NanoGagliato is a first-of-its-kind scientific conference merging intense but informal discussion, STEM education for youths, technological problem-solving, artistic expression, and a solid dose of fun and exploration in vibrant southern Italian coastal communities. What began in 2008 as a gathering of friends and nanoscience experts has transformed into an annual celebration bringing together scientists, physicians, humanitarians, communicators, government leaders, venture capitalists, and of course, the people of Gagliato and its surrounding communities, for five-days of scientific exchange, dissemination and education. NanoGagliato remains anchored to its nanoscience roots, with each conference exploring new facets of the question, how can nanoscience – especially nanomedicine – help solve our world’s most pressing problems?
NanoGagliato & NanoPiccola 2022
27 – 31 July 2022
Gagliato, Italy
Theme: Innovating with Nature: Advances in mRNA, DNA, and More
We are excited to reunite with our friends in Gagliato this summer to continue our shared mission of collaborating for the betterment of humankind. As in 2021, we will work with local health authorities and national and international guidelines to ensure the health and safety of our guests and hosts.
This year’s conference theme is inspired by one of the silver linings of the COVID-19 pandemic: the rise of mRNA technology. Indeed, the development of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19 may have been nanotechnology’s finest hour (thus far!), and highlights the extraordinary promise of using nanotechnology to work with nature to achieve groundbreaking advances in human and world health. Thus, this summer we will explore the theme of “Innovating with Nature: Advances in mRNA, DNA, and More.” Panelists from multiple disciplines and representing several countries will gather to share ideas and spark collaborations to make that vision for the future a reality. Concurrent NanoPiccola events will be held for school children (ages 5 – 14) to learn about nanotechnology and participate in hands-on experiments.
Program
Day 1 – Wednesday, 27 July
Conference attendees arrive in the afternoon and settle into homes.
8 pm
Gagliato welcomes international scientists and friends
Community banquet and celebration
Day 2 – Thursday, 28 July
9 am – 10:30 am
Challenge Session I
Advances in mRNA-based Therapy and Prevention
Marianne De Backer, David Diemert, Julie Bauman
10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Challenge Session II
Biotech Inspired by Nature: Where We Are and Where We’re Going
Lorenzo Pradella, Adriele Prina-Mello, Roberto Molinaro
4 pm – 5:15 pm
Challenge Session III
Engaging Stakeholders for Equitable and Sustainable Global Health
Berndt Schmit, Tess Mateo, Barbara Bass
8 pm
Dinner at the beach
Day 3 – Friday, 29 July
8:30 am – 9:30 am
Challenge Session IV
Where RNA Meets Nano: The Present and the Future
Gianni Ciofani, Marco Farina, Paola Valentini
9:45 am – 10:45 am
Challenge Session V
“Frugal Innovation” in Healthcare and Health Science
Chantal Line Carpentier, Gary Brewster
11 am - 12:30 pm
Visit to NanoPiccola (Junior Academy) Conference
4 pm – 5:15 pm
Challenge Session VI
Mind, Body, and Community Integrations to Improve Mental and Physical Health
Alejandro Chaoul, Lindsay Kent
9 pm
Grande Serata in Piazza
Day 4 – Saturday, 30 July
5:30 am
Nanomedicina all’Alba (Nanomedicine at Dawn)
Lectio by Mauro Ferrari (in Italian) and breakfast
10:30 am
Departure for Day Excursion (TBD)
7:30 pm
Farewell dinner
Day 5 – Sunday, 31 July
Morning
Depart Gagliato
Speakers
Barbara Bass, MD
Dean
GW School of Medicine
Julie Bauman, MD, MPH
Director
GW Cancer Center
Gary Brewster, MBA
Advisor & Board Member
Guido Bottazzo
Industrial Designer
Bicubedesign
Chantal Line Carpentier, PhD
Chief, New York Office
UN Conference on Trade and Development
Alejandro Chaoul, PhD
Founder and Director
The Jung Center’s Mind Body Spirit Institute
Gianni Ciofani, PhD
Research Director
Istituto Italiano di Tecnology
Marianne De Backer, MSc, PhD, MBA
EVP Strategy, BD&L and Open Innovation
Bayer Pharmaceuticals
David Diemert, MD
Professor
The George Washington University
Marco Farina, PhD
Co-Founder and Inventor
Omnidermal Biomedics
Mauro Ferrari, PhD
President, CEO, Scientific Founder
BrYet US Inc.
Lindsay Kent
Filmmaker
Tess Mateo, MBA
Founder and Manging Director
CXCatalysts
Roberto Molinaro, PhD
Business Development Associate
San Raffaele Hospital
Lorenzo Pradella, PhD
Adriele Prina-Mello, PhD
Associate Director of Research
School of Medicine at Trinity College Dublin
Berndt Schmit, MD, MBOE
Founder
Humanitarian Radiology Development Corp
Paola Valentini, PhD
Assistant Professor
University College Dublin
A special thanks to our sponsors
