• 1994-1997: PhD in Physics, Centre for Computer and Mathematical Modelling, South Bank University, London. Supervisor: Prof. N.N. Ljepojevic. PhD thesis: Modelling of MeV ion kinetics in tokamak plasmas during Ion Cyclotron Resonant Heating (09/1997). Project funded by the JET Laboratory, Oxfordshire.

• 1987-1992: Physics Degree, University of Milan, with grade 110/110 cum laude. Diploma thesis in Plasma Physics: Large amplitude plasma wave excitation by means of short electromagnetic pulses. Supervisor: Dr.  M. Lontano.

• High School Degree: July 1987, Liceo Scientifico Vittorio Veneto, Milano, with grade 58/60.