, with a thesis on Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in equine reproduction.
She has gained work experience in veterinary clinics in Italy and abroad, including Equibreed NZ, participating in research projects and scientific publications.
In Avantea, she is responsible for the services of Ovum Pick-Up, embryo transplantation and monitoring of receiving horses, contributing to the optimization of equine reproductive techniques.
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Antonio
Coppola
Veterinarians
Antonio Coppola
Antonio is a Veterinary Doctor, with a postgraduate specialization in Physiopathology of Animal Reproduction obtained at the University of Bari. He has almost ten years’ experience in the Netherlands, where he was head of a veterinary department at an equine breeding centre. In Avantea, he is responsible for Ovum Pick-Up, embryo transplantation, fetal sexing and reproductive management of the receiving population, contributing to the optimization of reproductive processes and improvement of breeding performance.
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Agata
Pigoli
Veterinarians
Agata Pigoli
Agata is a Veterinary Assistant and Manager of the donor horses, with eight years of experience in the field of breeding sport horses. Graduated in Breeding and Animal Welfare in 2017 at the University of Milan, she obtained the qualification to artificial fertilization for the equine species. In Avantea, she takes care of the care, management and welfare of horses and animals housed, helping to ensure optimal conditions for donors and recipients.
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Silvia
Colleoni
Laboratory
Silvia Colleoni
Silvia is Head of the Assisted Reproduction Laboratory at Avantea. Graduated in Biotechnology at the University of Milan, she subsequently obtained her PhD. She has many years of experience in the field of assisted reproduction and stem cells and is the author of numerous scientific publications. In Avantea, as well as leading the activities of the assisted reproduction laboratory, she is responsible for logistics management for foreign clinics and participates in the BioRescue project, contributing to the development of advanced reproduction techniques applied to endangered species.
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Maria
Barandalla
Laboratory
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Arianna
Peri
Laboratory
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Giulia
Lini
Laboratory
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Paola
Turini
Laboratory
Maria Barandalla
Maria holds a degree in Reproductive Technologies from the University of Oviedo (Spain) and obtained her PhD in 2017 thanks to a Marie Curie scholarship (MSCA EU), in collaboration between Avantea and the University of Utrecht (Netherlands). In Avantea, she deals with assisted reproduction, micromanipulation of oocytes and embryos and preimplantation genetic tests. She has a particular interest in the cell and molecular biology of the embryo and is responsible for the cloning service.
Arianna Peri
Arianna has a degree in Biological Sciences and subsequently obtained her master’s degree in Experimental and Applied Biology at the University of Pavia, where she also obtained a Master’s Degree in Forensic Science. With several years of experience in veterinary-assisted reproduction, particularly in equine reproduction, she is primarily responsible for laboratory activities, assisted reproduction services such as ICSI and the logistics of equine embryos and semen.
Giulia Lini
Giulia has a degree in Cell Molecular Biology from the University of Milan. She is part of the laboratory team for assisted reproduction services and, more recently, has taken on the role of Quality Management Manager, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards.
Paola Turini
Paola has a solid background in assisted reproduction techniques. She is part of the laboratory team, taking care of the management of the equine assisted reproduction semen material and the daily preparation of the laboratory material. In Avantea, she is also responsible for the Ovum Pick-Up bovine service and the production of embryos for bovine, porcine and buffalo species, contributing to the development and optimization of reproductive techniques.
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Marco
Scaglia
Laboratory
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Marta
Maffini
Laboratory
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Andrea
Perota
Biotechnology
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Irina
Lagutina
Biotechnology
Marco Scaglia
Marco holds a degree in Veterinary Biotechnology from the University of Milan and is currently working on an industrial doctorate in collaboration with the same university. His research is focused on the analysis of the morphokinetics of equine embryonic development, with the objective of improving the selection methods of embryos produced in vitro through OPU-ICSI. He has been part of the Avantea laboratory team for three years, dealing with assisted reproduction and animal cloning.
Marta Maffini
Marta has a degree in Biology and Biomedical Applications. In Avantea, she is a Laboratory Technician, contributing to the provision of equine assisted reproduction services, supporting laboratory activities and providing assistance in administrative activities.
Andrea Perota
Andrea is Head of the Molecular Biology Laboratory and Researcher in the field of Veterinary Biotechnology applied to the biomedical sector. He holds a PhD (PhD) and is the author of 20 peer-reviewed scientific publications (h-index = 15) and 2 international patents. Since 2004, he has been involved in the design and in vitro validation of techniques and materials for the genetic modification of somatic cells, aimed at generating animal models (pigs and cattle) for biomedical research.
At Avantea, he contributes to the development of advanced technologies in applied genetics and translational research.
Irina Lagutina
Irina has a degree in Biology and a PhD in Biotechnology (PhD). she is a Senior Researcher, with extensive experience in the micromanipulation of oocytes and embryos of several domestic species and a particular interest in somatic cloning and nuclear reprogramming in bovine, equine and porcine species.
She is the author of numerous scientific publications and, in Avantea, she also devotes herself to the training of new human resources in the field of cell biology and animal reproduction, contributing to the growth and development of specialist skills in the sector.
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Constanza
Lopez
Biotechnology
Constanza Lopez
Constanza has a degree in Biotechnology and a PhD in Biological Sciences (PhD). Participated in several research projects through doctoral and post-doctoral fellowships between 2007 and 2022, leading to the publication of 11 peer-reviewed articles (h-index = 8), 1 patent and several oral presentations at scientific conferences.
At Avantea, she is involved in molecular biology techniques for the characterisation of pig and bovine models in the biomedical field, as well as nutritional biochemistry.
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Giulia
Brillantino
Biotechnology
Giulia Brillantino
Giulia has a degree in Medical Biotechnology from the University of Brescia. She completed the traineeship in Avantea, deepening the techniques of production of embryos and animals for xenotransplantation.
Currently, she is part of the laboratory team, supporting the equine and porcine assisted reproduction activities. It is also involved in molecular and cell biology, contributing to the production and characterisation of genetically modified animal models.
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Elisabetta
Esposito
Business office
Elisabetta Esposito
Elisabetta is a Finance Manager at Avantea, graduated in Economics and Business Law, with a solid experience in accounting and financial control. After four years as an auditor at PWC, where she followed companies in the industrial sector, she worked for six years in a multinational company in the Oil & Gas sector as Financial Controller.
At Avantea, she is responsible for the regular maintenance of accounting, periodic reporting and all Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) activities, ensuring efficient and strategic financial management.
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Marco
Muscariello
Business office
Marco Muscariello
Marco is Marketing Manager at Avantea, with over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector. Graduated in Business and Management, he gained international experience working in Frankfurt in the Global Marketing of Biotest AG, where he managed communication strategies and brand positioning for international markets. In Avantea he is responsible for the marketing and communication strategy, with the aim of strengthening brand awareness and expanding the network of customers and partners.
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Chiara
Barbiani
Business office
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Gianluca
Lazzarini
Mare stables
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Samuele
Concari
Mare stables
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Giovanni
Tessaroli
Mare stables
Chiara Barbiani
Chiara holds a degree in Economics and Management from the State University of Milan and subsequently obtained a Master in Digital Marketing at 24 Ore Business School. She has experience in the sector since 2020 and has developed skills in administrative management and customer support.
In Avantea, it is part of the Administrative Office and Customer Service, taking care of the management of administrative activities and the relationship with customers, guaranteeing a continuous and high quality support. She is also responsible for coordinating internal operations, contributing to the company’s efficiency and success
Gianluca Lazzarini
Gianluca is Agrotecnico and in Avantea he deals with the organization of agricultural staff and the management and maintenance of equipment. He is responsible for the care of the green and irrigation system, as well as seasonal treatments with insecticides and herbicides. It also supports the veterinarians in their daily activities, takes care of the management of animals in hospital and the recovery of biological material for scientific research in the laboratory.
Samuele Concari
Samuele has been part of the Avantea team since 2022. He is responsible for animal feed, stable management and green care. It also supports veterinarians in their daily activities, contributing to animal welfare and management.
Giovanni Tessaroli
Giovanni is a Livestock Specialist, he takes care of the welfare of animals from the entrance to Avantea to the exit.
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Francesco
Taffurelli
Mare stables
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Mauro
Zani
Mare stables
Francesco Taffurelli
Francesco is a Livestock Worker, with four years of experience in the horse and pig sector. In Avantea, he is responsible for the feeding, cleaning and management of horses on the ground, as well as grooming activities and veterinary care, contributing to animal welfare.
Mauro Zani
Mauro is an agricultural expert and has been part of the Avantea team since July 2023. He manages the animal enclosures and takes care of the animals in hospital. It also supports veterinarians during interventions and in daily activities, contributing to animal welfare and management.