Siena Imaging Team

Welcome to our team! 🚀 Here in our hub of scientific exploration and innovation, we’re not just colleagues, we’re collaborators on a mission. Our goal? To propel our projects from concept to fruition, with a blend of precision and passion that’s as potent as our latest medical breakthroughs.

Who are we? We’re a diverse ensemble of scientific minds, research mavens, data wizards, and logistical maestros united by a singular purpose: to advance healthcare through rigorous clinical trials and groundbreaking research initiatives.

But don’t let the seriousness of our mission fool you. While we’re serious about our work, we’re also serious about enjoying the journey. There are no stuffy hierarchies or stifling rules here. We’re all about fostering an environment of exploration, collaboration, and yes, even the occasional experiment (in the lab, of course!).

So, get ready to meet some of the most dedicated minds in the field, the sharpest intellects, and yes, even a few personalities that will keep you smiling through the most challenging of trials. Because here, we’re not just a team, we’re a community of adventurers pushing the boundaries of science together!

Siena Imaging Areas

Manager

Production

Administrative

IT Team

R&D Team

MANAGER TEAM

Giacomo demurtas

It Manager

Siena Imaging Team - Giacomo Demurtas - IT Manager

Senior Network and System Administrator for over 20 years, involved in networks and systems for secure data management in HA (High Availability).
A founding partner and vice president of Siena Imaging

Marco Battaglini

Ceo

Siena Imaging Team - Marco Battaglini - CEO - Siena Imaging
Worked for over 20 years in an academic environment on the development of new markers derived from magnetic resonance imaging. Since 2017, has been a founding partner and President of Siena Imaging

Chiara Gentile

QUALITY Manager

Siena Imaging Team - Chiara Gentile - Quality Manager

15 years of experience in the Quality field as Quality Manager for leading companies in the pharmaceutical industry.
Working at Siena Imaging since 2022 dealing with the management of the company’s Quality System in accordance with current regulations (ISO) and Good Clinical Practice

Andrea Savelli

Operations Manager

Siena Imaging Team - Andrea Savelli - Operation Manager

Graduated in Medical Radiology Imaging and Radiotherapy Techniques at the University of Siena. Since 2019: Imaging Reader at Siena Imaging.
Since 2024: Operations Manager working on the coordination and management of operational activities within Clinical Trials

Francesco Sforazzini

R&D Manager

Siena Imaging Team - Francesco Sforazzini - R&D Manager

With a decade of experience in developing artificial intelligence-based software for biomedical image analysis, he joined Siena Imaging in 2022 as software developer to optimize MR image analysis processes using Deep Learning. He became head of the research and development team at the beginning of 2024

Production TEAM

Ludovico Luchetti

Process supervisor

Siena Imaging Team - Ludovico Luchetti - Process Supervisor

Graduated in Medical Biotechnology, obtained a Ph.D. in Neuroscience for developing software to calculate spinal cord atrophy from two MRI images. Working at Siena Imaging since its foundation, involved in developing analysis pipelines and overseeing research projects aimed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders

Irina Efimenko

Project Manager

Siena Imaging Team - Irina Efimenko - Project Manager

After 10 years of experience in clinical trials as a study coordinator, working at Siena Imaging since 2019, overseeing project management for centralized MRI image reading activities and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and protocols to maintain the highest quality in data analysis and interpretation

Irene Giganti

Project Manager

Siena Imaging Team - Irene Giganti - Project Manager

Since 2022, Clinical Project Manager at Siena Imaging, overseeing and managing clinical projects ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations.
Specifically responsible for project activity planning, resource allocation, and progress monitoring to ensure goal achievement

Duccio Guerrieri

Imaging Scientist

Siena Imaging Team - Duccio Guerrieri - Image Specialist

Graduated in medical radiology techniques, worked for 14 years at the CT and MRI department of Ausl Senese, specializing in diagnostic imaging techniques.
Engaged in professional training in MRI since 2014, organizing and participating in theoretical/practical congresses and professional courses throughout Italy. Working at Siena Imaging since 2019

Elia Bengasini

Image Reader

Siena Imaging Team - Elia Bengasini - Image Reader

In 2021, completed a three-year degree in Medical Radiology Imaging and Radiotherapy Techniques at the University of Siena.
Working at Siena Imaging as an Image Reader

Claudia Bernardi

Image Reader

Siena Imaging Team - Claudia Bernardi - Image Reader

Graduated in Medical Radiology Imaging and Radiotherapy Techniques from the University of Siena, working at Siena Imaging since 2021 as an Image Reader

Matteo Leoncini

Image Reader

Siena Imaging Team - Matteo Leoncini - Image Reader

Graduated in medical radiology techniques and biotechnology, worked in the field of neuroimaging as a radiology technician in various hospitals of the National Health Service before joining Siena Imaging as a thesis student in 2018. At Siena Imaging, involved in research projects and clinical trials

Margherita Callai

Project Manager

Siena Imaging Team - Margherita Callai - Project Manager

Graduated in Linguistic and Cultural Mediation, worked as healthcare planner expert in several national health facilities, especially for diagnostic imaging departments. Currently Project Manager at Siena Imaging

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM

Natalya Fomina

Administrative Assistant

Siena Imaging Team - Natalya Fomina - Amministrative Assistant

Graduated in Linguistic Sciences, after various work experiences with international companies in Kazakhstan and as a freelancer in Italy, has been working at Siena Imaging since 2019 as an administrative assistant, actively contributing to the development of the current corporate structure

Alessia La Camera

Administrative Assistant

Siena Imaging Team - Alessia La Camera - Amministrative Assistant

Graduated in Management and Governance from the University of Siena, with solid experience in dynamic and innovative environments.
Currently part of the company’s administrative team, contributing to the efficiency of both accounting and organizational processes

IT TEAM

Tommaso Venza

Full Stack Developer

Siena Imaging Team - Tommaso Venza - Full Stack Developer

Core element at Siena Imaging, where I independently lead and sustain the development and continuity of key digital systems. I hold a central position in maintaining the reliability, growth, and overall success of mission-critical platforms, consistently going beyond formal responsibilities. Recognized for resilience, strategic mindset, and the ability to deliver under pressure in resource-constrained contexts

Marco Bruttini

Functional IT

Siena Imaging Team - Marco Bruttini - Functional IT

Passionate about computing, with a strong interdisciplinary background. Graduated in Medical Biotechnology and earned a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology at UniSi (University of Siena), with both theses conducted at Novartis Vaccines & Diagnostics (later acquired by GSK Vaccines). Led the Bioinformatics Unit in a public-private NGS genomics center for four years, then supported research at the University of Siena as a bioinformatician for over three years. Transitioned to a Functional IT role combining scientific insight and technical expertise. Experienced in scientific data pipelines, IT infrastructure, academic teaching, and quality systems. Lecturer in academic and professional programs, and scientific advisor for VisMederi Srl and GSK Vaccines. Currently Functional IT Specialist at Siena Imaging

Roberto Galli

Full Stack Developer

Siena Imaging Team - Roberto Galli - Full Stack Developer

Analyst and Developer with 15+ years of experience, combining analytical rigor and strategic vision to build scalable software solutions

Alberto Gori

System Administrator

Siena Imaging Team - Alberto Gori - System Administrator
Come from six years of experience in electronic design, working across circuit development, testing, and system integration. Throughout my career, I discovered a strong interest in IT technologies. This curiosity has motivated me to expand my skills into the IT field and now are become part of my professional path thanks to Siena Imaging

R&D TEAM

Francesco Cacciante

Software developer

Siena Imaging Team - Francesco Cacciante - Software Developer

Graduated in Molecular Biology with a Ph.D. in Neuroscience focusing on the molecular and functional characterization of a rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorder, working at Siena Imaging since 2022, involved in software research and development for the identification of new biomarkers

Giordano Gentile

software developer

Siena Imaging Team - Giordano Gentile - Software Developer

Worked as a researcher in the university setting in the field of Neuroscience and neuroimaging... Since 2021, working at Siena Imaging, involved in software development capable of robustly and accurately quantifying brain biomarkers such as lesions and atrophy

Barbara Iadarola

software developer

Siena Imaging Team - Barbara Iadarola - Software Developer

Graduated in Bioinformatics with a PhD in Biotechnology. Software developer at Siena Imaging since 2024, succeeding a 2-year collaboration as a PostDoc researcher. Working on the implementation of AI-based tools for multi-omics integration