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Dr Federica Masieri

Associate Professor and Course Leader for Biomedical Science

Phone
+44 (0)1473 338725
Email
F.Masieri@uos.ac.uk
School/Directorate
School of Health, Sciences and Society
Federica Masieri ORCID

Dr Federica Francesca Masieri is Associate Professor and Course Leader for BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science at the 小黄片app. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), a Visiting Professor at the University of Palermo (Italy), and an Honorary Teaching Fellow at the University of Ferrara (Italy). 

Her academic expertise spans stem cell biology, regenerative medicine and disease modelling, with research experience across mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). Her work focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying disease, inflammation and tissue regeneration, with focus on musculoskeletal diseases, and on developing advanced human-relevant and animal-free models for biomedical research. 

Throughout her career, Dr Masieri has combined research, teaching and academic leadership, contributing to curriculum development, professional accreditation, international collaborations and student mentorship. She has authored several peer-reviewed publications and conference proceedings and abstracts, and maintains active collaborations with academic, healthcare and industrial partners. 

Passionate about both discovery and education, Dr Masieri adopts a strongly student-centred, research-informed approach to teaching. Her wider interests include stem cell-based disease modelling, translational medicine, animal-free biomedical research, orthopaedic science, interdisciplinary collaboration and supporting the next generation of biomedical scientists. 

Federica teaches across undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels in areas including stem cell biology, genetics, molecular biology and biotechnology, disease mechanisms, immunology, regenerative medicine and research methods. As Course Leader for BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, and previously as Course Leader for MSc Regenerative Medicine (2015-2022) she has extensive experience in curriculum development, quality assurance and professional accreditation. 

Her teaching philosophy is strongly student-centred and research-informed, drawing on a Socratic and maieutic approach that encourages critical thinking, scientific curiosity, communication skills and independent learning. She is particularly passionate about mentoring students and supporting their progression into postgraduate study, research careers and the biomedical professions. 

Federica's research focuses on stem cell biology, regenerative medicine and disease modelling, with expertise spanning mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). Her work investigates the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying musculoskeletal diseases, inflammation and tissue regeneration, with a particular focus in developing human-relevant and animal-free in vitro models for biomedical research. 

Her current research programme centres on stem cell-based disease modelling, regenerative medicine approaches and advanced cell culture systems that bridge fundamental cell biology and translational medicine.  

 She has authored extensively in the fields of musculoskeletal cell biology, stem cell biology and translational medicine. A full list of publications is available via ,  , and . Her research has attracted funding as both Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator through institutional, charitable, industrial and collaborative funding streams, totalling approximately £280,000. 

Originally trained in Italy, Federica has established collaborations with universities, research institutes and industry partners across Europe and beyond. She has held honorary and visiting academic appointments, participated in international research projects, contributed to student and staff mobility initiatives, and supervised or examined students in international settings. She maintains active collaborations with partners in Italy, Germany and other European countries, supporting research, education and scientific exchange. 

Federica serves as an ex-officio Board Member of the European Orthopaedic Research Society (EORS) and acts as reviewer for a range of international funding bodies, scientific journals and professional organisations, including the prestigious L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science. She is a Visiting Professor at the University of Palermo (Italy), an Honorary teaching Fellow at the University of Ferrara (Italy), a member of the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, now AdvanceHE (FHEA). She has also contributed to doctoral examination, external academic review and international peer-review activities in the UK and internationally. 

Her wider interests include promoting animal-free biomedical research, supporting women in STEM, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and developing the next generation of biomedical scientists. 

  • ONGARO, A., PELLATI, A., SETTI, S., MASIERI, F. F,. AQUILA, G., FINI, M., CARUSO, A., DE MATTEI, M. 2012. Electromagnetic fields counteract IL-1² activity during chondrogenesis of bovine mesenchymal stem cells. J Tissue Eng Regen Med. doi: 10.1002/term.1671. [Epub ahead ofprint]
  • ONGARO, A., VARANI, K., MASIERI, F. F., PELLATI, A., MASSARI, L., CADOSSI, R., VINCENZI, F., BOREA, P. A., FINI, M., CARUSO, A. & DE MATTEI, M. 2012. Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs) and Adenosine Receptors Modulate Prostaglandin E(2) and Cytokine Release in Human Osteoarthritic Synovial Fibroblasts. Journal of Cellular Physiology, 227, 6, 2461-2649.
  • ONGARO, A., PELLATI, A., MASIERI, F. F., CARUSO, A., SETTI, S., CADOSSI, R., BISCIONE, R., MASSARI, L., FINI, M. & DE MATTEI, M. 2011. Chondroprotective Effects of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields on Human Cartilage Explants. Bioelectromagnetics, 32, 7, 543-551.
  • VARANI, K., VINCENZI, F., TOSI, A., TARGA, M., MASIERI, F. F., ONGARO, A., DE MATTEI, M., MASSARI, L. & BOREA, P. A. 2010 Expression and Functional Role of Adenosine Receptors in Modulating Inflammatory Responses in Human Synoviocytes. British Journal of Pharmacology, 160, 1, 101-115.
  • VARANI, K., DE MATTEI, M., VINCENZI, F., TOSI, A., TARGA, M., MASIERI, F. F., PELLATI, A., MASSARI, L. & BOREA, P. A. 2010. P2X(1) and P2X(3) Purinergic Receptors Differentially Modulate the Inflammatory Response in Human Osteoarthritic Synovial Fibroblasts. Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry, 25, 2-3, 325-336.
  • DE MATTEI, M., VARANI, K., MASIERI, F. F., PELLATI, A., ONGARO, A., FINI, M., CADOSSI, R., VINCENZI, F., BOREA, P. A. & CARUSO, A. 2009. Adenosine Analogs and Electromagnetic Fields Inhibit Prostaglandin E(2) Release in Bovine Synovial Fibroblasts. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, 17, 2, 252-262.
  • MASIERI,F. F. 2009. New Insights and Possible Therapeutic Implications of Adenosine Analogs and Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMFs) in Osteoarticular Pathologies. EprintsUnife Institutional Open Access Archive of the University of Ferrara, Italy.
  • ONGARO, A., DE MATTEI, M., DELLA PORTA, M. G., RIGOLIN, G. M., AMBROSIO, C., DI RAIMONDO, F., PELLATI, A., MASIERI, F. F., CARUSO, A., CATOZZI, L. & GEMMATI, D. 2009. Gene Polymorphisms in Folate Metabolizing Enzymes in Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Effects on Methotrexate-Related Toxicity and Survival. Haematologica - The Haematology Journal, 94, 10, 1391-1398.
  • VARANI, K., DE MATTEI, M., VINCENZI, F., TOSI, A., GESSI, S., MERIGHI, S., PELLATI, A., MASIERI, F., ONGARO, A., BOREA, PA. 2008. Pharmacological Characterization of P2X1 and P2X3 Purinergic Receptors in Bovine Chondrocytes. Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, 16, 11, 1421-1429.
  • ONGARO, A., DE MATTEI, M., PELLATI, A., CARUSO, A., FERRETTI, S., MASIERI, F.F., FOTINIDI, M., FARINA, I., TROTTA, F., PADOVAN, M. 2008. Can Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor II Gene 676>G Polymorphism Predict the Response Regarding to Anti-TNFalpha Therapy in Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatology International, 28, 9, 901-908.
  • DE MATTEI, M., ONGARO, A., MAGALDI, S., GEMMATI, D., LEGNARO, A.A., PALAZZO, A., MASIERI, F., PELLATI, A., CATOZZI, L., CARUSO, A., ZAMBONI, P. 2008. Time- and Dose-Dependent Effects of Chronic Wound Fluid on Human Adult Dermal Fibroblasts. Dermatologic Surgery, 34, 3, 347-56
 

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Stem cell biology and potential applications in tissue regeneration, Musculoskeletal biology, Rheumatoid Arthritis and osteoarthritis, STEM for girls and women, International research collaboration landscapes in the area of science and technology (with direct examples), Erasmus programmes: opportunities for our students and incoming EU students