Governor Ron DeSantis continued his trade mission in Italy with a visit to the Ferrari facility in Maranello. The trip included overseeing the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Milan between Florida International University (FIU), Insightec, Inc., and the Neurological Institute of Besta. This agreement aims to facilitate research collaboration on innovative treatments for brain diseases.
The Florida delegation also explored potential partnerships in several Italian cities, including Florence, Maranello, Bologna, and Milan. Meetings were held with leaders from Tuscany and Lombardy, two significant economic regions in Italy. Governor DeSantis met with Attilio Fontana, President of the Lombardy region, where they discussed plans for an MOU and a reciprocal trade mission for Italian businesses to Florida.
“Our mission in Italy continues to produce results,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “In addition to building new relationships for Florida today with world-renowned businesses, we have also formed a partnership between Floridian and Italian institutions to share innovative research to treat brain diseases.”
Ferrari is known globally as a luxury sports car manufacturer with a reputation for high-performance vehicles and cutting-edge technology. The visit aimed to showcase Florida's potential as a shipping and receiving hub for companies like Ferrari.
The Neurological Institute of Besta is recognized as a center of excellence for neurological disease research and treatment based in Milan. The newly signed agreement will enable collaboration on clinical research studies targeting Alzheimer's Disease and other brain conditions, benefiting patients worldwide.