Dr. Pierfrancesco Pagella

Associate Professor

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Biography

Pierfrancesco Pagella is an Associate Professor at Linköping University, specializing in biotechnology, particularly in organ regeneration and genome engineering. His research focuses on the mechanisms that contribute to organ cell diversity and the development of bio-engineered 3D human organs. His work emphasizes the integration of stem cell biology, tissue engineering, and genomics-proteomics approaches to fabricate fully functional human organs with complete innervation and vascularization. Additionally, he has directed substantial effort towards studying the oro/craniofacial complex, including models of dental cancers and oral cavity diseases. Pagella has been actively involved in international conferences, presenting innovative research at events like the 3rd International Meeting on Regenerative Medicine, where he discussed biomimetic approaches for bioengineering oral tissues and disease models. With experience spanning several prestigious institutions, he has built a robust academic profile in the field of biotechnology and has contributed significantly to advancing the understanding of regenerative medicine through his interdisciplinary research and collaborations.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

Linköping University • Linköping, Sweden

Teaching and conducting research in biotechnology with a focus on organ regeneration.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

2021-01-01 — 2023-12-31

Wallenberg Center for Molecular Medicine • Linköping, Sweden

Research in Molecular Medicine and Virology.

Lecturer/Senior Scientist

2017-01-01 — 2021-12-31

Institute of Oral Biology, University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Lectured and researched in oral biology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2015-01-01 — 2017-12-31

Institute of Oral Biology, University of Zurich • Zurich, Switzerland

Conducted research in oral biology.

Requirements for Linköping University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with a major relevant to the program At least 30 ECTS credits in mathematics/applied mathematics and/or application of mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport/ID
  • Syllabus for relevant courses
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Science and Engineering (Institute of Technology) for international Master's programs.