Giulia Ballerin

Giulia Ballerin, PhD, is a knowledgeable professional in the fields of medical microbiology and bacteriology, currently serving as a Business Development Specialist and Application Specialist at CrestOptics since December 2021. Prior experience includes roles as an Optical Microscopy Specialist and Acting Facility Manager at Hudson Institute of Medical Research, as well as Research Associate at the University of Technology Sydney. Giulia has a rich academic background with a PhD from the University of Technology Sydney (2014-2018) and a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology from Università degli Studi di Ferrara (2009-2014). Additional experiences include teaching advanced microscopy, demonstrating laboratory practicals, and contributing to research on inhalation therapy at Woolcock Institute of Medical Research. Early career roles included responsibilities in pharmacy assistance and participation in a project to distribute unused medicines to developing countries.