Matteo Castelli

Matteo Castelli is a Fixed-term Researcher (Type A) in Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology at the Università Vita Salute San Raffaele. His work focuses on viral pathogenesis, antiviral strategies, and infectious disease mechanisms, with expertise in SARS-CoV-2, hepatitis C virus (HCV), and herpes simplex virus (HSV).

He holds a position within the Department of Medicine, contributing to research on viral dynamics, immune evasion, and molecular mechanisms of viral infections. His teaching responsibilities include courses in Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology for medical students, emphasizing practical laboratory skills and professional competencies.

Castelli's research outputs include studies on viral mutations, antibody responses, and therapeutic interventions. Notable areas of focus are SARS-CoV-2 variant evolution, HCV vaccine targets, and HSV reactivation modeling. His work bridges basic science with clinical applications, including drug repurposing and organ-on-a-chip models for viral infections.

Despite listed teaching assignments and active publication record through 2025, no specific scientific awards or grant details are documented in the provided text.