Sandro Mancinelli

Sandro Mancinelli is an Associate Professor in Hygiene and Public Health at the Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, School of Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy. His research focuses on epidemiology, global health, HIV/AIDS prevention, and aging-related health challenges. He holds an MD (1979), a specialty in Hygiene and Preventive Medicine (1982), and a PhD in Epidemiology and Microbiology (1987).

Educational Background:

• 1979: MD
• 1982: Specialty in Hygiene and Preventive Medicine
• 1987: PhD in Epidemiology and Microbiology (La Sapienza University)

Research Interests:

• Public health interventions targeting vulnerable populations (e.g., elderly, migrants)
• Epidemiological modeling of infectious diseases
• HIV/AIDS prevention and maternal-child health in sub-Saharan Africa (via the DREAM program)
• Frailty assessment and healthcare system optimization for aging populations
• Occupational health risks (e.g., asbestos exposure)

Key Projects:

• DREAM program (1999–2012): Fought HIV/AIDS and malnutrition in Africa
• BRaVE Project: Developed vaccination strategy tools
• Italian Ministry of Health initiatives (e.g., drug surveillance networks)

Scientific Output: Over 200 publications including 95 peer-reviewed articles, 103 abstracts/posters, and 8 books. Research spans aging, global health, and infectious disease control.

Grants and Collaborations: Extensive experience in international health programs, including work with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Research Council (CNR).

Labs/Teams: Leads public health training programs at Tor Vergata University and collaborates with institutions like the Roman Public Health Academy.