“Salon du Laboratoire” – Institut Pasteur

Dr Busetti is one of Metabolon’s most experienced Field Metabolomics Scientists and supports client projects across Europe and Asia. Alessandro obtained his bachelor’s degree in biology and his master’s degree in molecular biology at the University of Rome, La Sapienza. He obtained his PhD in pharmaceutical microbiology at The Queen’s University, Belfast (QUB).

Dr Busetti spent 10 years conducting research in academia, both as a Research Fellow at QUB and as a Research Associate at the University of Glasgow. His research focused on the discovery of marine-derived bioactives for biomedical applications and understanding the role of microbiomes in regulating host health.

In 2016 he transitioned into the industry and joined 4D Pharma PLC where he worked as the Senior Team Leader of the “Discovery-Micro” Department. There, he defined and implemented screening strategies to identify candidate LBP strains for a number of disease areas ranging from autoimmune diseases, solid tumors, neurodegenerative diseases, and more.

Dr Busetti is a true scientific chameleon with a broad knowledge of many research areas of focus, but his main passion remains host-microbe interactions, microbiome studies, and “sociomicrobiology.” He is based in Verona, Italy, where he lives with his wife and daughter.

Dr De Faria Maraschin is leading the Sales Team supporting Metabolon’s clients in Europe, Middle East, and Latin America. She manages a highly skilled team that combines expertise in life sciences and business development.

Dr De Faria Maraschin obtained her master’s degree in agricultural sciences at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, in Porto Alegre, Brazil. She went on to obtain her PhD in cell and molecular biology at Leiden University, the Netherlands.

She spent 12 years leading research groups in the AgriFood industry, working for large companies including Limagrain Group and Nestlé. Since obtaining her master’s in business administration  in 2016, in 2016 she excels in providing pre-clinical and clinical analysis solutions to academic and applied markets, including pharma, biotech, cosmetics, agriculture, and animal health. She is passionate about product innovation and client satisfaction.

Dr De Faria Maraschin is currently based in Tours, France, where she lives with her three children and her husband.

Raffy Demirdjian is a seasoned sales professional with a passion for innovation and leadership in the Life Sciences and Biotechnology field. Specializing in metabolomics and various omics, Raffy is dedicated to assisting clients in finding optimal solutions and advancing their projects in this rapidly evolving field. 

With a solid background in academic research and hands-on experience in R&D within the industry, Raffy brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project. His proactive approach and responsiveness ensure that clients receive tailored, high-quality solutions that align perfectly with their R&D objectives. 

Based in the Paris region, and covering France and Belgium, Raffy is eager to engage with clients face to face, providing personalized consultations to discuss and strategize metabolomics projects. His commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction makes him a trusted partner for organizations seeking to excel in the realm of life sciences research and development.