Samuele Bovo

Samuele Bovo is a Junior Assistant Professor (fixed-term) and Fixed-term Researcher Type A (junior) at the Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Technologies (DISTAL), University of Bologna. His academic discipline is AGRI-09/A (General Zootechnics and Genetic Improvement). He holds a Master's in Bioinformatics (2013) and a PhD in Biotechnological and Pharmaceutical Sciences (2018), both from the University of Bologna. His research focuses on omic data analysis in livestock, including pigs, cattle, rabbits, and bees, with an emphasis on metabolomics, genomics, and their application to breeding and conservation. He has contributed to projects like PigPhenomics (PRIN2017-MIUR) and EU-LI-PHE, and has conducted international collaborations at institutions such as the Earlham Institute (UK) and the National Centre for Biotechnology (Spain). His work integrates computational methods and systems biology to address challenges in sustainable livestock production and genetic resource management.

Education:

• PhD in Biotechnological and Pharmaceutical Sciences (2018), University of Bologna
• Master's in Bioinformatics (2013), University of Bologna

Research Interests:

His research spans computational biology, metabolomics, and genomic analysis in livestock. Key areas include:

• Omics integration for molecular phenotyping
• Genetic improvement of Italian pig breeds
• Functional genomics and systems biology
• Entomological authentication of honey via eDNA
• Sustainable breeding strategies for conservation

Recent Articles: Over 90 peer-reviewed publications, focusing on genomic and metabolomic analyses in livestock, including studies on pig viromes, breed-specific metabolic pathways, and honey bee population genetics. These contributions highlight advancements in applying omic technologies to improve animal health, productivity, and genetic resource management.

Awards: While no specific awards are listed, his work has been recognized through high citation metrics (Scopus h-index 19, Google Scholar h-index 23 as of 2025).

Grants & Collaborations: Involved in national and international grants including PRIN2017-MIUR and COST Action FAANG-EUROPE. He has also conducted STSM research exchanges in the UK and Spain.

Labs/Teams: Member of the Animal and Food Genomics Group, contributing to projects like PigPhenomics and EU-LI-PHE. Formerly part of the Bologna Biocomputing Group.