Massimo Nepi

Massimo Nepi is a Full Professor in Botany at the University of Siena, Department of Life Sciences. His career spans from a Biology degree (1991) and PhD in Agricultural Biology (1995) to a researcher role (2001-2016) and later Associate Professor (2016-present) at the same institution.

Research Focus:
His work centers on plant-animal interactions mediated by nectar, particularly how chemical composition affects pollinator behavior. Key areas include mutualistic relationships, nectar as a plant tool for partner manipulation, and the role of secondary metabolites in floral and extra-floral nectaries.

Collaborations:
He maintains affiliations with the Agricultural Research Organization (Israel), University of Victoria (Canada), and National University of Rosario (Argentina).

Publications:
Recent articles explore nectary ultrastructure, amino acid effects on pollinators, and seasonal nectar chemistry changes, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach combining plant physiology, neurobiology, and ecological modeling.