Dr. Anile completed a PhD in cardio-angio-thoracic physiopathology and was appointed Assistant Professor in 2009; he is currently Associate Professor of Thoracic Surgery. He has a particular interest in chest oncology, respiratory insufficiency, and lung transplantation. He is a member of European Society of Thoracic Surgeons and has been an invited lecturer at a number of national and international congresses. Dr. Anile is an editorial board member or reviewer for various scientific journals. He has authored more than 100 scientific papers and several book chapters.