I work on Italian and European early modern intellectual history, particularly in areas where the history of philosophy intersects the history of economic thought and analysis (XVI to XVIII centuries). I am particularly interested in historicising the kind of contribution provided by Italian late mercantilists who incorporate post-Reformation theological debates in market theory. I was trained, have worked, and remain interested in economic history traditionally understood, particularly in themes of proto-industrialisation that concern the Venetian and Florentine late XVI century manufacturing history.

Before coming to Berkeley, I completed a BSc and an MSc in Economics at Bocconi University. While working towards both degrees I have held a number of curatorial positions in a few Italian art institutions, where I mostly researched the history of their collection, designed their collection management systems, and assisted their Directors.