Emiliano Biasini

Emiliano Biasini is an Associate Professor at the University of Trento, affiliated with the Department of Cellular, Computational and Integrative Biology (CIBIO) and the Centre for Medical Sciences (CISMED). His research focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's and prion-related disorders, with a strong emphasis on protein misfolding, aggregation, and drug discovery. He employs zebrafish models and advanced biochemical techniques to investigate mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration and develop novel therapeutic strategies.

His expertise spans biomolecules, enzymology, and amyloid biochemistry, with contributions to understanding copper toxicity in Wilson disease and the functional roles of prion proteins. Teaching responsibilities include courses on biochemistry and macromolecular technologies, emphasizing protein structure-function relationships and proteomic analysis.

Recent research highlights include identifying modulators of prion proteins, developing anti-prion compounds, and exploring the structural basis of protein aggregation. His work bridges fundamental biology with translational medicine, aiming to translate molecular insights into clinical applications.