IPAZIA CENTER | UPO CAAD
WE ARE
The Ipazia UPO-CAAD Center is a vibrant hub for research, education, and technology, bringing together cutting-edge infrastructures and multidisciplinary expertise.
It hosts advanced technological platforms that support both internal research activities and external services for the scientific community, healthcare system, and industry.
EXPLORING CAAD
ABOUT US
The Center is home to a dynamic and growing network of researchers, clinicians, and innovators working at the intersection of science and medicine. This convergence of different disciplines creates a fertile environment where ideas thrive and knowledge advances.
What’s CAAD mission?
We believe that collaboration is essential to achieving scientific and societal progress. That’s why we actively share our services and expertise—particularly our core facilities—with internal and external partners. By fostering strong connections among scientists, healthcare professionals, and industry, we aim to accelerate scientific discovery and improve human health.
OUR COMMITTEE
The Scientific Technical Committee (CTS) is the advisory and strategic body of the Center. It plays a key role in guiding its activities and ensuring the highest standards of scientific and professional excellence.
The structure, functions, and responsibilities of the CTS are defined in Article 7 of the Regulation of the Interdepartmental Center “Center of Excellence for Translational Research on Autoimmune and Allergic Diseases” (Rectoral Decree No. 748/2016, dated 25/10/2016).
CURRENT MEMBERS
Scientific Director
Prof. Marisa Gariglio
(Term of office: March 14, 2025 – March 13, 2029)
Departmental Representatives
(term of office until November 27, 2028):
- Prof. Gianluca Baldanzi – Prof. Pier Paolo Sainaghi (DIMET)
- Prof. Chiara Porta – Prof. Dmitry Lim (DSF)
- Prof. Valentin Audrito – Dr. Elettra Barberis (DISIT)
- Prof. Annalisa Chiocchetti – Prof. Andrea Cochis (DISS)
- Prof. Elisa Bona – Prof. Fabrizio Faggiano (DISSTE)
Representatives of Affiliated Institutions:
- Prof. Marco De Andrea (DSSPP – University of Turin)
- Prof. Daniela Capello (UPO-Biobank)
- Prof. Pierluigi Meroni (Auxologico)
Rector or Delegate:
Prof. Menico Rizzi – Rector
Administrative Staff Representative:
Dr. Marisa Arcisto – Administrative Manager, CAAD
In accordance with current data protection regulations, contact information listed in this section is provided solely for purposes related to the institutional activities of the University.
OUR PARTNERS
The Center was established thanks to the Financial Support of the following Institutions:
For any information, please contact
corefacilities.ipazia@uniupo.it
or segreteria.caad@uniupo.
CAAD
Center for Translational Research on
Autoimmune and Allergic Disease
Centro di Ricerca Traslazionale
sulle Malattie Autoimmuni e Allergiche
Corso Trieste 15/A
Novara – 28100 (ITALY)
IPAZIA CENTER | UPO CAAD
WE ARE
The Ipazia UPO-CAAD Center is a vibrant hub for research, education, and technology, bringing together cutting-edge infrastructures and multidisciplinary expertise.
It hosts advanced technological platforms that support both internal research activities and external services for the scientific community, healthcare system, and industry.
EXPLORING CAAD
ABOUT US
The Center is home to a dynamic and growing network of researchers, clinicians, and innovators working at the intersection of science and medicine. This convergence of different disciplines creates a fertile environment where ideas thrive and knowledge advances.
What’s CAAD mission?
We believe that collaboration is essential to achieving scientific and societal progress. That’s why we actively share our services and expertise—particularly our core facilities—with internal and external partners. By fostering strong connections among scientists, healthcare professionals, and industry, we aim to accelerate scientific discovery and improve human health.
OUR COMMITTEE
The Scientific Technical Committee (CTS) is the advisory and strategic body of the Center. It plays a key role in guiding its activities and ensuring the highest standards of scientific and professional excellence.
The structure, functions, and responsibilities of the CTS are defined in Article 7 of the Regulation of the Interdepartmental Center “Center of Excellence for Translational Research on Autoimmune and Allergic Diseases” (Rectoral Decree No. 748/2016, dated 25/10/2016).
CURRENT MEMBERS
Scientific Director
Prof. Marisa Gariglio
(Term of office: March 14, 2025 – March 13, 2029)
Departmental Representatives
(term of office until November 27, 2028):
- Prof. Gianluca Baldanzi – Prof. Pier Paolo Sainaghi (DIMET)
- Prof. Chiara Porta – Prof. Dmitry Lim (DSF)
- Prof. Valentin Audrito – Dr. Elettra Barberis (DISIT)
- Prof. Annalisa Chiocchetti – Prof. Andrea Cochis (DISS)
- Prof. Elisa Bona – Prof. Fabrizio Faggiano (DISSTE)
Representatives of Affiliated Institutions:
- Prof. Marco De Andrea (DSSPP – University of Turin)
- Prof. Daniela Capello (UPO-Biobank)
- Prof. Pierluigi Meroni (Auxologico)
Rector or Delegate:
Prof. Menico Rizzi – Rector
Administrative Staff Representative:
Dr. Marisa Arcisto – Administrative Manager, CAAD
In accordance with current data protection regulations, contact information listed in this section is provided solely for purposes related to the institutional activities of the University.
OUR PARTNERS
The Center was established thanks to the Financial Support of the following Institutions:
For any information, please contact
corefacilities.ipazia@uniupo.it
or segreteria.caad@uniupo.
CAAD
Center for Translational Research on
Autoimmune and Allergic Disease
Centro di Ricerca Traslazionale
sulle Malattie Autoimmuni e Allergiche
Corso Trieste 15/A
Novara – 28100 (ITALY)