He is a computational neuroanatomist whose formal training stems from a wide background in the biological sciences and the neurosciences. He is experienced in neuroanatomical and histological techniques, as well as computer-aided microscopy and morphometry by image analysis, and has designed novel techniques for the quantitative study of neurological structures with MRI and histology. Annese received his bachelor’s degree in biology and master’s degree in zoology from the University of Rome. He obtained a master’s degree in neurological sciences at University College London and completed the doctoral program in cognitive neuroscience at Dartmouth College. Annese has received the prestigious Dana Foundation Brain Imaging Award and was twice nominated for the Science Educator Award (Society for Neuroscience) and the AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science.