Paola Affanni

Paola Affanni is an Associate Professor at the Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma. With a PhD in Public Health and over 20 years of experience, she contributes to virology research and teaches in multiple degree programs including Physiotherapy, Midwifery, and Biomedical Laboratory Techniques.

• Current role: Confirmed Researcher (since 2002)
• Teaching areas: Preventive Medicine, Applied Hygiene
• Research focus: Respiratory viruses, vaccination immunity, environmental virology
• Key collaborations: Istituto Superiore di Sanità, University Hospital of Parma

Her research spans virology and epidemiology, particularly examining seasonal/pandemic influenza, poliovirus circulation, and SARS-CoV-2 impacts on vulnerable populations. Recent work explores air disinfection technologies and maternal immunization determinants.

Publications demonstrate expertise in molecular epidemiology, virus characterization, and environmental monitoring, with notable 2025 studies on SARS-CoV-2 in cancer patients and poliovirus surveillance in Parma.