جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Autophagy
• Cancer Biology
• Ovarian Cancer
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Ciro ISIDORO is a Full Professor at the Department of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Piedmont 'Amedeo Avogadro'. His research focuses on cancer biology, particularly autophagy mechanisms in ovarian cancer, lysosomal biology, and the therapeutic potential of natural compounds like resveratrol. He leads projects funded by institutions including the Regione Piemonte, MIUR, and the European Commission, investigating topics such as 3D organoid models, probiotic metabolites, and nanotheranostics. Key projects include: BANP: DA COMPILARE (2013-2016, European Commission) In vitro 3D organoid modeling of colon carcinoma (2017-2021, Università Piemonte Orientale) FFABR 2017- Fondo di finanziamento per le attività base di ricerca (2018-2021, MIUR) Rigenerazione tissutale ossea da cellule staminali gengivali (2017-2019, Università Piemonte Orientale) Research interests span autophagy regulation, tumor microenvironment dynamics, and epigenetic control by non-coding RNAs. He has published over 200 articles, with recent work emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to cancer metabolism, drug delivery systems, and translational oncology. Collaborations include studies on neurodegenerative disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, and SARS-CoV-2 pathogenesis.

Francesca Buffaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence in Life Sciences
• Machine Learning in Biomedicine
• Genomics
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Francesca Buffa is a Full Professor at the Department of Computing Sciences, Bocconi University. She previously held the position of Full Professor of Computational Biology and Cancer Genomics at the University of Oxford. She received her Ph.D. in Physics from the University of London and a degree in Theoretical Physics from the University of Turin. Her research focuses on applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to life sciences, particularly in genomics, transcriptomics, and biomedical data analysis. She leads teams developing computational tools for translating genomic data into actionable insights for human health. Notable contributions include ERC-funded work on cancer genomics and drug response pathways. Her research bridges computational methods with clinical applications, addressing challenges in precision medicine and oncology. Affiliations: Bocconi University (Primary), University of Oxford (Lab Collaboration) Education: Ph.D. Physics (University of London), M.Sc./B.Sc. Theoretical Physics (University of Turin) Teaching focuses on AI in biomedicine, computational modeling, and bioinformatics through courses like AI Lab , Machine Learning Lab , and Bioinformatics .

• Molecular Biology of RNA
• Post-transcriptional Regulation of Gene Expression
• RNA-Protein Interactions
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Roles and Affiliations: Full Professor of Applied Biology at the Department of Cellular, Computational, and Integrative Biology (CIBIO), University of Trento since December 2024. Previously held roles as Associate Professor (2014–2024) and Assistant Professor (2008–2014). Principal Investigator of the RNA Biology and Biotechnology Lab since 2007. Education: European Doctorate in Biotechnology (2000), European Association for Higher Education in Biotechnology PhD in Biological Sciences (1997), Scuola Normale Superiore di Pisa Laurea in Biological Sciences (1993), University of Pisa Research Focus: Specializes in RNA biology, including post-transcriptional regulation, RNA-protein interactions, and applications in gene therapy for diseases like neurodegenerative disorders and muscular dystrophy. Key interests include microRNA mechanisms, antisense RNA-mediated exon skipping, and RNA interference. Grants and Funding: National Coordinator, Futuro in Ricerca (2010–2014): €186k for dementia research Telethon Italia Grant (2009–2011): €183k for FTDP-17 gene therapy Provincia Autonoma di Trento Grant (2012–2016): €251k for fruit development studies Awards and Recognition: Recipient of EMBO/FEBS fellowships, Telethon grants, and institutional grants totaling over €1M. Active in training programs, supervising 10+ PhD students and postdocs. Labs and Teams: Leads the RNA Biology and Biotechnology Lab at CIBIO, collaborating on projects involving CRISPR, antisense RNA, and miRNA therapies. Organized major conferences like ANIS4 Winter School (2014) and 'mRNA fate 2012' (2012).

• Molecular Biology
• Epigenetics
• Cancer Biology
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Alessio Zippo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Cellular, Computational, and Integrative Biology (CIBIO) at the University of Trento. He specializes in epigenetics, chromatin biology, and cancer biology. His research focuses on the role of chromatin in gene regulation, genome stability, and the epigenetic mechanisms underlying cancer progression. Teaching Activities: Chromatin Biology : Explores chromatin function in maintaining cellular identity, tissue homeostasis, and genomic stability. Covers advanced methodologies for studying chromatin and their applications in biotechnology. Epigenetics of Cancer : Examines how epigenetic alterations drive tumorigenesis and their implications for targeted therapy design. Research Interests: Chromatin dynamics, epigenomics, non-coding RNA, gene therapy, tumor biology, and the integration of epigenetic mechanisms with genetic and environmental signals in cancer. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. No recent articles were listed, but his courses highlight active engagement in cutting-edge biomedical research and education.

• Endocrinology
• Stem Cell Research
• Autoimmune Diseases
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Giuseppe Pizzolanti is an Associate Professor at the University of Palermo's School of Medicine and Surgery, affiliated with the Department of Health Promotion, Maternal and Child, Internal Medicine and Specialist Medicine of Excellence 'G. D'Alessandro'. He specializes in endocrinology, stem cell research, and autoimmune disease mechanisms. Primary research themes include diabetic foot ulcers, thyroid cancer molecular pathways, and extracellular vesicle applications in immunotherapy. Key publications focus on hydrogel scaffolds for stem cell delivery, SOX2-SOX17 molecular switches in cancer resistance, and dual-release hydrocortisone efficacy for adrenal insufficiency. His work bridges clinical endocrinology and translational bioengineering, with recent collaborations on 3D bioprinting and nanoparticle drug delivery systems.

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Network Analysis
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Simona Ester Rombo is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Università degli Studi di Palermo (UNIPA), Italy. Her research spans computational biology, bioinformatics, network analysis, and big data approaches applied to biological and social systems. Her primary research interests include: Bioinformatics and computational genomics, particularly focusing on lncRNA-disease associations and RNA editing Network analysis and graph algorithms for biological and social networks Development of software tools for large-scale data analysis in biology Machine learning applications in drug discovery and repurposing Big data approaches for genomic sequence analysis and social network analysis Professor Rombo's publications demonstrate a strong focus on developing computational methods for biological network analysis, with particular emphasis on protein-protein interaction networks, molecular interaction networks, and lncRNA-disease association prediction. Her work bridges computer science and biology, creating practical tools and algorithms that address real biological challenges. Her scientific contributions include: Development of DIAMIN, a software library for distributed analysis of molecular interaction networks Creation of FEDRO, a tool for discovering candidate ORFs in plants with RNA editing Research on topological properties of biological networks and their functional implications Applications of network analysis to drug discovery and repurposing Professor Rombo actively teaches courses related to big data management and software engineering, mentoring students in computer science and artificial intelligence programs. Her office is located at Via Archirafi 34, Floor 2, Room 220 at UNIPA, with office hours on Mondays from 9:30 to 13:30.

Alessandro D'Ursoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Bioinorganic Chemistry
• Supramolecular Chemistry
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Alessandro D'Urso is an Associate Professor in Inorganic Chemistry at the Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Catania. His research focuses on the interactions of water-soluble porphyrinoids with biomolecules, particularly DNA/RNA conformations and proteasome activity modulation. Key applications include photodynamic therapy, chiroptical sensing, and supramolecular material design. PhD in Chemistry (2010) from University of Catania Postdoctoral experience at Columbia University (2012) and Barcelona University (2011) Guest editor for special issues on supramolecular systems and porphyrin-biomolecule interactions His work on supramolecular chirality and non-covalent synthesis has led to high-impact publications and grants like PRIN 2017 (€800,000) and FIRB 2012. He explores proteasome inhibition , G-quadruplex stabilization , and chiral nanomaterials . Recent publications (2023-2025) highlight advancements in proteasome allosteric activation , chiroptical DNA probes , and hybrid porphyrin-melanin films . His 60+ papers and H-index of 20 reflect significant citations. Scientific Leadership : Board member of Interdivisional Group of Biotechnologies (2023-2026) Former Vice-coordinator of Italian Chemical Society's Young Group (2013-2016) Reviewer for 20+ journals including Nature Communications and ACS Publications

• Molecular Medicine
• Biochemistry
• Non-coding RNA
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Montserrat Climent Salarich is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at Humanitas University, Italy, where she conducts research in molecular medicine and biochemistry. She is affiliated with Humanitas Research Hospital, a leading institution in specialized clinical and translational research. Education: Bachelor in Biotechnology, University of Vic (Spain), 2009 Graduate Research, Virginia Tech (USA), 2009–2012 PhD in Molecular Medicine, University of Rome “La Sapienza”, 2015 Her research focuses on non-coding RNAs , particularly miRNAs , as intercellular communication molecules in vascular and inflammatory diseases . She investigates their role in gene regulation and cellular signaling, contributing to the understanding of cardiovascular pathologies. Her work bridges molecular biology and clinical applications, with strong emphasis on translational research. Dr. Climent Salarich has received numerous scientific awards and research grants, highlighting her contributions as a young investigator. She has served as Principal Investigator and Co-PI on competitive Italian grants, including the Cariplo-Telethon Alliance and Ricerca Finalizzata programs. Her accolades include the AACR-SIC Scholar-in-Training Award, the Premio Minerva alla Ricerca, and the EVBO Young Investigator Award. Scientific Awards and Honors: PI Cariplo-Telethon Alliance GJC2023 (2024) Co-PI Ricerca Finalizzata GR2016 (2018) AACR-SIC Scholar-in-Training Award (2018) Premio Minerva alla Ricerca (2017) FIRC Abroad Fellowship (2015) EVBO Young Investigator Award (2015) ESM Travel Award (2015) Graduate Teaching Associate Fellowship, Virginia Tech (2011–2012) Graduate Research Assistant Fellowship, Virginia Tech (2010–2011) She has been actively involved in mentoring and research supervision, particularly during her PhD and postdoctoral work. Her grants demonstrate leadership in independent research projects and collaboration with major institutions like Humanitas Research Hospital and the University of Rome “La Sapienza”. She has secured over 700,000 euros in research funding as PI or Co-PI. Dr. Climent Salarich is a key member of the research team at Humanitas, contributing to a multidisciplinary environment focused on molecular mechanisms of disease. Her work is integrated within a broader network of cardiovascular and molecular medicine research, fostering innovation in diagnostics and therapy.

• Mycorrhizal Symbiosis
• Plant-Fungal Interactions
• Molecular Plant-Microbe Interactions
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Luisa Lanfranco is a Professor in the Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology at the University of Turin, where she specializes in plant-fungal symbiotic relationships, particularly focusing on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF). Her research spans molecular biology, plant nutrition, and microbial ecology, with particular emphasis on nutrient exchange mechanisms and signaling pathways in plant-microbe interactions. She teaches courses in Plant Biology and Diversity, Plant Cell and Molecular Biology, and Principles of Plant and Microbial Biotechnologies across multiple degree programs including Biological Sciences and Plant Biotechnology. Dr. Lanfranco's research interests center around the molecular mechanisms of arbuscular mycorrhizal symbiosis, with specific focus on small RNA signaling, strigolactone-mediated communication, nitrogen acquisition by plants, and the complex relationship between mycorrhizal symbiosis and plant viral infections. Her work has revealed how mycorrhizal associations can both enhance plant nutrient uptake while simultaneously influencing plant responses to pathogens. She has extensively studied the role of apocarotenoids as signaling molecules in establishing symbiotic relationships between plants and fungi. Her publication record shows a consistent research trajectory spanning over three decades, with recent work increasingly focusing on molecular mechanisms including small RNA regulation in symbiotic relationships, nutrient exchange at the plant-fungal interface, and the complex interactions between mycorrhizal symbiosis and plant viral infections. The thematic evolution of her work demonstrates a progression from morphological and taxonomic studies of mycorrhizal fungi toward sophisticated molecular and genomic analyses of plant-fungal communication. Dr. Lanfranco actively participates in multiple academic bodies including the Monitoring and Review Commission for Plant Biotechnology, the Master's Degree Course Council in Plant Biotechnology, the Teaching Commission, the Research Commission, and the Departmental Council. She leads the Biology of Mycorrhizal Interactions research group and is involved in the PRIN 2022 project studying viromes of fungi interacting with plants.

Marco Emilio Bianchiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Biology
• Immunology
• Tumor Biology
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Marco Emilio Bianchi is a Full Professor of Molecular Biology at the University of Life and Health San Raffaele , Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. He has held academic roles since 1987, including Associate Professor positions at the University of Milan, University of Pavia, and prior Staff Scientist roles at EMBL and Yale University. Education: Degree in Biological Sciences (1980, University of Milan, 110/110 with honors); Scientific High School Diploma (1976, Leone XIII High School, Milan). Research Focus: Leader in HMGB proteins and DAMPs, linking inflammation, immune response, and tumor biology. Key contributions to understanding HMGB1 in epilepsy and inflammation-associated tumors. Recent publications highlight his work on HMGB1-CXCL12 interactions , NF-κB dynamics , and infectious disease immunology (SARS-CoV-2, mpox). His 15 most recent articles (2022-2024) span Molecular Biology , Oncology , and Immunology , with subfields in inflammatory signaling , tumor microenvironment , and RNA biology . Awards: Angelika Bierhaus Memorial Award (2015). Leadership: Founder of HMGBiotech srl; Editorial Board member of Cell Death and Differentiation , Journal of Leukocyte Biology , and Molecular Medicine . Professional Affiliations: EMBO member (since 2000); Former President of SIBBM (2000-03).

• Cancer Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
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Simona Punzi is a Researcher at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, specializing in Advanced Medical and Surgical Technology and Methodology . Her work focuses on molecular mechanisms driving cancer progression and metastasis, with particular emphasis on breast and colorectal cancers. Mechanisms of cancer cell plasticity and drug resistance Epigenetic regulation in tumor development Metastasis prevention strategies Targeted therapy approaches Signal transduction pathways Recent publications highlight trends in synthetic lethality screening , non-coding RNA regulation , and chromatin modification as therapeutic approaches. Her work spans from fundamental molecular biology to translational applications, including comparative studies in veterinary medicine. Contact: punzi.simona@unisr.it