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Dr. Monica Sandri | Materiali per la Salute | Best Researcher Award

Dirigente di Ricerca  at Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Italy

Monica Sandri, Ph.D., is a distinguished scientist specializing in biomaterials and ceramics. She earned her M.Sc. in Pure Chemistry in 2001 and a Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences in 2006 from the University of Bologna. Currently, a Research Director at the National Research Council of Italy (ISTEC-CNR), she has held key roles since 2002. Sandri is renowned for her work on biomaterials and nanotechnologies. With over two decades of research experience, she has led significant scientific projects, contributing substantially to advanced ceramics and biomedical research.

Profile

Education

Monica Sandri obtained her M.Sc. in Pure Chemistry (109/110) from the University of Bologna in 2001. In 2003, she achieved national qualification to pursue professional work as a chemist. She later completed her Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences from the same institution in 2006. In 2016, Sandri further expanded her expertise by attending an advanced short course in BioEntrepreneurship and “Biobusiness” at the University of Italian Switzerland in Lugano, honing her skills in the entrepreneurial aspects of biotechnological research.

Experience

Monica Sandri began her career as a Fellow Researcher at ISTEC-CNR from 2002 to 2006. She then held the role of Researcher (III Level) from 2007 to 2013, before becoming a Permanent Researcher (III Level) from 2014 to 2019. In 2018, she was promoted to Lead Researcher (II Level), where she worked until 2022. As of June 2021, Sandri is a Research Director (I Level) at ISTEC-CNR. Throughout her career, she has been responsible for laboratories and research lines, focusing on biomaterials and advanced ceramic technologies.

Awards and Honors

Monica Sandri has received significant recognition for her scientific contributions. In 2021, she achieved the prestigious position of Research Director at ISTEC-CNR, following her qualification in the competitive “CHIMICA E MATERIALI PER LA SALUTE E LE SCIENZE DELLA VITA” ranking. In 2018, she secured ninth place in the qualification process for Lead Researcher. Sandri’s innovative research in biomaterials has earned her numerous accolades throughout her career, reflecting her leadership in science and technology for ceramics and health materials.

Research Focus

Monica Sandri’s research centers on biomaterials, ceramics, and nanotechnologies for health applications. She has led multiple research lines, including the synthesis of biomaterials and the study of nano-bio-magnetism. Her focus on developing advanced materials for biomedical uses spans bio-compatible ceramics, drug delivery systems, and regenerative medicine. Sandri has also worked on integrating nano-technological solutions into health sciences, contributing to innovations in tissue engineering, magnetic biomaterials, and implantable medical devices.

Conclusion

Monica Sandri, Ph.D., is highly qualified for the Best Researcher Award, given her extensive experience, leadership capabilities, and commitment to advancing the field of health materials. Her scientific responsibilities demonstrate her ability to innovate and contribute meaningfully to healthcare solutions. By focusing on expanding her publication record and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, she can further enhance her contributions to the field. Overall, her achievements and potential make her a strong candidate for this prestigious recognition.

Publication Top Notes

Multiple‐Layer Chitosan‐Based Patches Medicated With LTX‐109 Antimicrobial Peptide for Modulated Local Therapy in the Management of Chronic Wounds

Journal: Macromolecular Bioscience

Publication Date: October 14, 2024

DOI: 10.1002/mabi.202400375

Contributors: Sara Bernardoni, Lucia Ferrazzano, Chiara Palladino, Chiara Artusi, Francesca Bonvicini, Elisabetta Campodoni, Giovanna Angela Gentilomi, Alessandra Tolomelli, Monica Sandri.

Summary: This study presents the development of chitosan-based patches containing LTX-109, an antimicrobial peptide aimed at enhancing local treatment of chronic wounds through modulated delivery systems.

Marine-Inspired Approaches as a Smart Tool to Face Osteochondral Regeneration

Journal: Marine Drugs

Publication Date: March 28, 2023

DOI: 10.3390/md21040212

Contributors: Anna Tampieri, Elizaveta Kon, Monica Sandri, Elisabetta Campodoni, Massimiliano Dapporto, Simone Sprio.

Summary: This article discusses innovative marine-derived strategies for osteochondral regeneration, highlighting the potential of marine biomaterials in biomedical applications.

Environmental Hazards of Nanobiomaterials (Hydroxyapatite-Based NMs)—A Case Study with Folsomia candida—Effects from Long Term Exposure

Journal: Toxics

Publication Date: November 2022

DOI: 10.3390/toxics10110704

Contributors: Bruno Guimarães, Susana IL Gomes, Elisabetta Campodoni, Monica Sandri, Simone Sprio, Magda Blosi, Anna Luisa Costa, Mónica JB Amorim, Janeck J. Scott-Fordsmand.

Summary: This research investigates the long-term environmental effects of hydroxyapatite-based nanobiomaterials on Folsomia candida, contributing to the understanding of nanobiomaterials’ ecological risks.

Safer and Sustainable-by-Design Hydroxyapatite Nanobiomaterials for Biomedical Applications: Assessment of Environmental Hazards

Journal: Nanomaterials

Publication Date: November 2022

DOI: 10.3390/nano12224060

Contributors: Susana IL Gomes, Bruno Guimarães, Elisabetta Campodoni, Monica Sandri, Simone Sprio, Magda Blosi, Anna Luisa Costa, Janeck J. Scott-Fordsmand, Mónica JB Amorim.

Summary: This article presents an assessment of the environmental hazards associated with hydroxyapatite nanobiomaterials designed for biomedical use, advocating for sustainability in their design.

Additive-Free Gelatine-Based Devices for Chondral Tissue Regeneration: Shaping Process Comparison among Mould Casting and Three-Dimensional Printing

Journal: Polymers

Publication Date: March 2022

DOI: 10.3390/polym14051036

Contributors: Margherita Montanari, Alex Sangiorgi, Elisabetta Campodoni, Giada Bassi, Davide Gardini, Monica Montesi, Silvia Panseri, Alessandra Sanson, Anna Tampieri, Monica Sandri.

Summary: This study compares different shaping processes for gelatin-based devices aimed at chondral tissue regeneration, highlighting the effectiveness of additive-free approaches.

Calcium-Based Biomineralization: A Smart Approach for the Design of Novel Multifunctional Hybrid Materials

Journal: Journal of Composites Science

Publication Date: October 15, 2021

DOI: 10.3390/jcs5100278

Contributors: Elisabetta Campodoni, Margherita Montanari, Chiara Artusi, Giada Bassi, Franco Furlani, Monica Montesi, Silvia Panseri, Monica Sandri, Anna Tampieri.

Summary: This article discusses the development of multifunctional hybrid materials through calcium-based biomineralization techniques, emphasizing their potential applications in various fields.

3D Cocultures of Osteoblasts and Staphylococcus aureus on Biomimetic Bone Scaffolds as a Tool to Investigate the Host–Pathogen Interface in Osteomyelitis

Journal: Pathogens

Publication Date: July 2021

DOI: 10.3390/pathogens10070837

Contributors: Raffaella Parente, Valentina Possetti, Maria Lucia Schiavone, Elisabetta Campodoni, Ciro Menale, Mattia Loppini, Andrea Doni, Barbara Bottazzi, Alberto Mantovani, Monica Sandri et al.

Summary: This research explores the interaction between osteoblasts and Staphylococcus aureus using 3D coculture systems on biomimetic scaffolds, shedding light on osteomyelitis mechanisms.

Medicated Hydroxyapatite/Collagen Hybrid Scaffolds for Bone Regeneration and Local Antimicrobial Therapy to Prevent Bone Infections

Journal: Pharmaceutics

Publication Date: July 2021

DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13071090

Contributors: Manuela Mulazzi, Elisabetta Campodoni, Giada Bassi, Monica Montesi, Silvia Panseri, Francesca Bonvicini, Giovanna Angela Gentilomi, Anna Tampieri, Monica Sandri.

Monica Sandri | Materiali per la Salute | Best Researcher Award

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