University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”,Italy🎓
👨🏫 Giovanni Cirillo is an Associate Professor of Human Anatomy at the University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli” in Naples, Italy. A seasoned neurologist with an MD and PhD, he is dedicated to unraveling the complexities of glial cells and their role in neurodegenerative and neuroinflammatory disorders. He is involved in pioneering research projects across Italy and Europe, contributing extensively to the field of neuroscience. His academic contributions span multiple peer-reviewed journals, advanced neuroimaging techniques, and innovative approaches to understanding maladaptive synaptic plasticity.
Professional Profile
🎓 Education
🎓 Dr. Cirillo holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and a PhD, both specializing in neurology and human anatomy. His educational foundation laid the groundwork for his research, particularly focusing on the nervous system and non-neuronal cells.
🏢 Work Experience
💼 Giovanni Cirillo has served as an Associate Professor of Human Anatomy at the University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli” for several years, where he blends his expertise in neuroanatomy and neurology. His career includes hands-on involvement in neurobiological research and teaching, making significant strides in understanding neuroplasticity and the central nervous system. He has participated in high-level projects, including PRIN and PNRR initiatives, and continues to collaborate internationally with top universities and research institutes.
🧬 Skills
Dr. Cirillo has a wide range of skills in neurobiology and imaging techniques. These include:
- Confocal and two-photon microscopy
- Molecular techniques (in vitro and in vivo)
- Numerical simulation techniques
- Non-invasive neurostimulation methods like TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) and tDCS (Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation)
He is also adept at project management for large-scale European research grants.
🏆 Awards and Honors
🏆 Dr. Cirillo has been honored with multiple awards, the most notable being the prestigious Rita-Levi Montalcini Foundation Prize (2008) for his study on the effects of the nerve growth factor (NGF) on glial cells. Most recently, in 2023, he was awarded Best Italian Researcher by the Italian Society of Anatomy and Histology (SIAI) for his outstanding contributions to neuroanatomy and neuroscience.
🌍 Memberships
Giovanni Cirillo is a member of several leading scientific societies:
- Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS)
- Italian Society of Anatomy and Histology (SIAI)
- Società Italiana di Neuroscienze (SINS)
- Società Italiana di Neurologia (SIN)
These affiliations reflect his deep commitment to advancing the field of neuroscience both in Italy and internationally.
📚 Teaching Experience
📚 In his role as Associate Professor, Dr. Cirillo has extensive experience in teaching human anatomy and neurobiology to undergraduate and graduate students. He integrates his research findings into his teaching, fostering a hands-on learning environment. His ability to translate complex scientific concepts into understandable lessons makes him a sought-after mentor in his field.
🔬 Research Focus
📚 Publilcation
- Neurobiological after-effects of non-invasive brain stimulation
Year: 2017
Journal: Brain Stimulation
- Default-mode network connectivity in cognitively unimpaired patients with Parkinson disease
Year: 2012
Journal: Neurology
- A new nerve growth factor-mimetic peptide active on neuropathic pain in rats
Year: 2008
Journal: Journal of Neuroscience
- Regional gray matter atrophy in patients with Parkinson disease and freezing of gait
Year: 2012
Journal: American Journal of Neuroradiology
- Astrocyte–neuron interplay in maladaptive plasticity
Year: 2014
Journal: Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews
- Intrathecal NGF administration reduces reactive astrocytosis and changes neurotrophin receptors expression pattern in a rat model of neuropathic pain
Year: 2010
Journal: Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology
- Methylphenidate to adolescent rats drives enduring changes of accumbal Htr7 expression: implications for impulsive behavior and neuronal morphology
Year: 2009
Journal: Genes, Brain and Behavior
- Regional brain susceptibility to neurodegeneration: what is the role of glial cells?
Year: 2020
Journal: Neural Regeneration Research