Dr. Franca Rossi | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Franca Rossi, Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell’Abruzzo e del Molise, Italy.
Dr. Franca Rossi ๐ holds a Masterโs in Food Science and Technology and a PhD in Food Biotechnology. She has worked at the University of Verona, University of Molise, and currently at the Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell’Abruzzo ๐ฌ. Her research focuses on molecular detection, gene expression, and microbial genetics in food and honeybee health ๐งซ๐. With 72 indexed publications, an H-index of 24, and national qualification as Associate Professor, she is a leading researcher in Agricultural Microbiology. ๐๐ฑ
Profile
๐ Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Franca Rossi began her academic journey with a Masterโs degree in Food Science and Technology, followed by a PhD in Food Biotechnology. Her foundational studies laid a strong base for her research trajectory in microbiology, food safety, and biotechnology. Her early academic exposure provided her with critical insights into food-associated microorganisms and their implications on public and animal health. ๐๐ฌ
๐ผ Professional Endeavors
Dr. Rossi has held various impactful roles, beginning as a laboratory technician at the University of Verona, then serving as a fixed-term researcher at the University of Molise, and currently contributing as a senior research collaborator and lab technician at the Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell’Abruzzo. These roles reflect her steady advancement in academic research and technical application. ๐ข๐งซ
๐ฌ Contributions and Research Focus On Microbiologyย
Her primary research activities encompass detection, monitoring, genotyping, gene expression analysis, and the genetic improvement of food-related microorganisms, both beneficial and harmful. She notably developed molecular detection methods for food bacteria and honeybee disease agentsโefforts that significantly contribute to food safety and apiculture health. ๐๐งช๐ฅผ
๐ Impact and Influence
Dr. Rossiโs innovations in molecular microbiology have contributed meaningfully to agricultural microbiology and public health. Her work influences practices in food quality control, microbiological safety, and environmental monitoring. Her expertise is sought after in applied microbiology research circles. ๐พ๐งซ๐
๐ง Research Skills
Her skill set includes molecular biology techniques, microbial gene expression analysis, genotyping, and bio-surveillance, making her a versatile researcher in agricultural and food microbiology. She also excels in developing diagnostic tools using cutting-edge laboratory techniques. ๐งฌ๐ฌ๐ง
๐ Awards and Honors
Dr. Rossi holds a National Scientific Qualification as Associate Professor in the field of Agricultural Microbiology (sector 07/I1), a prestigious acknowledgment of her scientific contributions and academic excellence. ๐ฅ๐๐
๐๏ธ Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Franca Rossi continues to inspire future microbiologists and food technologists through her innovative research and mentorship. Her legacy lies in bridging microbial research with real-world applications in food safety, biotechnology, and agricultural sustainability. Future contributions are expected to include enhanced diagnostic tools and strategies to safeguard both food chains and ecosystems. ๐ฑ๐๐
Publications Top Notes
๐ Bacterial composition of commercial probiotic products as evaluated by PCR-DGGE analysis
Journal: International Journal of Food Microbiology
Cited by: 327
Year: 2003
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โ Challenges in specialty coffee processing and quality assurance
Journal: Challenges
Cited by: 240
Year: 2016
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๐ Horizontal gene transfer among microorganisms in food: current knowledge and future perspectives (Review Article)
Journal: Food Microbiology
Cited by: 160
Year: 2014
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๐งช Tolerance of Lactobacillus strains to stress in food processing and the gastrointestinal tract
Journal: LWT – Food Science and Technology
Cited by: 141
Year: 2015
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๐ FTIR microspectroscopy study of autolysis in Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Journal: Vibrational Spectroscopy
Cited by: 137
Year: 2008
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๐งฌ Members of the Lactobacillus Genus Complex (LGC) as Opportunistic Pathogens: A Review
Journal: Microorganisms
Cited by: 104
Year: 2019
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๐งซ Assessment of aerobic and respiratory growth in the Lactobacillus casei group
Journal: PLoS ONE
Cited by: 91
Year: 2014
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๐พ Quality of silages from Italian farms by microbial indicators
Journal: Journal of Applied Microbiology
Cited by: 91
Year: 2007
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๐งฌ Quantitative analysis of histamine production by Streptococcus thermophilus
Journal: Applied and Environmental Microbiology
Cited by: 86
Year: 2011
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๐ท Monitoring autolysis of Saccharomyces cerevisiae in base wine via ATR-FTIR
Journal: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry
Cited by: 77
Year: 2010
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๐ฌ Identification and clustering of Staphylococcus xylosus from dry sausages
Journal: Journal of Applied Microbiology
Cited by: 77
Year: 2001
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๐งช Diversity and bacteriocin gene presence in Streptococcus thermophilus
Journal: Food Microbiology
Cited by: 74
Year: 2013
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๐งซ Tyrosine Decarboxylase gene in S. thermophilus and tyramine production in milk
Journal: Applied and Environmental Microbiology
Cited by: 72
Year: 2011
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๐งฌ HRM analysis to identify Lactobacillus casei group species
Journal: Food Microbiology
Cited by: 70
Year: 2015
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๐งช Identification of dairy propionibacteria by RAPDโPCR and CGEโREA
Journal: Journal of Applied Microbiology
Cited by: 69
Year: 1998
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