Broad spectrum antivirals The group identified active compounds against emerging viruses (i e Zika, Dengue, SARS COV 2). Analysis of novel foods and circular economy Study the upcycling by products in insects Analysis of the influence insect derived components in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases
The research group works in the following fields: development of epigenetic and non-epigenetic modulators for the treatment of hematologic tumors. design and synthesis of inhibitors targeting enzymes of the endocannabinoid system for the development of therapeutic agents for neurodegenerative diseases and epilepsy treatment. synthesis of new pharmacological tools for the treatment of rare diseases. Design and synthesis of enzymatic inhibitors or receptor modulators for the development of new infectious agents. Green chemistry methods for the development of new neurodegeneration modulators.
The research activity is focused on basic research projects based on the ONE HEALTH principle . The activity mainly aims to evaluate the benefits for human health of compounds extracts of ornamental plants or foods with particular attention to the principles of local biodiversity and bioeconomy
The BioAgryLab's research activity is aimed at finding sustainable solutions to be adopted in agriculture to increase both crop yield and quality by reducing the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers and pesticides, in accordance with guidelines issued by the European Commission, as well as identifying alternative solutions to address environmental issues related to climate change, such as drought, salinity and increased ozone levels
The new plant variety of the Japanese Sino Plum Dofi Sandra was obtained by the breeders in 1989 by crossing the Black Gold x Brumosa plum varieties.
The research group has carried out genetic improvement resulting in the production of the new variety of A. cruentus currently called UNIFI6161.
The present invention concerns a method for the production of olive oils, especially extra virgin, enriched in cellular compounds extracted from the fruit
