I am broadly interested in natural sciences, particularly biology.
My research experience has revolved around understanding how biological and environmental processes
within and among populations or species produce biodiversity and adaptations and how to preserve them.
Below, some of the main topics of my studies:
NEREA
Naples Ecological REsearch for Augmented observatories. Learn more about NEREA (click here)! Analysing environmental "omics" samples collected during the NEREA expeditions to shed light on coastal ecology and biology, particularly the marine microbiome |
Genomic susceptibility to extinction
ENDEMIXIT: a whole-genomes approach to study and protect endangered Italian endemics (and many spin-off projects). Follow us in the ENDEMIXIT's website (click here)! |
Repeated hybrid zones in marine snails
Observing evolution in action before our eyes through hybrids in beautiful shores to uncover the processes underlying biodiversity. Multiple lines of research all involving Littorina snails, check the Littorina Research Team's website (click here)! |