Enrico Allegra

Head Of Laboratory at Test Labs - Medical Devices

Enrico Allegra is an accomplished professional in the field of microbiology and medical device testing, currently serving as the Head of Laboratory at Test Labs since January 2021. Previous titles at Test Labs include Head of Formulation and Analysis and Head of Microbiology, Technical Lead. Enrico also held the position of Lead Microbiologist at Inivos from September 2020 to September 2022, and worked as a Microbiologist - Study Manager at Covance from June 2019 to September 2020. Early career experience includes roles as Study Manager and Trainee Study Manager at Envigo from June 2014 to June 2019. Enrico holds a Master of Science in Clinical Microbiology from Queen Mary University of London and a Bachelor of Science in Immunology with Medical Microbiology from the University of East London School of Education and Communities.

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Test Labs - Medical Devices

Test Labs is a boutique medical device contract research organisation with accredited Quality Management Systems. We work with medical device manufacturers providing expertise in clinical evaluation and reprocessing validation providing clients with tailored, highly customised solutions. In an ever-changing world where maintaining the status quo is not enough, we've pioneered a faster, agile approach to research. We provide an end-to-end project consultancy where chemistry, microbiology and material sciences are all under one roof. Our dedicated team offers undivided attention, providing clients with intelligent insights enabling them to make the right decisions, save money and ultimately, save a patient's life. We have three state of the art testing chambers which are fully sealed and equipped with sensors to monitor a range of different parameters including temperature and humidity. These chambers allow us to recreate environments with a variety of conditions to stimulate real-life challenges when testing products. The microbiology area is fully equipped to perform a variety of tests ranging from disinfectant and technology efficacy to bioburden and environmental monitoring. We have vast experience in method transfer and validation which we use to create bespoke investigation of products to meet regulatory requirements. Our material science capabilities were purposely built to provide testing which assesses for any potential material damages due to processes completed throughout the lifecycle of the product. We perform both quantitative and qualitative methods using calibrated equipment to check for visual, chemical and physical changes. The Chemistry area is equipped to perform a range of tests, including testing concentrations of solutions, formulation development and calibration of reference gases. We work closely together to develop customised study plans which leverage knowledge of different scientific fields to meet the needs of our customers.