Aleksandra Predeina earned her Master’s degree from ITMO University in Saint Petersburg in 2021, where her thesis project involved developing a thrombosis model using decellularized leaf vasculature to explore magnetically-directed treatments. From 2022 to 2025, Aleksandra continued her research journey at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) in Genova, under the supervision of Teresa Pellegrino. There she worked with in vitro cancer cell models to study cell-particle interactions with various magnetic composites designed for controlled drug release. Beyond research-related skills, Aleksandra has a strong interest in graphic design and scientific illustration, blending creativity with research to communicate complex ideas visually.

Currently, at MERLN, her research focuses on evaluating osteogenic and chondrogenic stem cell differentiation within 3D scaffolds, aiming to advance understanding in tissue regeneration and stem cell behaviour.