Maria Paola Cecchini

Maria Paola Cecchini is an Assistant Professor at the University of Verona, affiliated with the Department of Neurosciences, Biomedicine and Movement Sciences within the Anatomy and Histology Section. She specializes in evaluating chemical senses, particularly olfaction and taste, in clinical conditions like Parkinson’s disease and Down syndrome.

• Affiliation: University of Verona, Smell & Taste Clinic (University of Dresden)

Research Interests focus on neuroanatomy, sensory systems, and neurodegenerative disorders, utilizing microscopic and multimodal imaging techniques. Her work includes collaborations with the Smell & Taste Clinic at the University of Dresden.

Teaching includes courses in Human Anatomy for Medicine and Surgery, Orthopaedics Techniques, and Nursing programs. She also contributes to third-mission initiatives, including professional training and continuous education.

Research Groups involve studies on cell and tissue biology in biomedical contexts. Projects include gene expression profiling in olfactory neurons and nanoparticle impacts on biological systems.