Dr. Giacomo Bertazzoli, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, United States
Giacomo Bertazzoli, Ph.D., is a postdoctoral researcher at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, focusing on TMS-EEG-derived cortical excitability in preclinical Alzheimer’s disease. He previously held postdoctoral positions at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, where he investigated the neuronal basis of awareness loss in Alzheimer’s disease, and at IRCCS Istituto Centro San Giovanni di Dio Fatebenefratelli, studying TMS-evoked potentials as a biomarker in the Alzheimer’s dementia spectrum. Dr. Bertazzoli earned his Ph.D. in Cognitive and Brain Sciences (cum laude) from the University of Trento, where he explored neurophysiological biomarkers in Alzheimer’s disease under the mentorship of Prof. Carlo Miniussi and Dr. Marta Bortoletto. He also holds a Master’s degree in Cognitive Sciences (cum laude) from the University of Trento and a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology from the University of Milan, where he conducted research on molecular changes induced by serotonin receptor agonists. His research integrates transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), electroencephalography (EEG), and neurostimulation techniques to study brain connectivity, neurophysiological markers of cognitive decline, and mechanisms of consciousness. As a Visiting Graduate Researcher at UCLA, he collaborated with Prof. Martin Monti to investigate focused ultrasound stimulation in consciousness studies. Dr. Bertazzoli’s work contributes to advancing neuromodulation approaches for neurodegenerative disorders, particularly in Alzheimer’s disease research.
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Suitability of Giacomo Bertazzoli for the Best Researcher Award
Dr. Giacomo Bertazzoli is an exceptional neuroscientist specializing in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)-EEG, Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers, and consciousness research. His strong research record, international collaborations, and contributions to neuroscience make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Below is a comprehensive evaluation of his qualifications.
🎓 Education
📌 Ph.D. in Cognitive and Brain Sciences (cum laude) (Nov 2018 – Mar 2023)
- University of Trento – Center for Mind/Brain Sciences (CIMeC)
- 🧠 Thesis: Investigating TMS–evoked potentials as a biomarker in the Alzheimer’s dementia spectrum
- 👨🏫 Supervisors: Prof. Carlo Miniussi & Dr. Marta Bortoletto
📌 Master’s Degree in Cognitive Sciences (cum laude) (Sep 2016 – Oct 2018)
- University of Trento – CIMeC
- 📊 Thesis: The analysis of TMS-EEG signal: a comparative study
📌 Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Sep 2012 – Dec 2015)
- University of Milan
- 🧪 Thesis: Molecular Changes Induced by a full 5-HT6 Receptor Agonist in Selected Brain Areas
🏢 Work Experience
📌 Postdoctoral Researcher – Harvard Medical School (Sept 2024 – Present)
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, USA
- 🧠 Project: TMS-EEG-derived cortical excitability in preclinical Alzheimer’s disease
- 🏆 PI: Dr. Peter Fried
📌 Postdoctoral Researcher – Harvard Medical School (Aug 2023 – Aug 2024)
- Brigham and Women’s Hospital & Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA
- 🧠 Project: Neuronal basis of awareness loss in Alzheimer’s disease
- 🏆 PI: Dr. Patrizia Vannini
📌 Postdoctoral Researcher – IRCCS Fatebenefratelli, Brescia, Italy (Feb 2023 – Jul 2023)
- Neurophysiology Unit
- 🧪 Project: Investigating TMS-evoked potentials as a biomarker in the Alzheimer’s dementia spectrum
- 🏆 PI: Dr. Marta Bortoletto
📌 Visiting Graduate Researcher – UCLA, USA (Jan 2022 – Jun 2022)
- MontiLab, University of California, Los Angeles
- 🎯 Project: Focused ultrasound stimulation for studying consciousness
- 🏆 PI: Prof. Martin Monti
🏅 Achievements, Awards & Honors
🏆 Ph.D. cum laude – University of Trento (2023)
📜 Published Thesis: Investigating TMS–evoked potentials as a biomarker in the Alzheimer’s dementia spectrum
🌍 International Research Experience: Conducted research in Italy, USA (Harvard, UCLA), and Europe
🔬 Advanced Expertise in Neurostimulation & Cognitive Neuroscience
🎤 Active Participation in International Conferences & Scientific Publications
Giacomo Bertazzoli is an accomplished neuroscientist specializing in TMS-EEG and Alzheimer’s research, with international experience at leading institutions such as Harvard Medical School, UCLA, and IRCCS Fatebenefratelli. 🚀
Publication Top Notes:
The impact of artifact removal approaches on TMS–EEG signal
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The past, present, and future of the brain imaging data structure (BIDS)
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Ultrafast object detection in naturalistic vision relies on ultrafast distractor suppression
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The impact of artifact removal approaches on TMS–EEG signal. NeuroImage, 239, Article 118272
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Towards the definition of a standard in TMS-EEG data preprocessing
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