Alessandra Ruggiero

Alessandra Ruggiero is a Temporary Assistant Professor at the University of Verona, affiliated with the School of Medicine and Surgery and the Department of Neurosciences, Biomedicine and Movement Sciences. Her research focuses on Molecular Biology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases, particularly HIV/SARS-CoV-2 co-infections and immune response dynamics.

• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor
• Department: Biology and Genetics Section
• University: University of Verona

Her recent work explores vaccine immunogenicity, cellular immunity, and genetic factors influencing disease progression. Key contributions include studies on MALAT1 expression in miR-34a knockout models, HIV/TB co-infection assays, and HLA-C variants in rapid HIV progression.

Dr. Ruggiero actively participates in institutional governance as a member of multiple councils, including the Master’s Degree Council for Biology for Translational Research and Precision Medicine and the Departmental Committee for Research and Internationalization. She contributes to teaching in Molecular Biology and Gene Therapy across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.