Nadia Zaffaroni, Head of Research Unit (Molecular Pharmacology) 2. Educational background including institution information and year of graduation (type and level of degree received): master's degree in Biological Sciences, University of Milan (1980); PhD in Biotechnological Applications, University of Milan (2000). 3. Work experience: experienced in the field of preclinical pharmacology as team leader (1990–2009) and Head of Research Unit (2010–present) 4. Current and previous research interests: molecular pharmacology of anticancer agents; development of preclinical models (PDXs, 2D/3D cultures); preclinical development of innovative therapeutic approaches; identification and validation of new biomarkers and therapeutic targets; and miRNA-based therapeutics. 5. Memberships of professional societies and awards received: member of the EORTC Translational Research Advisory Committee of EORTC; member of the Steering Committee of the Italian Society of Uro-Oncology; Member of AACR.