Carla Palumbo

Carla Palumbo is a Full Professor at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, affiliated with the Department of Biomedical, Metabolic and Neuroscience Sciences. Her research focuses on human anatomy, bone biology, and regenerative medicine, with particular emphasis on osteogenesis mechanisms, biomaterials, and cellular signaling pathways. Her work integrates molecular, cellular, and translational research, addressing topics such as bone regeneration using novel biomaterials like scleral ossicles, the role of osteocytes in skeletal health, and the impact of muscle-bone crosstalk. Dr. Palumbo is also involved in medical education, advocating for gender medicine and personalized physical activity prescription in medical curricula.

Her studies explore innovative approaches to bone repair, including the use of bioactive glasses and 3D-printed scaffolds. She investigates nuclear envelope dynamics in cancer progression and the effects of nanoparticles on cellular processes. Key projects include evaluating angiogenic potential of biomaterials using the chick chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) model and examining autophagy in colorectal carcinogenesis. Her lab employs advanced techniques such as exosome-mediated therapies and proteomic analyses to advance regenerative strategies and disease understanding.

Dr. Palumbo’s research has contributed to clinical insights in orthopedic surgery, such as comparing surgical techniques like Piezosurgery versus traditional osteotomes. She collaborates across disciplines, bridging basic science with clinical applications, and emphasizes eco-sustainable materials in regenerative medicine.