Silvio Sosa

Dr. Silvio Sosa is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the Department of Life Sciences, University of Trieste. He serves on the Department's Board and is an active member of the Pharmacology and toxicology of natural substances research group led by Professor Aurelia Tubaro. His academic position places him within the Biomedicine research area and Pharmacology and chemotherapy research strand at the university.

His research interests include:

• Pharmacology and toxicology of marine biotoxins, particularly palytoxins and TTXs (Tetrodotoxins)
• Development of detection methods for algal toxins in seafood
• Toxicological investigation of graphene and graphene-based nanomaterials
• Risk assessment of emerging toxins in marine environments
• Cutaneous toxicity of nanomaterials
• Food safety monitoring for marine toxin contamination

Dr. Sosa's recent publications reveal a strong focus on marine toxin mechanisms and nanomaterial safety. His work spans from fundamental toxicology studies on pinnatoxin G and azaspiracids to practical applications in detection methods and risk assessment. A significant portion of his research addresses the Mediterranean-specific issue of Ostreopsis blooms and associated toxins, with implications for both public health and local economies dependent on coastal tourism and seafood industries.

His scientific contributions include awards and recognition through active participation in major research projects funded by Italian Ministry of Health, Ministry of University and Research, and INAIL. These projects address critical issues in marine toxin safety and nanomaterial applications.

Dr. Sosa maintains an active research program with ongoing investigations into the toxicological profiles of emerging marine toxins and the safety assessment of graphene-based materials. His work bridges laboratory research with practical applications for public health protection, particularly in coastal regions where marine toxin exposure poses significant risks to human health and local economies.