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Professor Franca Zanardi is a Full Professor of Organic Chemistry at the Department of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Parma, Italy. With a career spanning over two decades, she transitioned from University Researcher (1998-2002) to Associate Professor (2002-2019) before achieving her current role in 2019. Her research focuses on biomedical applications of peptidomimetics, asymmetric synthesis methodologies, and radiolabeled agents for disease diagnosis. Research Interests: Design and synthesis of integrin-targeting peptidomimetics for tumor therapy and diagnostics Development of asymmetric organocatalytic strategies for molecular diversity Creation of radiolabeled compounds for non-invasive diagnosis of neoplastic diseases Scientific Awards: Adolfo Quilico Medal (2024) Premio alla Ricerca Scientifica 'Chimica Organica per le scienze della vita' (2017) Three Excellence Citation Awards (2012, 2012, 2016) Two Hot Paper Recognitions (2015, 2020) Grants and Leadership: Principal Investigator for SARS-CoV-2 biomedical projects (2020-2022), PRIN2020 grant recipient (2022-2024), and participant in multiple international research collaborations. She leads the BioOrganicSynthesiS (BOSS) Group and serves on editorial advisory boards including ACS Central Science .

• Small Molecules & Nanomaterials in Biomedicine
• Asymmetric Synthesis Methodologies
• Radiolabeled Agents for Early Diagnosis
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Fabio Ruggiero serves as Associate Professor of Control and Robotics at the University of Naples Federico II, where he leads the Dynamic Manipulation and Legged Robotics (DynLeg) research topic within the PRISMA Lab. He holds significant leadership positions including Chair of the IEEE Italy RAS Chapter and Associate Editor for the IEEE Transactions on Robotics. His research has secured over 1.2M EUR in European/Italian project funding, most recently for the COWBOT project. Professor Ruggiero's research spans multiple cutting-edge robotics domains with particular expertise in model-based control design for robotic systems. His work focuses on dexterous manipulation techniques (both prehensile and nonprehensile), aerial robotics including UAV manipulation and failure recovery, and legged locomotion for both biped and quadruped platforms. His research integrates advanced control theory with practical implementation challenges in dynamic environments. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions across robotics subfields, with recent work emphasizing aerial manipulation capabilities, dynamic grasping techniques, and legged locomotion control. The research shows progression from fundamental control algorithms toward increasingly complex real-world applications, particularly in unstructured environments requiring adaptive behaviors. As an active member of the robotics community, Professor Ruggiero contributes through editorial work with IEEE Transactions on Robotics and leadership of the IEEE Italy RAS Chapter, helping to shape the direction of robotics research both nationally and internationally. His teaching responsibilities include thesis supervision across multiple robotics domains, with students working on projects related to UAV control, manipulation techniques, and legged locomotion. The research group maintains strong connections with international collaborators and industry partners, facilitating technology transfer and practical applications of theoretical advances. The PRISMA Lab, where Professor Ruggiero conducts his research, serves as a hub for robotics innovation in Southern Italy, featuring specialized facilities for aerial robotics, manipulation research, and legged locomotion studies. The lab supports multiple research lines that intersect through shared control methodologies while addressing domain-specific challenges.

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Aerial Manipulation
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Anna Troiani is an Associate Professor at Sapienza University of Rome in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology within the School of Pharmacy. She teaches multiple courses including Chemistry for Aerospace Engineering, Mass Spectrometry and Radiochemistry for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, and General and Inorganic Chemistry Exercises for Pharmacy students. Her research focuses on mass spectrometry applications , gas-phase ion chemistry , and pharmaceutical analysis . Dr. Troiani's work bridges analytical chemistry with pharmaceutical applications, particularly in developing novel mass spectrometric techniques for analyzing complex chemical reactions in microdroplets and thin films. Her research has significant implications for drug development, food safety, and environmental analysis. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on microdroplet chemistry and gas-phase reaction mechanisms , with applications spanning pharmaceutical analysis, food adulteration detection, and cancer research. Her work demonstrates how specialized mass spectrometry techniques can accelerate chemical reactions and provide mechanistic insights that are difficult to obtain through conventional methods. Dr. Troiani leads research projects focused on gas-phase ion-molecule reactions as models for complex chemical processes, with particular emphasis on oxidizing ionic species and their applications in biochemical and nanotechnological contexts. Her research group investigates sulfur dioxide oxidation mechanisms, carbohydrate dehydration processes, and the development of novel analytical methods for pharmaceutical applications.

• Mass Spectrometry
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Gas-phase Chemistry
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Maurizio Benaglia is a Full Professor in Organic Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, University of Milan , with a distinguished career spanning over two decades in academia and industry. His research focuses on advanced synthetic methodologies, particularly in flow chemistry , stereoselective organocatalysis , and non-conventional reaction media . He has pioneered the development of supported chiral catalysts for continuous flow processes and contributed to 19F imaging agents and chiral supramolecular assemblies . His scientific awards include the prestigious Giacomo Ciamician Medal (2001) and the Piero Pino Medal (2019) from the Italian Chemical Society, alongside multiple recognitions for highly cited works in journals like Organic Letters and Organic Process Research & Development . He has coordinated significant grants such as the REEMIX project (2021-2023) and TECHNOTRAIN (MSCA 2018, €784,500), focusing on circular economy and industrial chemistry. Benaglia’s publications reveal expertise in photocatalysis , electrochemical synthesis , and 3D-printed catalytic devices , with applications in API manufacturing and green chemistry . His teaching includes courses on Organic Chemistry , Catalytic Methodologies , and Flow Chemistry at undergraduate and doctoral levels. He actively contributes to editorial boards, including Molecules , and co-founded the ISPROCHEM international school (2017–present).

• Flow Chemistry
• 3D-Printing
• Synthetic Methodologies
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Francesca Leonelli is Associate Professor in the Chemistry Department at University of Rome La Sapienza, Faculty of Mathematical, Physical and Natural Sciences. Her research focuses on sustainable organic synthesis methodologies, including asymmetric catalysis and carbon quantum dot applications. She leads projects on bioactive compound design and cultural heritage conservation materials. Leonelli develops enantioselective synthesis routes for bioactive natural products and designs covalent adaptable networks for smart materials. Her group pioneers carbon quantum dots for antifungal applications and nucleic acid sensing platforms. She teaches Organic Chemistry for cultural heritage preservation and directs the Organic Synthesis with Laboratory course. Current research includes microalgae-derived polysaccharides for art conservation and dynamic polymer networks based on oxime metathesis. Her work contributes to green chemistry through oleochemical derivatives and sustainable materials design. She collaborates with heritage science institutions on novel conservation methods.

• Organic Synthesis
• Asymmetric Catalysis
• Covalent Adaptable Networks
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Giovanni Piersanti is a Full Professor of Organic Chemistry at the Department of Biomolecular Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Urbino Carlo Bo. He has held this position since 2019, following appointments as Associate Professor (2015-2018) and Assistant Professor (2006-2015) at the same institution. Dr. Piersanti was born in Urbino, Italy in 1974. He received his MS (Hons) in Chemistry from the University of Bologna in 1997 under Prof. M. Panunzio. He completed his PhD in Medicinal Chemistry in 2003 at the University of Urbino under Prof. G. Tarzia, with research conducted as a Visiting Scholar at UC Berkeley with Prof. Paul A. Bartlett. His postdoctoral training included work at MIT with Prof. Mohammad Movassaghi (2003-2004) and at Nerviano Medical Sciences-Milano (2005-2006). His research focuses on developing innovative strategies for synthesizing natural products, particularly indole alkaloids derived from L-tryptophan. His recent work demonstrates expertise in asymmetric synthesis, catalytic methods, and creation of biologically relevant compounds including melatonin derivatives and complex alkaloid structures like rugulovasines. His publications in high-impact journals such as Journal of Organic Chemistry and ACS Omega reflect his contributions to methodology development and natural product synthesis. Dr. Piersanti teaches Fundamentals of Organic and Physical Chemistry, Organic Synthesis in Medicinal Chemistry (in both Italian and English), and Research Quality and Outcomes courses for Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology and Pharmacy programs. His inclusion of bibliometry and research quality assessment in teaching demonstrates engagement with contemporary research evaluation practices.

• Organic Chemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Natural Product Synthesis
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Pietro Amenta is an Associate Professor at the University of Sannio, affiliated with the Department of Law, Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods (DEMM). His academic work focuses on statistical methods, multivariate analysis, and transport systems optimization. Position: Associate Professor Department: DEMM Research: Statistics & Transport Systems Contact: amenta@unisannio.it Dr. Amenta's research interests center on Co-Inertia Analysis , Ordinal Data Handling , and Dimensionality Reduction Techniques . He has developed novel scaling methods for categorical variables and explored applications in transportation planning and social data analysis. His publications reveal trends in Transport Systems (2018-2024), Statistical Methodology (1991-2020), and Data Analysis Techniques (1994-2015). Recent work emphasizes non-negotiable group decisions in transport policy and sustainable mobility frameworks.

• Statistics
• Multivariate Analysis
• Transport Systems
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Professor Roger Hunter holds the Mally Chair of Organic Chemistry in the Chemistry Department at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, a position he has occupied since 2004 after serving as Associate Professor from 1989-2003. His research program bridges synthetic organic chemistry with medicinal applications through cutting-edge methodology development and drug discovery initiatives. His academic journey began with BSc Hons (1975) and PhD, DIC (1978) from Imperial College London, followed by EPSRC Post-Doctoral Research at University College London (1980-1982) and Royal Society Fellowship in Barcelona (1978-1980). He was awarded a US Fulbright Fellowship to Yale University in 2007. Hunter's research integrates synthetic organic chemistry across three major domains: total synthesis of bioactive alkaloids (Castanospermine, Tacamonine, Lepadiformine) using novel asymmetric catalysis techniques; medicinal chemistry targeting HIV through bifunctional reverse-transcriptase inhibitors developed with Yale collaborators; antimalarial agents active against chloroquine-resistant strains; and stable garlic-derived mimics with antimicrobial/anticancer properties. His group also pioneered practical methods for unsymmetrical disulfide synthesis using 1-chlorobenzotriazole. Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on therapeutic applications (HIV, malaria, cancer) coupled with innovative synthetic methodologies, demonstrating interdisciplinary collaboration with virologists, parasitologists, and oncologists to validate compound efficacy. The HIV bifunctional inhibitor project exemplifies his rational drug design approach. His scientific recognition includes: US Fulbright Fellow (2007) at Yale University Hunter leads multiple grant-funded projects through strategic collaborations with Professor Karen Anderson (Yale, HIV inhibitors), Professor Tim Egan (antimalarials), and Dr Catherine Kaschula/Professor Iqbal Parker (anticancer agents). His laboratory trains researchers in advanced organic synthesis while maintaining active partnerships with the Institute of Infectious Disease and Molecular Medicine (IDM) at UCT. The Hunter laboratory operates at the chemistry-biology interface, utilizing specialized instrumentation for complex molecule synthesis and mechanism-of-action studies. Current efforts focus on optimizing azaquaternary center formation for alkaloid synthesis, developing next-generation HIV therapeutics, and expanding the structure-activity database for garlic-derived anticancer compounds.

• Synthetic Organic Chemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Total Synthesis
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Marco Pierini is a Full Professor at the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology within the School of Pharmacy and Medicine at Sapienza University of Rome . He teaches Organic Chemistry and Chemistry of Natural Organic Substances in the Pharmacy degree program. His research focuses on stereochemical lability and molecular interactions , particularly through supramolecular chemistry and dynamic HPLC studies . Research areas: Supramolecular Chemistry, Stereochemistry, Computational Chemistry Techniques: Enantioselective HPLC, NMR and UV-Visible Spectroscopy, Molecular Docking His recent publications emphasize chiral separations and stereochemical stability of pharmaceutical compounds, with applications in drug development and analytical methodologies. Key trends include enantioselective catalysis , chiral electroanalysis , and supramolecular nano-aggregates . Scientific Awards National Scientific Qualification (Abilitazione Scientifica Nazionale) for the 03/C1 sector (Organic Chemistry) in 2017 Winner of competitive procedures for associate professor (2001) and full professor (2021) at Sapienza University

• Supramolecular Chemistry
• Stereochemistry
• Computational Chemistry
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Andrea Sartori is an Associate Professor at the Department of Food and Drug Sciences, University of Parma, Italy. He teaches courses in Gastronomic Science , Food Science and Technology , and Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology , with a focus on physical methods in organic chemistry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) applications. His research spans organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and pharmaceutical technology, emphasizing asymmetric synthesis, organocatalysis, and peptidomimetic design. Key areas include antiviral development (e.g., SARS-CoV-2 inhibition), integrin-targeting conjugates for cancer therapy, and NMR-based food science. Recent publications highlight his work in vinylogous reactions, photochemical synthesis, and radiolabeled tracers for oncological imaging. Collaborations with researchers like Claudio Curti and Franca Zanardi are prominent. He can be contacted via email at andrea.sartori@unipr.it .

• Organic Chemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Food Science
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Nicola Della Ca' is an Associate Professor at the University of Parma , affiliated with the Department of Chemical, Life and Environmental Sustainability Sciences . His career spans teaching, research, and third mission activities (technology transfer and industry collaboration). He has been actively involved in academic governance, including roles in orientation commissions, quality assurance for Master's programs, and leadership in the Emilia Romagna Section of the Italian Chemical Society. Scientific Affiliations: Member, Italian Chemical Society (Industrial Chemistry Division, Catalysis & Organometallic Interdivisional Groups) Coordinator, Interuniversity Consortium for Chemical Reactivity and Catalysis (CIRCC, Parma Unit) Member, Interdepartmental Center for Energy and Environment (CIDEA) Research Focus: Prof. Della Ca' specializes in catalytic methodologies for organic synthesis, with emphasis on: C-H bond activation and functionalization Carbonylation reactions using CO and CO2 Development of novel catalytic systems for pharmaceutical and industrial applications Mechanochemical and photochemical approaches to sustainable synthesis His work includes projects on visible-light-promoted dearomatization, heterogeneous palladium catalysis, and CO2 valorization into industrial chemicals. Scientific Contributions: With over 70 SCOPUS-indexed publications (H-index: 25; ~2700 citations), he has pioneered carbonylation protocols for synthesizing high-value organic compounds. Notable achievements include a patented anti-HIV agent (2016) and leadership in EU-funded projects like METACYL (MSCA, 2020-2022) and PARMA PoC (MISE, 2021-2023). Awards & Recognition: Seal of Excellence (MSCA-IF-2018) Giorgio Squinzi Prize (2023) Multiple publications highlighted in Organic Chemistry Portal , ChemInform , and Synfacts 3 Frontispiece/Inside Back Cover publications 2 Hot Paper/Very Important Publications Teaching & Mentorship: He teaches Principles of Industrial Chemistry (B.Sc.) and Development and Management of Industrial Chemical Processes (M.Sc.). As Quality Assurance Manager (2017-present), he ensures academic excellence in the Industrial Chemistry Master's program.

• Catalytic methodologies for organic synthesis
• C-H bond activation
• Carbonylation reactions
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Denita Cepiku is a Full Professor of Public Management at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, where she also coordinates the PhD track in Public Management & Governance within the Department of Management & Law. She serves as Editor-in-Chief of Azienda Pubblica and Associate Editor of Public Management Review . As a leading expert, she has advised the European Commission since 2016 on the EUPACK project and contributes to Italy’s National Observatory on Public Employment. Cepiku chairs the Local Governance Special Interest Group (SIG) at the International Research Society for Public Management (IRSPM) and the EGPA Study Group on Citizen Participation (2024–present). Her research focuses on collaborative governance (network management, co-production), strategic performance management, social equity, and public sector reforms in developing and transition countries. She has extensively studied public administration reforms in Albania, Italy, and beyond, with a particular emphasis on austerity management, institutional resilience, and cross-sector partnerships. Over 15 years, her scholarship explores governance frameworks, network leadership, and the interplay between global policies and local implementation. Recent work highlights innovations in public service delivery through co-production models and the challenges of managing cutbacks in public organizations. She regularly engages in policy dialogues, bridging academic insights with practical governance solutions. Key Roles: Full Professor, PhD Coordinator, European Commission Advisor, Editorial Board Member Expertise: Public networks, strategic reforms, governance theory, transition economies Contributions: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, international policy consultations, and academic leadership in global governance networks

• Collaborative Governance
• Strategic Performance Management
• Social Equity
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Alberto MINASSI is an Associate Professor at the University of Eastern Piedmont 'Amedeo Avogadro' in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. His research focuses on natural products chemistry, organic synthesis, and drug discovery, with particular expertise in TRP channels, cannabinoid derivatives, and curcumin-based therapeutics. He has contributed to the development of novel synthetic methodologies and biomolecular tools, including fluorescent protein tags and probes for cancer diagnosis. Key projects include R&D_AbITi (antibody development with Regione Lombardia funding), neuroblastoma diagnostic sonda development, and natural products-assisted organic synthesis. His work addresses sustainable chemistry practices and applications in biotechnology, such as enzyme-catalyzed reactions and drug delivery systems. MINASSI's research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in advancing health innovations and environmental sustainability through green synthetic strategies. His publications span over 20 years, with recent emphasis on TRPV1 modulation, curcumin analogues, and cannabinoid chemistry.

• Natural Products Chemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Organic Synthesis
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Alessia Ciogli is an Associate Professor in Organic Chemistry (SSD: CHEM-05/A) at Sapienza University of Rome's Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology. She joined the faculty as a University Researcher in 2010 and was promoted to Associate Professor in November 2019. Her educational background includes a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2005) and a Degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology (2001), both from Sapienza University, followed by postdoctoral research at Sapienza and the University of Vienna. Her research focuses on two primary domains: (1) Advanced chromatographic methodologies including synthesis of next-generation UHPLC/UHPSFC stationary phases and enantiomer separation techniques; and (2) Stereochemical investigation of chiral molecules with emphasis on stereolabile species and organocatalytic asymmetric synthesis. Recent work explores mass spectrometry applications in reaction mechanism studies and heterogeneous catalytic systems. Analyses of her 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveal dominant themes in asymmetric synthesis (40%), chromatographic method development (30%), and bioactive molecule design (30%). Key trends include innovative organocatalyst designs for warfarin synthesis, green extraction techniques for natural products, antiviral agents targeting capsid proteins, and theoretical studies of chiral recognition mechanisms. Teaching activities span multiple programs: Physical Methods in Organic Chemistry (BSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Biotechnology) Organic Chemistry of Natural Substances (BSc Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences) General Chemistry (Environmental Prevention Techniques, 2020-2023)

• Enantiomer Separation
• Chromatography
• Organocatalysis
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Lucia Battistini is an Associate Professor in the Department of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Parma's Faculty of Pharmacy. Her academic career spans over two decades with continuous contributions to organic chemistry research and teaching. She teaches multiple courses including Organic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry I, and Fundamental Chemistry across various degree programs in Animal Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technology, and Cheese Enterprise Management. Education: Graduated with honors in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology from the University of Parma (1995) Qualification to practice as a pharmacist (1996) Doctor of Research in Protein Chemistry (University of Turin, 1999) Professor Battistini's research focuses on two primary areas: the synthesis and characterization of novel multifunctional peptidomimetics as integrin receptor ligands, and the development of new asymmetric synthesis methodologies for selective molecular diversity. Her work on cyclic peptidomimetics containing the RGD sequence has demonstrated high affinity for various integrin subtypes with low nanomolar IC50 values. She has also pioneered vinylogous approaches in asymmetric synthesis to access diverse molecular scaffolds including carbasugars, alkaloids, and nucleosides. Her recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on medicinal chemistry applications, particularly in antiviral research against SARS-CoV-2 and cancer therapeutics targeting integrin receptors. The research spans organic synthesis methodology development, molecular design of peptidomimetics, and biological evaluation of compounds with therapeutic potential. Scientific Awards: Scientific Citation of Excellence (2011) Scientific Citation of Excellence (2012) Professor Battistini provides daily tutoring for students working on experimental degree theses and has supervised or co-supervised 15 degree theses. She has participated as a member of the Operational Unit in multiple funded PRIN Programs (PRIN2000 through PRIN2015). As a member of the Doctoral School Committee for 'Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomolecules and Health Products' since 2013, she contributes significantly to graduate education. She also serves as the Departmental Representative for 'La Notte Europea dei Ricercatori' (European Researchers' Night) activities.

• Organic Chemistry
• Bio-organic Chemistry
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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