Dr. Alessandra Ranaldi | Università degli Studi di Foggia | Italy
Alessandra Ranaldi is a passionate researcher in genetics and clinical neuroscience, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Basic and Clinical Neuroscience at the University of Foggia. Her work focuses on genetic analysis of inherited heart diseases and genotype-phenotype correlations using advanced NGS and molecular biology techniques. With extensive experience in biomedical research, biotechnology, and forensic genetics, she has contributed to groundbreaking scientific publications. Alessandra has worked in prestigious laboratories, mastering DNA extraction, sequencing, and variant analysis. Dedicated to advancing genetic research, she continuously seeks innovative methods to decode genetic disorders and improve clinical diagnostics. 🏥🧪🔬
Professional Profile:
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Suitability for Young Scientist Award:
Alessandra Ranaldi is a highly promising young researcher, specializing in genetics and clinical neuroscience. With a focus on inherited heart diseases and genotype-phenotype correlations, her work demonstrates a deep commitment to advancing both basic and clinical neuroscience. Her expertise in advanced Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) and molecular biology techniques further solidifies her position as a leading researcher in her field at an early stage in her career.
Education & Experience 🎓🔍
✅ Ph.D. in Basic and Clinical Neuroscience – University of Foggia (2023 – Present) 🏥🧠
✅ Master’s in Forensic Genetics – University of Rome “Tor Vergata” (2024) 🔬🧬
✅ Master’s in Medical, Veterinary, and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology – University of Foggia (2023) 🧪📊
✅ Bachelor’s in Agricultural Science & Technology – University of Foggia (2020) 🌱🔬
✅ Scientific High School Diploma – Liceo Scientifico Galileo Galilei (2015) 📚🔢
📌 Research & Work Experience:
🔹 Ph.D. Researcher – Genetic & clinical analysis of inherited cardiomyopathies 🏥🧬
🔹 Biomedical Research Intern – DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing, variant analysis 🧪🧬
🔹 Forensic Genetics Researcher – Gene mapping & disease association studies 🧑⚕️🔍
🔹 Molecular Biology Researcher – Investigating genetic mutations in plants & humans 🌱🧬
Professional Development 🚀📚
Alessandra continuously expands her expertise by integrating cutting-edge genomic technologies in her research. As a Ph.D. candidate, she specializes in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), variant analysis, and patch-clamp experiments to investigate hereditary cardiac disorders. Her internships at the Biomedical Research Center in Foggia refined her skills in DNA extraction, PCR, and bioinformatics analysis. Additionally, her work in forensic genetics equips her with the ability to analyze genetic mutations for legal and medical applications. Passionate about precision medicine and translational research, she aims to bridge the gap between genetics and clinical practice. 🏥🔬🧠
Research Focus 🧪📊
Alessandra’s research spans clinical genetics, molecular biology, and forensic genetics. She investigates genetic mutations associated with inherited heart diseases, using whole-exome sequencing (WES) and patch-clamp experiments to study their functional impact. Her work also extends to neurological disorders, inflammatory diseases, and plant genetics, leveraging bioinformatics tools for variant identification. With expertise in NGS, molecular markers (SSR, AFLP, SCAR), and genome mapping, she contributes to biomedical, forensic, and agricultural genetics research. Through her studies, she aims to improve diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies for genetic disorders. 🏥🧬💻
Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️
🏅 Ph.D. Scholarship in Clinical Neuroscience – University of Foggia (2023) 🎓🔬
🏅 Master’s Degree with Honors (110/110 & Lode) – University of Rome “Tor Vergata” (2024) 📜🥇
🏅 Published in Top Scientific Journals – International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Genes, Bleeding & Thrombosis 📚🔍
🏅 Outstanding Research in Cardiogenetics & Neuroscience 🏥🧬
🏅 Recipient of Multiple Research Training Fellowships in Genomics & Biotechnology 🏆🔬
Publication Top notes:
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Investigation of a Large Kindred Reveals Cardiac Calsequestrin (CASQ2) as a Cause of Brugada Syndrome 🔬🧬💓
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De Novo p.Asp3368Gly Variant of Dystrophin Gene Associated with X-Linked Dilated Cardiomyopathy and Skeletal Myopathy: Clinical Features and In Silico Analysis 🏥🧬🦠
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🏥 Free Fatty Acids Cause Podocytes Dysfunction and Inflammation 🦠🔥