جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Agricultural entomology
• Biological control
• Ecological chemistry
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Gianfranco Anfora is a Full Professor at the University of Trento, affiliated with both the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering and the Center Agriculture Food Environment (C3A), where he serves as Deputy Dean. His research focuses on agricultural entomology, biological control, and sustainable pest management. Key expertise areas include integrated pest control, semiochemicals, and viticulture-related challenges. Anfora teaches courses on biopesticides, vine protection, and eco-sustainable management of invasive species. His research emphasizes vibrational communication in pests like Halyomorpha halys and Drosophila suzukii, exploring non-chemical control strategies such as sterile insect techniques and biological control agents. Collaborative projects include classical biological control programs targeting invasive species in vineyards and果园. Anfora’s work often bridges ecology and applied pest management, addressing climate and landscape impacts on agricultural practices. Recent studies highlight innovations in vibrational mating disruption, substrate-borne signaling, and radiation effects on pest behavior. His contributions aim to balance productivity, environmental sustainability, and regulatory compliance within agri-food systems. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, but his extensive publication record reflects significant contributions to entomological and agricultural research.

• Entomology
• Dung Beetle Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Claudia Palestrini is a Professor at the Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology , University of Turin. Her work focuses on dung beetles , ground beetles , and Alpine biodiversity conservation , with a strong emphasis on geometric morphometrics , zoogeography , and entomology . Her research integrates ecology , systematics , and phylogeny to study insect communities in Alpine and Mediterranean environments. Key themes include habitat use , species differentiation , and sustainable land management . She has contributed to over 400 publications, with recent work analyzing equine feeding devices and insect acoustic signals . Her teaching includes courses on Entomology for Cultural Heritage , Biological Sciences , and Environmental Education . She serves on academic committees like the Department Council and Interdisciplinary Sport Sciences program. Her work bridges entomology and sustainable sports practices , highlighting the importance of biodiversity in human-impacted ecosystems.

• Zoology
• Tardigrade Biology
• Anhydrobiosis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lorena REBECCHI is a Full Professor in the Department of Life Sciences at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. Her research focuses on tardigrade biology, particularly their survival mechanisms under extreme conditions such as desiccation, temperature extremes, and radiation. She explores phylogenetic relationships, symbiotic microbiota, and evolutionary adaptations of these organisms. REBECCHI's work integrates morphological, molecular, and physiological approaches, contributing to understanding anhydrobiosis, stress responses, and tardigrade ecology. Key research areas include tardigrade phylogeny (e.g., resolving their position within Panarthropoda), environmental adaptations (e.g., thermal tolerance and acid resistance), and astrobiology applications (e.g., space flight experiments). She has described multiple new species and revised taxonomic classifications within Tardigrada. REBECCHI collaborates internationally, evidenced by conferences like the 2024 IADCI meeting hosted at her institution. Publications emphasize comparative transcriptomics, symbiont evolution, and the structural basis of tardigrade feeding mechanisms. Her lab's work on Antarctic tardigrades highlights climate change impacts and genetic diversity. REBECCHI's research has practical applications in biotechnology (e.g., space food systems) and environmental monitoring.

Hannes Schulerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Insect Symbionts
• Microbiome Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hannes Schuler is a Tenured Associate Professor of Agricultural and Forest Entomology at the Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano (UniBZ). His research focuses on the evolutionary ecology of insect pest species, with particular emphasis on host-microbe interactions and symbiont-mediated adaptations. He leads the Schuler Lab and is a member of the Competence Centre for Plant Health at UniBZ. Dr. Schuler's primary research interests include: Evolutionary ecology of insect pest species Microbial symbionts and their impact on host ecology and evolution Population genomics of invasive insect species Sustainable pest management approaches Tripartite interactions between phytoplasma, vectors, and microbiomes His research combines genomic and population genomic approaches with in vivo experiments in laboratory and semi-field settings. Dr. Schuler's lab has made significant contributions to understanding the role of bacterial symbionts in invasion processes, particularly in fruit flies (Rhagoletis species), psyllids, and bark beetles. Recent work has focused on the microbiome of invasive species, symbiont-mediated adaptations, and the development of sustainable pest control strategies that reduce chemical pesticide use. Dr. Schuler has edited a special issue of the journal Insects titled "Insect Symbionts: Evolution and Application," which features 11 publications spanning topics from symbiont-driven seasonal adaptation to Wolbachia-mitochondrial DNA associations. His research has been presented at numerous international conferences including the European Conference of Entomology and the Population Genetics Group Meeting, with recent presentations at CNIE 2025 in Siena covering apricot aphids, olive fly symbionts, and psyllid symbionts. Among his notable achievements: Successful supervision of multiple PhD students including Maja, Juan, and Giulia Calia Securing funding for multiple research projects on insect symbionts and pest management Establishing international collaborations with researchers across Europe Organizing lab activities and mentoring junior researchers Dr. Schuler actively supervises Master's and PhD students, teaches courses on plant protection, theory of scientific method, and plant and livestock health, and maintains an active research program with multiple ongoing projects investigating the role of symbionts in invasion biology and sustainable pest management.

• Entomology
• Biological Control
• Biopesticides
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michele Ricupero is an Assistant Professor (RTD-B) in the Department of Agriculture Food and Environment (Di3A) at the University of Catania, specializing in Applied Entomology. His research focuses on sustainable pest control in protected crops using biological methods and biopesticides, with emphasis on ecotoxicology of natural enemies. Education includes a B.S. and M.S. in Agricultural Sciences (with honors), Ph.D. in Agricultural Sciences, and professional certification as an Agronomist. He conducted international research at institutions including INRA (France), University of Minnesota (USA), and Universidad de Talca (Chile) through Erasmus+ grants. Research interests center on: Biological control of horticultural pests (especially tomatoes) Molecular identification of insects Transcriptomics of plant-insect defenses Bioinsecticide development and ecotoxicology His publications demonstrate strong focus on sustainable pest management, with recent works analyzing non-target effects of pesticides, essential oil formulations, and invasive species dynamics. Awards include: Top Reviewer in Multidisciplinary, Plant & Animal Science (Clarivate, 2019) He advises graduate theses on topics like RNA interference in Lepidoptera and bioinsecticide efficacy. Research funded through PRIN projects, ENI Italy-Tunisia programmes, and Agritech Center. Leads activities in the Biocontrol Lab and serves on the Board of the Italian Entomological Society. Editorial roles include Annals of Applied Biology and guest editorships for Agronomy and Frontiers in Agronomy.

Luigimaria Borrusoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil and molecular ecology
• Plant-fungal/bacterial-soil interaction
• (Agro)-ecological networks in apple orchards and vineyards
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Luigimaria Borruso is a Tenured Professor at the Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences at the Free University of Bolzano. Their research focuses on soil and molecular ecology, microbial communities in agro-ecosystems, and environmental DNA (eDNA) applications for biodiversity conservation. University: Free University of Bolzano School: Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences Email: luigimaria.borruso@unibz.it Research Interests: Soil and molecular ecology Plant-fungal/bacterial-soil interactions (Agro)-ecological networks in apple orchards and vineyards Soil quality indicators Agroecology Environmental DNA (eDNA) in soil biodiversity conservation Science education for soil literacy Recent Publications Trends: Recent works explore microplastics in soil systems, biochar-microbe partnerships for crop growth, microbial dynamics in extreme environments (volcanoes, Antarctica), and applications of metabarcoding in conservation biology (lemurs, bats). They also investigate sustainable agricultural practices, including living labs and soil enzyme analysis via machine learning. Courses Taught: General Chemistry and Biochemistry at the bachelor's level, and advanced topics like Soil Ecology, Statistical Methods for Agricultural Research, and Soil Protection in master's programs.

• Numerical Cognition
• Animal Behavior
• Comparative Psychology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

ROSA RUGANI is an Associate Professor at the University of Padua, Italy, specializing in cognitive and developmental psychology with a focus on numerical cognition. Her work explores how numerical and spatial representations emerge in non-human animals and humans, particularly through studies on domestic chicks, rhesus monkeys, zebrafish, and insects. She investigates foundational questions about innate numerical abilities, spatial-numerical associations, and the evolutionary origins of mathematical concepts. Her research integrates behavioral experiments, comparative approaches, and developmental studies to understand cross-species cognition. Research interests include proto-arithmetic capacities in animals, the mental number line in non-linguistic species, and the interaction between animacy, numerosity, and spatial processing. She has pioneered studies demonstrating that newborn chicks exhibit left-to-right spatial-numerical associations similar to humans, suggesting evolutionary conservation of these mechanisms. Her work challenges anthropocentric views of numerical cognition, emphasizing cognitive capacities in animals. Rugani's studies often use interdisciplinary methods, combining behavioral testing with computational modeling and neurobiological insights. She has contributed to debates on the biological basis of numerical concepts, the role of early environmental influences on cognitive development, and the relationship between numerical processing and other cognitive domains like object individuation and spatial attention.

Luca Dellafioraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Chemistry
• Computational Toxicology
• Mycotoxin Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Luca Dellafiora is an Associate Professor at the Department of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Parma, specializing in Food Chemistry (SSD CHIM/07-B). He leads international mobility coordination for the Master's Degree in Human Nutrition Sciences and manages internship programs. His research focuses on hybrid in silico/in vitro approaches to assess chemical risks and benefits in foods, particularly xenobiotics and mycotoxins. Education PhD in Food Science and Technology (2015), University of Parma Master's in Molecular Biology (2011), University of Parma Bachelor's in Biology (2008), University of Parma Research Interests Prof. Dellafiora investigates chemical and chemico-toxicological aspects of food compounds using computational and experimental methods. Key areas include mycotoxin metabolism , bioactive compound interactions , endocrine disruption , and food risk assessment . His work addresses detoxification strategies and masked mycotoxin analysis. Recent publications highlight trends in in silico modeling for toxin-receptor interactions, foodborne pathogen adhesion , and molecular mechanisms of contaminants . Articles span computational toxicology, mycotoxin research, and food safety innovations. Coordinates Telephone: 902073 Office: Science Park Area 17/A, Chemical Building Email: luca.dellafiora@unipr.it

• Genetics
• Developmental Biology
• Epigenetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Riccardo PAPA is a Full Professor at the Department of Chemical, Life and Environmental Sustainability Sciences, University of Parma. He teaches Genetics (Bachelor's Degree in Natural and Environmental Sciences) and Developmental Genetics and Epigenetics (Master's Degree in Biomolecular, Genomic and Cellular Sciences) for multiple academic cohorts (2022/23 to 2025/26). His research focuses on evolutionary and developmental biology, with recent publications analyzing range expansion theory in Caribbean anoles, genome evolution in Heliconiini butterflies, molecular barcoding for seafood conservation, and WntA signaling in wing patterning. Recent publications highlight his work in molecular ecology and conservation genetics, particularly through ecological restoration projects and evolutionary developmental biology. His research integrates population genetics with environmental sustainability challenges. Contact: riccardo.papa@unipr.it

Bessem CHOUAIAمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Microbial Ecology
• Insect-Bacteria Symbiosis
• Bacteria-Arthropod Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bessem Chouaia is a Researcher at INRAE (since February 2024) and previously held academic roles including Assistant Professor (Tenure Track and non-Tenure Track) at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He specializes in microbial ecology and symbiotic interactions, focusing on bacteria-arthropod relationships. His work addresses symbiotic control strategies for insect pests and environmental microbiology. Education: PhD in Animal Biology (2010, University of Milan), MSc in Microbiology (2006, Tunis), BSc in Biological Sciences (2002, Monastir). Professional Experience: Extensive postdoctoral research at institutions like Cornell University and the Rowland Institute at Harvard. Research Themes: Symbiotic nutritional interactions, microbial diversity in extreme environments, and biotechnological applications of symbiosis. His recent projects include leading the Maricostems initiative (PRIN 2022) and contributing to EU-funded programs like BIODESERT. He collaborates with institutions in Italy, France, Saudi Arabia, and the USA on symbiosis research. Teaching roles include courses on industrial microbiology and environmental biotechnology. He actively reviews for journals like Frontiers in Microbiology and serves on the British Ecological Society Peer Review College.

• Conservation Biology
• Landscape Ecology
• Floristics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Salvatore Pasta is a permanent Researcher at the Institute of Biosciences and BioResources (IBBR-CNR) in Palermo, Italy. His work spans Conservation Biology , Landscape Dynamics , and Island Biogeography , focusing on Mediterranean ecosystems. With a PhD in Plant Biosystematics and Ecology from the University of Florence, he has published extensively on plant conservation, urban ecology, and palaeoecological studies. Education: PhD in Plant Biosystematics and Ecology (University of Florence, 1997) Master in Natural History Sciences (University of Palermo, 1993) Research Interests: Conservation strategies for endangered species like Zelkova and Calendula Urban ecosystem dynamics and citizen science applications Historical analysis of human-vegetation interactions in Sicily Fire regime impacts on Mediterranean vegetation Notable Contributions: Developed biotechnological protocols for Calendula maritima conservation Documented trait variability in Zelkova species Contributed to IUCN Mediterranean Islands Plant Specialist Group

Luca Pietro Casacciمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Animal Behavior
• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Luca Pietro Casacci is an Associate Professor at the University of Turin, Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, specializing in animal behavior, biodiversity, and chemical/acoustic communication in insects. His work bridges ecology, genetics, and conservation biology. Focus on ant-butterfly interactions Expert in social parasitism mechanisms Research spans climate change impacts and multimodal signaling Recent publications highlight collaborations across European institutions and innovative methods in environmental monitoring. He coordinates international relations for his department and serves as Erasmus+ referent for Natural Sciences. Contact: luca.casacci@unito.it 2025: Insect chemical defense and mimicry 2024: Ant chemical signals in vineyards, climate effects on butterflies 2023: Geomagnetic navigation in ants, fungal infection effects

• Food Science
• Nutrition
• Plant Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Paola Pontieri is a Researcher at the Institute of Biosciences and Bioresources (IBBR), part of the National Research Council of Italy (CNR), working at the Naples branch (UOS Napoli). She has established herself as a leading expert in food-grade sorghum research and mitochondrial biology, with work spanning agricultural science, food technology, and biomedical applications. Education: PhD in Applied Biological Sciences at the University of Naples Federico II (2007) Degree in Pharmacy at the University of Naples Federico II Dr. Pontieri's research program focuses on two primary areas: food-grade sorghum as a functional food source and mitochondrial ribosomal proteins in relation to neurodegenerative diseases. Her sorghum work encompasses the entire value chain from cultivation to food product development, with particular emphasis on white food-grade varieties suitable for celiac patients. She has conducted extensive analyses of sorghum's nutritional composition, protein content, antioxidant properties, and practical applications. Her mitochondrial research investigates connections between mitochondrial ribosomal proteins and diseases like Alzheimer's using yeast and nematode models, with a specific focus on tellurite resistance mechanisms. Analysis of Dr. Pontieri's publication record shows a consistent focus on sorghum as a food resource with Mediterranean adaptability, expanding over time to include connections between mitochondrial function and human health. Her recent work (2024-2025) demonstrates continued innovation in sorghum applications, including animal nutrition, while maintaining her dual research focus that bridges agricultural science with biomedical research. Research Projects: ISFAAGF - Development of a sorghum agri-food chain for gluten-free products Celi.Net - Characterization of gluten-free crops including food-grade sorghum Distretto Campania Bioscience - Functional flours and baked goods for celiac patients NutrAge - CNR-DISBA project focused on nutrition and aging Dr. Pontieri has served as Scientific Responsible for multiple research projects funded by regional and national initiatives, demonstrating leadership in coordinating interdisciplinary teams. Her work has practical applications in developing sustainable food systems and addressing nutritional challenges, with significant collaborations across Italy and internationally. Her laboratory focuses on characterizing sorghum proteins and bioactive compounds, establishing protocols for nutritional analysis of Mediterranean-grown varieties, and investigating mitochondrial dysfunction mechanisms.

• Animal Cognition
• Numerical Cognition
• Magnetoreception
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dmitry Kobylkov is a Research Fellow at the Interdepartmental Center for Mind/Brain Sciences (CIMEC) of the University of Trento, Italy. His work investigates neural and cognitive mechanisms in animal models, with emphasis on innate capacities for numerical processing, face recognition, and spatial orientation. His core research spans Animal Cognition , Numerical Cognition , Magnetoreception , and Sensory Neuroscience . He employs electrophysiological recordings and behavioral experiments to study how domestic chicks and songbirds process numerical information, detect faces, and navigate using Earth's magnetic field—addressing fundamental nature vs. nurture questions in cognitive development. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant trends: (1) discovery of number-selective neurons in avian brains, (2) validation of the radical-pair mechanism in magnetic compass orientation, and (3) demonstration of innate face-selectivity in naive chicks. His interdisciplinary approach bridges neuroscience, biophysics, and comparative psychology. Scientific Awards: No awards, fellowships, or medals were mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: No information about students, research grants, or funding sources was provided. Labs and Teams: Dr. Kobylkov operates within CIMEC's collaborative framework at the University of Trento, working closely with Giorgio Vallortigara (principal collaborator), Uwe Mayer, Orsola Rosa Salva, and international teams studying avian cognition and magnetoreception mechanisms.

• Entomology
• Biological Control
• Insect Genetics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Luca Mazzon is a permanent Researcher at the Department of Agronomy, Food, Natural resources, Animals and Environment (DAFNAE) at the University of Padova , Italy. His work focuses on entomology, biological control, and microbial ecology, particularly in agricultural and forest ecosystems. Address: Agripolis - Viale dell'università, 16 - Legnaro (Padova), Italy Email: lmazzon@unipd.it Phone: +39 049 8272813 Mazzon’s research spans insect symbiosis , genetic diversity , and landscape ecology , with a focus on pests like the olive fly and Barbitistes vicetinus . He employs molecular biology and ecological modeling to study pest control strategies and microbiota dynamics. His recent publications address topics such as host-parasitoid interactions , symbiotic bacteria in fruit flies , and environmental impacts on insect populations . Themes include biological control mechanisms, microbial ecology, and conservation-oriented agricultural practices. While no scientific awards are listed in the provided data, Mazzon’s work contributes to sustainable pest management and biodiversity preservation in agroforestry systems.