DC 4 – Shear wave speed stiffness as biomarker of cardiac ageing: an in silico exploration of shear wave elastography
Can you share a bit about your academic and professional journey?
I have very recently graduated (in December!) from Politecnico di Milano were I pursued both a BSc in Biomedical Engineering and a MSc in Biomedical Engineering in the track of biomechanics and biomaterials with a collaborative thesis with Aarhus University which brought me to Aarhus (Denmark) for a 6-months visiting stay last year. My research and academic journey were mainly concentrated on cardiovascular biomechanics. Particularly, my thesis focused on the development of an in silico model of the aortic root to investigate the effects of aortic annuloplasty and integrated in silico simulations with in vivo clinical imaging and in vitro experiments.
What motivated you to pursue a Doctoral candidacy within the Doctoral Network?
I am eager to continue working on cardiovascular biomechanics as I think that in silico modelling can greatly contribute to everyday clinical practice and pursuing a Doctoral candidacy within InSilicoHealth Doctoral Network seemed the perfect opportunity.
What aspects of this training and research program are you most excited about?
I am very excited about having the chance to really deepen the PhD topic and to develop methods that can have a positive impact on the clinical field in the future. Additionally, I believe being part of a Doctoral Network is a fantastic way to learn from other researchers!
