Biosafety - IM
The Biosafety sector focuses primarily on the analysis of highly pathogenic agents, typically in environmental samples, and in case of biological incidents (ABC concept). Its service activities focus on public health protection, addressing not only bioterrorism alarms but also the analysis of contaminated environmental samples hazardous to humans and animals, as well as investigations of pathogens transmitted by vector organisms, such as mosquitoes.
Research is primarily centered on microorganisms in disease vectors, such as mosquito-borne viruses, their spread, transmission risks, and antiviral agents.
Research is primarily centered on microorganisms in disease vectors, such as mosquito-borne viruses, their spread, transmission risks, and antiviral agents.
Regional Laboratory South
We focus on measures and procedures to protect humans, animals, and the environment from biological hazards, primarily represented by microorganisms such as viruses and bacteria.
Biological control agents
Our research contributes to the assessment of microbiological risks in the fields of environmental and food safety, particularly concerning biopesticides used for the control of disease vector populations.
Vector microbiology
We study pathogens transmitted by arthropod vectors, contributing to advancing knowledge on the risks associated with the transmission and spread of arboviral diseases.
From left to right: Patrick Hilpisch, Eva Veronesi, Stefania Cazzin, AnnaPaola Caminada, Giulia Zezza and Valeria Guidi.