Dr Carmela Conte | Neuroscience | Best Extension Activity Award

Aggregate Professor at Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. University of Perguia ,Italy

 

Carmela Conte is an Italian biochemist and Aggregate Professor at the University of Perugia. She holds a Master’s in Biological Sciences (1994) 🎓, a PhD in Medical Embryology (2000) 🧬, and a specialization in Chemistry and Food Technology (2002) 🧑‍🔬. Recently, she achieved National Habilitation as an Associate Professor in Biochemistry (2023) 🏅.Since 2007, she has taught Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Perugia 📚. Her research focuses on Parkinson’s disease and neuroinflammation 🧠, with notable work conducted at VUMC Medical University of Amsterdam 🧪.Carmela is a member of the European Society for Neurochemistry and the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society 🌐. She serves as a reviewer editor for Frontiers in Neuroscience and reviews for several journals 📝. Her contributions include numerous research papers and conference presentations 🗒️.She also participates in institutional committees at the University of Perugia, collaborating with scientists across Europe to advance neurodegeneration research 🤝.

 

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Education 🎓

Carmela Conte holds a Master’s Degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Perugia, completed on November 3, 1994. She pursued a PhD in Medical Embryology through a joint program of the Universities of Perugia and Ferrara, finishing on January 19, 2000. Additionally, she specialized in Chemistry and Food Technology at the University of Perugia from November 1, 2000, to November 1, 2002. Recently, she obtained her National Habilitation as an Associate Professor in Biochemistry, effective from September 29, 2023.

Work Experience 🏢

Since September 7, 2007, Carmela has served as an Aggregate Professor in Biochemistry at the University of Perugia, teaching courses in General and Systematic Biochemistry, Medical Applied Biochemistry, and Molecular Biology. Her dedication to teaching is complemented by her involvement in research, particularly evident during her teaching and training mobility at VUMC Medical University of Amsterdam from June 24 to July 5, 2019, where she conducted research on the role of Toll-like receptors in Parkinson’s disease.

Skills and Expertise 🧠

Carmela’s expertise spans several critical areas, including neurodegenerative diseases, animal models of neurodegenerative diseases, signal transduction, molecular biology, and cell biology. Her research skills are deeply rooted in her comprehensive understanding of these fields, making significant contributions to the scientific community.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Carmela has received numerous accolades for her work. She is a reviewer editor for Frontiers in Neuroscience, specifically in the section “Neurodegeneration,” and serves as an ad hoc reviewer for several prestigious journals such as Amino Acids, The Cerebellum, and Neurochemical Research. Additionally, she has been a guest editor for Molecules and Cells journals, focusing on special issues and topic collections in the field of neurodegenerative diseases.

Memberships and Networks 🌐

An active member of the European Society for Neurochemistry since September 7, 2007, Carmela also joined the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society on March 17, 2022. These memberships reflect her commitment to staying connected with the broader scientific community and contributing to ongoing research and developments in her field.

Teaching Experience 📚

Carmela boasts over 15 years of teaching experience at the University of Perugia, where she has imparted knowledge in General and Systematic Biochemistry, Medical Applied Biochemistry, and Molecular Biology. She also plays a pivotal role in the PhD program in Pharmaceutical Sciences as a member of the Teaching Board, showcasing her dedication to nurturing the next generation of scientists.

Research Focus 🔬

Carmela’s research is primarily focused on neurodegenerative diseases, with particular attention to Parkinson’s disease, neuroinflammation, synucleinopathies, and oxidative stress. Her projects include studying the role of Toll-like receptors in Parkinson’s disease and investigating the effects of oxidative stress and neuroinflammation on neurodegeneration. Her work delves into the pathological mechanisms of synucleinopathies, contributing valuable insights to the field.

Scientific Contributions 📝

Throughout her career, Carmela has presented her research at numerous scientific meetings and conferences, including the European Society for Neurochemistry and the European Biotechnology Congress. Her notable presentations include studies on antioxidant defense mechanisms, Toll-like receptors, and vitamin D3 in neurodegenerative contexts. She has authored several influential research papers, further establishing her as a leading figure in her field.

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