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Ph.D. Course in Biology and Applied Sciences - XXXIX Cycle 

The Ph.D. in "Biology and Applied Sciences" aims to provide interdisciplinary and international support to prepare highly qualified researchers in biology and technologies related to the security of civil structures and infrastructure, information analysis, and data processing. The Doctorate in Biology and Applied Sciences is the third level of a series of educational activities (the graduate school of Biology, Civil Engineering, and Security of Software Systems) and research activities (Biology, Computer Science and Mathematics, and Engineering) that are foundational to the Department of Biosciences and Territory at the University of Molise. The doctorate is a rationalization and evolution of the previous "Biosciences and Territory" doctorate, which was activated in the same department in 2014 and active until the XXXIV cycle. The current Doctoral Board is enriched by colleagues working in relevant national and foreign research institutions and companies endowed with research and developmental centers. They all contribute to the formation and growth of research activities of doctoral students, ensuring that the knowledge acquired through the doctorate is constantly transferred into research and production. The Doctorate program offers two distinct curricula: Biology and Applied Sciences. However, these curricula are built upon three foundational disciplines that, despite their apparent differences, share a standard scientific approach. This approach encompasses utilizing the scientific method, conducting experiments in field and laboratory settings, and employing physical and analytical models to understand various phenomena. The three disciplines central to this program are biology (spanning multiple scales), information technology and software system security, and civil engineering (with a specific emphasis on structural and geotechnical engineering). Additionally, professionals specializing in chemical sciences, mathematics, and statistics significantly contribute to the program. One overarching objective that unites all participants is the pursuit of sustainability, which serves as a shared understanding and the ultimate goal of this project. The training of doctoral students within the curricula is enriched through ongoing engagement in experimental research activities. These activities are complemented by a specialized educational program meticulously crafted to cultivate their skills and nurture their capacity to pursue research autonomously within a globally competitive context. The project for this Ph.D. course was initiated in the XXXV cycle and has since evolved in the XXXIX cycle to adapt to changing reference standards and explore collaborative opportunities with institutions and companies. It strongly aligns with various National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) aspects. Despite being situated in a geographical area that may not be traditionally associated with a robust industrial presence, the doctorate program has successfully fostered collaborations with companies, leading to the acquisition of scholarships that are co-funded by these industry partners.

Goals

The course's objectives can be viewed as an extension of the research topics covered in previous cycles of the same doctorate. The doctoral projects associated with the 39th cycle will reasonably involve similar research activities as those in the past. In a broader context, the objectives of the course can be summarized as follows:
BIOLOGY
APPLIED SCIENCES

- Recovery, conservation, monitoring, and characterization of plant biodiversity;

- Study of the mechanisms of interaction between plant organisms and the environment;

- Use of plants and microorganisms in environmental recovery and remediation;

- Analysis of microbial communities and study of the interaction between microorganisms and between micro- and higher organisms;

- Study of the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying tumor pathology;

- Analysis of the response of healthy or pathological human cellular models to treatment with molecules of natural and/or synthetic origin;

- Regulation of metabolic pathways in the processes of cell proliferation, survival, and differentiation;

- Identifying and characterizing bioactive secondary metabolites from natural sources and designing, synthesizing, and evaluating derivatives.

- Design and development of complex and secure software systems;

- Design of decision support systems based on machine learning techniques and optimization methods, both exact and based on meta-heuristics;

- Analysis and design of mathematical models for the analysis of images and the modeling and numerical solution of systems of complex equations;

- Diagnostics, monitoring, or experimentation (people or environment and territory or structures and infrastructures);

- Security of IT and technological infrastructures;

- Analysis, refurbishment, and preservation of the relevant environmental, urban, historical, and architectural heritage;

- Structural or geotechnical safety of structures or infrastructures;

- Use of advanced numerical analysis or artificial intelligence for studying structures and infrastructure or using new or recycled materials in civil engineering.
However, in this cycle, due to the opportunities presented by the post-Covid legislative context, several additional topics have been included in the Applied Sciences curriculum. These topics include the application methodologies of extended reality in the field of maintenance and safety through sensor networks in collaboration with IT Centric Co. (DM 117/2023). Additionally, the curriculum covers the design and analysis of cryptographic primitives for access control on encrypted data within the context of digital and environmental transitions (DM 118/2023). Moreover, it encompasses designing and validating sustainable and safe engineering solutions for the regeneration and development of internal areas as part of the PNRR grants (DM 118/2023). Furthermore, the curriculum now includes the study of molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration to identify new therapeutic targets for brain diseases, aligning seamlessly with the biology curriculum of this Ph.D. program.
Doctoral curriculum

Biology

Applied Sciences
The curriculum aims to train highly qualified researchers with an interdisciplinary background capable of independently designing and conducting fundamental and applied research in various fields of biology. The research areas primarily focus on microbial, animal, and plant organisms, emphasizing cellular, molecular, and morpho-functional investigations. Through this curriculum, Ph.D. students will develop skills that will prepare them for diverse career opportunities, including basic and applied research in academia, public and private research institutions. They will also be equipped to apply their knowledge in environmental monitoring, biodiversity conservation, restoration, and various biomedicine sectors.

Ph.D. candidates who undergo training in this curriculum will gain the expertise required to excel in information science, structural monitoring, and environmental monitoring technologies. They will acquire proficiency in integrating numerical and structural analysis techniques, optimization methods, data and knowledge management, and software engineering. This comprehensive skill set will enable them to effectively tackle the design and safety analysis of structures and infrastructure.

Thanks to their interdisciplinary solid preparation, Ph.D. graduates will be able to contribute significantly to developing innovative solutions and applying advanced methodologies in various fields, including civil engineering, environmental resource management, and infrastructure safety.

The curriculum is designed to equip aspiring researchers with the necessary skills to autonomously plan and execute research endeavors in diverse interdisciplinary fields within academic settings and various public or private institutions. The focal research areas encompass the proficient utilization of quantitative and experimental methods, fostering the development of groundbreaking solutions and innovations.

 
Employment and professional opportunities
The Ph.D. course aims to train researchers, research managers, and highly qualified professionals with research, analysis, and monitoring expertise across diverse public and private institutions in Italy and internationally. Additionally, it equips individuals for roles in professional firms and companies. Although it is still early to fully assess the career opportunities for Ph.D. graduates in Biology and Applied Sciences, given the relative novelty of the course, the comprehensive and advanced training it offers establishes a strong foundation. This foundation ensures that Ph.D. graduates are well-prepared to pursue employment opportunities across diverse sectors. Their natural professional environment lies within research and development prospects in both public and private institutions, both domestically and internationally. Moreover, they possess the potential to excel in managerial or leadership positions within companies that fully leverage their skills and expertise. In May 2023, two graduates from the Ph.D. program in Biology and Applied Sciences completed their studies. One of them has secured a position as a researcher at the Department of Biosciences and Territory of the University of Molise. At the same time, the same department has awarded the other a post-doctoral grant. In addition to academic fields, the educational objectives of the course align with potential employment opportunities in various sectors, including but not limited to:
  • Image processing and numerical analysis for environmental preservation and protection;
  • Implementation of machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques for environmental safeguarding and protection;
  • Analysis, diagnostics, and advanced monitoring of the environment, built heritage, and cultural heritage;
  • Security of IT and technological infrastructures, encompassing software and physical aspects (buildings, networks, critical infrastructures);
  • Information systems and software engineering;
  • Biodiversity recovery, conservation, monitoring, and characterization;
  • Research on the mechanisms of interaction between plant organisms and the environment;
  • Environmental recovery and remediation through the use of plants and microorganisms;
  • Basic or applied research in the biomedical field to study human pathologies.
Consistency with the objectives of the PNRR
The Ph.D. program in Biology and Applied Sciences covers subjects in line with the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). More specifically, it falls under mission 4 of the PNRR, which aims to reform and enhance innovative research doctorates while increasing the number of doctoral scholarships for basic and applied research. As part of this mission, additional scholarships are being sought for a specific topic that aligns perfectly with the themes identified by the PNRR. Within the context of digital and environmental transitions, one of the research projects centers around the design and analysis of cryptographic primitives for access control on encrypted data. The objective is to develop cryptographic techniques enabling selective access to encrypted data, and facilitating secure data sharing in e-health systems, smart cities, and cloud environments. The aim is to design cryptographic primitives that address various aspects of access control, including communication anonymity, intelligence, and privacy. Emphasis will be placed on secure post-quantum solutions, focusing on cryptographic constructions based on computationally challenging lattice problems that have no efficient quantum algorithms. Another research project focuses on studying the molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration and identifying new therapeutic targets for brain disorders. This project aims to understand the cellular alterations underlying neurodegenerative diseases, such as disturbances in lipid homeostasis, oxidative stress, and energy metabolism. In vitro and in vivo experimental models will be utilized to replicate human pathologies of interest, and analyses will be conducted at the molecular, biochemical, and morphological levels. Additionally, synthetic or natural molecules will be tested to evaluate their therapeutic potential. Lastly, within the context of designing and validating sustainable and safe engineering solutions for the regeneration and development of Inner Areas, the project aims to develop models and procedures to mitigate seismic risk and protect structures and infrastructure. It will consider economic, managerial, and cultural aspects specific to Italian Inland Areas. The research will encompass developing seismic vulnerability models at different scales, implementing sustainable and eco-friendly retrofit techniques for structures and infrastructure, and utilizing advanced digital tools like GIS and BIM models. The project will also focus on designing innovative retrofit systems to enhance safety and sustainability.
Contracted companies that co-finance the doctorate
ACADEMIC BOARD
ARAMINI Andrea Dompé farmaceutici
BAVOTA Gabriele Università della Svizzera Italiana
CALLARI Carlo Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio  
CHINI   Maria Giovanna Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio
CUTONE Antimo Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio
DEL CIOPPO Pasquale Lino Key Partner s.r.l.
DI BARTOLOMEO Sabrina Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio DEPUTY COORDINATOR
DIVINO Fabio Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio
FABBROCINO Giovanni Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio
FORTINI  Paola Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio Resp. Curr. BIOLOGY
IZZO  Giuseppe Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II Matematica e Applicazioni "Renato Caccioppoli"
MAGLIULO   Gennaro Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II Strutture per l'Ingegneria e l'Architettura
MORABITO   Domenico Università di Orleans Lab. de Biologie des Ligneux et des Grandes Cultures
NACLERIO Gino Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio
PARLATO Gennaro Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio  
OLIVETO Rocco Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio Resp. Curr. APPLIED SCIENCES
RAINIERI   Carlo Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche Istituto per le Tecnologie della Costruzione
RICCIARDI Stefano Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio
RICCIUTI Giuseppe Amarena Company s.r.l.
SANDOLI Antonio Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio  
SANTUCCI de MAGISTRIS   Filippo Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio COORDINATOR
SCALABRINO Simone Datasound
SCIPPA   Gabriella Stefania Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio Coordinator UNIMOL Doctoral School
SEGATTO Marco Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio
SGAMBATI   Eleonora Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio
TRIZIO Ilaria Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche Istituto per le Tecnologie della Costruzione
TRUPIANO Dalila Università degli Studi del Molise Bioscienze e Territorio  
TEACHING
The educational pathway of the Ph.D. course in Biology and Applied Sciences encompasses the acquisition of 180 credits, with 120 credits dedicated to research activities and 60 credits to frontal training activities. The research component forms the program's foundation, wherein students undertake a research project aligned with the doctoral curriculum. This project is conducted under the guidance of at least one supervisor, providing valuable mentorship throughout the research journey. To enhance the development of critical skills and foster a solid cultural foundation, the doctoral program includes the acquisition of 60 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System), which can be obtained through various means:
  • Participation in seminars, courses, and lecture series organized as part of the doctoral activities. The Academic Board prepares an annual lessons, workshops, and seminars schedule published in the web page's dedicated section.
  • Presenting experimental findings at national and international workshops, conferences, and congresses. This opportunity allows Ph.D. students to disseminate their research results among the scientific community, receive valuable feedback, and broaden their knowledge within their field of interest.
  • Undertaking a training period abroad, following an agreement among the supervisor, the doctoral student, and the coordinator. This invaluable experience allows students to broaden their training by immersing themselves in different scientific and cultural settings, enhancing their academic journey, and gaining exposure to new perspectives.
Furthermore, to qualify for the final examination, it is a requirement for Ph.D. students to have at least one publication accepted in a peer-reviewed journal. In addition to this crucial milestone, the research activities of Ph.D. students are anticipated to yield other valuable outcomes. These include presenting papers at scientific conferences, workshops, and thematic sessions of national and international congresses. Moreover, software development and the filing of patents resulting from their research efforts are also highly regarded as notable contributions.  

Scheduled teaching activity

Name Hours Description Curriculum

Computer Vision: From Image Capture to Pattern Recognition

 12

The course aims to provide Ph.D. students with the fundamentals of Computer Vision and the related topics such as Image Acquisition/Processing and Pattern Recognition, including application examples in various fields. Starting from the principles of still and moving imagery, students will be introduced to the basics of image capture through digital imaging sensors, as well as to the main concepts behind image processing methodologies and algorithms such as: Brightness/Contrast/Saturation Adjustment, Foreground/Background Detection, Image Segmentation, Features Extraction, Motion Detection, and Object Tracking. Students will also learn how these techniques can be used to capture relevant features in both geometric and organic shapes and to recognize specific patterns of interest. The theoretical elements will be accompanied by practical examples of computer vision applications in various application domains.

  

BIOLOGY AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Summary of topics:
  • Digital image fundamentals, Pin-hole Camera.
  • Still image and video capture. Capture devices and their characteristics.
  • Foreground and background detection, image segmentation, and pattern detection.
  • Different types of image features, features extraction.
  • Objects extraction, color-based object detection, Histogram of Oriented Gradients.
  • Introduction to tracking and main tracking methods
  • Dynamic scene analysis, motion-field and optical flow
  • Detection of moving objects, the difference between    frames, and background subtraction.
  • Point features, Articulated Motion Models, Pose Estimation.
Design and Execution of Empirical Studies 12

The course aims to provide Ph.D. students with basic knowledge about commonly used techniques for conducting empirical studies. The course will cover both quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques. Regarding quantitative methods, the course will focus on surveys, case studies, and controlled experiments. As for qualitative methods, interviews, focus groups, and record analysis will be addressed. At the end of the course, Ph.D. students will be able to independently determine which types of empirical studies are best suited for their specific research. They will also be able to determine how to analyze the results and how to report them using tables and figures. Summary of topics:

  • Introduction to empirical research.
  • Methodologies for designing quantitative studies: surveys and case studies.
  • Methodologies for designing quantitative studies: controlled experiments.
  • Examples of quantitative studies with exercises: plan and design your quantitative study.
  • Methodologies for designing qualitative studies: interviews, focus groups, and record-keeping.
  • Techniques for analyzing quantitative and qualitative data.
  • Approaches for reporting the results of  quantitative and qualitative studies.
  • Examples of qualitative studies with exercises: plan and design your qualitative study
   BIOLOGY AND APPLIED SCIENCES
R basis 16

The course will provide the most important basic elements for using R (from the overall paradigm to coding principles), allowing students to become familiar with the software. Since R has now become the reference software among scientists and researchers for statistical analysis, students will be provided with an extraordinary tool to analyze the data they will collect during their Ph.D. course. Moreover, R's functionalities for generating high-quality graphics will enable students to produce complex figures for their scientific manuscripts. These skills will be equally applicable by students to any type of data belonging to both the molecular and environmental aspects of biological sciences.

Summary of topics:
  • Installing required software. Why R? Software overview. R Workspace. Help tool. R Packages. Reusing results.
  • Data types. Importing data. Keyboard input. Exporting data. Viewing data. Missing data.
  • Creating a new variable. Operators. Built-in functions. Control structures. User-defined functions. Data sorting. Data merging. Aggregating data.
  • Base functions. Lattice/ggplot2 packages.
   BIOLOGY AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Industrial biotechnology for the production of recombinant proteins 12 The course will provide students with a thorough knowledge about the main methods and systems for the industrial production of recombinant proteins. Specific topics are:
  • Microorganisms of biotechnological interest. DNA cloning techniques: plasmids, cosmids and viruses as cloning vectors. Expression vectors for the production of recombinant proteins in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. Methods for promoting the solubility and renaturation of polypeptides.
  • Transgenic plants and their applications for the production of recombinant proteins. Notes on the expression of recombinant proteins in baculovirus. Expression of recombinant proteins in mammalian cells: transfection, viral and retroviral vectors. Genetic targeting in mammals: zinc-finger nucleases, TALEN and CRISP-Cas9.
  • Cell engineering applied to the creation of transgenic organisms. Scale-up cultures in mini-bioreactors for the production of monoclonal antibodies and proteins. Use of proteins in different industrial sectors. Selected examples of protein modifications for industrial interest aimed at improving specific properties.
   BIOLOGY
Physical and numerical modeling in applied sciences 12 The course aims to illustrate the principles of modeling in applied sciences by exploiting physical and numerical reproduction. It provides some basic tools for creating models of real objects  and processes that allow studying the prototype under multiple conditions by simplifying it. Numerical modeling supports the experimental part  by exploring, for example, the influence of varying parameters that cannot be controlled in physical model tests. The extrapolation of the experimental results often relies on physical considerations combined with a mathematical model. On the other side, numerical models need experiments for proper calibration. Through a combination of both approaches, modeling can uncover complementary information of interest. The course will go through the modeling process from conception to the final stage of result exploitation. The principles discussed in this course will provide a framework for modelling, considering different  options and with some practical examples. The part on the output exploitation will focus on the effective selection, organization, and presentation of results for research purposes. These objectives are consistent with the Ph.D. program in Biology and Applied Sciences, aiming at developing advanced scientific and technological profiles to independently conduct research activities by developing strategies for the analysis and solution of complex problems.   APPLIED SCIENCES
Introduction to Numerical Methods for Ordinary Differential Equation 16 The main goal of the course is to provide the   knowledge on the main approximation techniques that allow the simulation of real phenomena described by ordinary differential equations. In particular, the fundamental features of a generic numerical method will be introduced and the stability properties of some schemes belonging to the classes of linear multistep methods and Runge-Kutta type methods will be analyzed. The importance of identifying efficient numerical schemes and using reliable error estimation techniques will be emphasized. Based on the presented concepts, appropriate numerical simulations will be carried out in the Matlab environment to experimentally analyze the performance of some solvers based on the methods illustrated in the course.     BIOLOGY AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Effective science communication: basic writing and communication techniques for doctoral students 8 The aim of the course is to provide PhD students with the basic tools related to writing and communicating scientific results. Students will acquire the theoretical foundations necessary for effectively organizing the reading and writing of a scientific article, with particular attention to evaluating the manuscript draft up to the final version, stylistic and linguistic elements, as well as the theoretical aspects supporting the preparation of an oral presentation of scientific data and results. The theoretical elements will be accompanied by practical exercises, both individual and group-based, through which students will develop independent judgment regarding the communication strategies to be applied. Additionally, students will gain experience in written and verbal language skills and communication by interacting with colleagues and the teacher, as well as through the presentation of scientific data and related results. Content of the course:
  • Scientific reading (scientific paper structure, reading strategies)*
  • Writing process (organizing ideas, the importance of the draft)*
  • Reader-centered writing (storytelling and the importance of title/abstract)*
  • “Five paragraph method” while writing*
  • Draft vs final version (peer-review process and how to give feedback)
  • Elements of style (shorten sentences, avoid jargon, hedge words, and tautologies)*
  • Prepare your next presentation (focus on the audience, duration, timing, and structure of talk and sentences, tips, and advice)*
*with practical session		   BIOLOGY AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Microorganisms and plants for bioremediation 16 The objectives of the Doctoral School in Biology and Applied Sciences, Biology curriculum, encompass the training of highly qualified personnel with interdisciplinary preparation, capable of independently planning and carrying out foundamental and applied research on different biological systems. Consistently with these objectives, the course “Microorganisms and plants for bioremediation” aims to provide knowledge and understanding of the role of microorganisms and plants in the process of environmental remediation.   Special attention is paid to the mechanisms of pollutant uptake/stabilization/degradation by plants and/or microorganisms, depicting technical scenarios and providing scientific guidelines for the application of viable plant/microorganism-based technologies for the decontamination or stabilization of different environmental contexts. Upon completion of this course, students will understand the important role of plants and microorganisms in environmental restoration and will be able to assess/analyze the toxic effects of different sources of environmental contamination.   BIOLOGY
Sustainable timber structures in seismic areas: basis of design 16 Timber structures are highly efficient structural systems that, thanks to their characteristics of ease and speed of construction, transportation, material sustainability, energy efficiency, eco-compatibility, and good seismic response, have become a valid alternative to traditional structures. In addition to long-span roofs, bridges, and floors, timber elements are successfully used to create highly performing timber buildings for commercial and residential purposes in seismic-prone areas and, more recently, for the structural and energy retrofitting of existing buildings. The course focuses on the general aspects concerning the basics of designing structural elements made of solid and glulam timber, subassemblies, and mechanical and carpentry connections within the framework of national and European standards, emphasizing research advancements. Subsequently, both technological aspects and the seismic behavior of the most common types of timber buildings will be addressed, such as CLT buildings, light and heavy timber frame buildings, and blockhouse buildings, with particular attention to the role of traditional or innovative solutions for connection systems to enhance seismic resistance and environmental sustainability. Finally, the course addresses the latest research advancements concerning the use of timber products (e.g., solid or lightweight timber panels, braces, etc.) for combined seismic and energy retrofitting of existing buildings or for the structural rehabilitation of ancient timber members.     APPLIED SCIENCES
Deep Learning in Python for image Recognition 12 The course aims to teach the fundamental concepts of using the Python programming language and the PyTorch library for image recognition in the field of deep learning on neural networks. It specifically focuses on the "Visual Transformer" and "Graph Neural Network" layers, providing in-depth understanding and practical knowledge.

 BIOLOGY AND APPLIED SCIENCES
  Program of the teaching activities  

Activities for interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary training

The educational pathway of the PhD course in Biology and Applied Sciences is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become proficient researchers in the field. It is based on a well-organized and comprehensive program of disciplinary and interdisciplinary teaching activities. As part of this program, students are required to complete 60 credits of frontal activities. These activities include mandatory courses that are essential for all doctoral students.  
Name Topics
English English represents the most common tool for conducting research activities in the relevant scientific field. The intention is to offer training activities dedicated to improving language skills. Dedicated lessons and seminars will aim to develop the written and oral expression skills of doctoral students in their research fields.
English represents the most common tool for conducting research activities in the relevant scientific field. The intention is to offer training activities dedicated to improving language skills. Dedicated lessons and seminars will aim to develop the written and oral expression skills of doctoral students in their research fields.
Informatics Courses and seminars for the use of software and advanced programming in different languages ​​and platforms are selected based on curricular needs. In particular, the PhD student will acquire basic knowledge and skills to identify suitable strategies for solving problems, as well as analyze data and interpret them using specific computer applications and databases.
Management of the research and knowledge of the European and international research system Cycles of seminars, conducted by internal specialists at the University, on accessing calls for European and national funding programs. Intensive course on the preparation of an international scientific research project.  
Exploitation and dissemination of results, intellectual property and open access to data and research products Seminars and practical-theoretical courses on tools and methodologies useful for communicating scientific research. In-depth seminars on the legal, economic, ethical and social aspects of  intellectual property of scientific research results.
Fundamental principles of ethics, gender equality and integrity Cycles of seminars aimed at promoting a culture of equal opportunities, respect and inclusion. Specifically, the objectives are:
  • understanding the origins of stereotypes and prejudices;
  • developing skills to promote equal opportunities;
  • fostering the inclusion of diversity and valuing differences to promote human dignity;
  • combating all forms of discrimination and violence;
  • promoting the adoption of ethically correct behaviors for civil coexistence;
  • encouraging good practices for education on biodiversity and environmental sustainability.
CALENDAR OF THE DOCTORATE ACTIVITIES
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INTERNATIONALIZATION OF THE DOCTORATE
The Ph.D. program emphasizes its internationalization strategy through various initiatives and measures, including:
  • Offering students the opportunity to conduct research and training abroad for a minimum duration of 3 months.
  • Having members of the teaching staff from foreign universities contributing to a diverse and global perspective in the program.
  • Providing the possibility of obtaining the Doctor Europeaus recognition, which acknowledges the international dimension and quality of the Ph.D. program.
  • Actively participating in international projects, fostering collaborations and partnerships with institutions and researchers worldwide.
  • Leveraging international connections and networks of the Board members to facilitate international collaborations.
  • Actively promoting the Ph.D. program and its opportunities to attract foreign graduates, disseminating competition notices, and reserving positions for candidates with qualifications acquired abroad.
  • Encouraging the use of English as a common language in specific teaching activities, internal meetings, and communication between board members and students, ensuring effective communication and facilitating international collaboration.
INTERNAL EVALUATION
https://www2.unimol.it/dottorato/la-scuola-di-dottorato-unimol/scuola-di-dottorato-accreditamento-e-valutazione/
Initial design document
http://dipbioter.unimol.it/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/2023.06.01-modulo-accreditamento-finale-39-ciclo.pdf
MINUTES of the DOCTORAL BOARD
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PhD STUDENTS

XXXV

Thesis Name Curriculum Tutor  
PhD "Machine Learning and Formal Methods for Android Malware Detection" Rosangela CASOLARE Applied Sciences Antonella SANTONE
PhD "Tecnologie Innovative per il Monitoraggio di Strutture Storiche e la Gestione degli Interventi" Luigi CIERI Applied Sciences Giovanni FABBROCINO Carlo RAINIERI
PhD "Identification of Novel Regulatory Mechanisms to Control Cholesterol Homeostasis: a Focus on Brain Cells" Mayra COLARDO Biology Marco SEGATTO Sabrina Di Bartolomeo
PhD "Effects of Bovine Lactoferrin on Iron Dysregulation and Oxidative Stress Induced by HIV-1 TAT and Sars-Cov-2 Spike Viral Proteins" Giusi IANIRO Biology Giovanni MUSCI
PhD "Contribution to the Taxonomy of the Genus Amaranthus: Seed Observations and Characterization of Seed Oil" Amara Noor HUSSAIN Biology Paola FORTINI Duilio IAMONICO
PhD "Chloroplast and Nuclear Genetic Diversity and Differentiation Across European Taxa of White Oaks (Quercus L. Section Quercus)" Elisa PROIETTI Biology Paola FORTINI Piera DI MARZIO
 PhD "Studio e Sviluppo di Workflow VPL nella Modellazione Parametrica per la Documentazione, l'Analisi e il Monitoraggio del Costruito Storico." Andrea RUGGIERI Applied Sciences Ilaria TRIZIO
PhD "Paths and Tours on Graphs: Variants and Extensions in the Context of Autonomous Vehicles" Davide Donato RUSSO Applied Sciences Giuseppe IZZO Giovanni CAPOBIANCO

XXXVI

Name Curriculum Tutor Co-Tutor
Nicoletta BALLETTI Applied Sciences Rocco OLIVETO Stefano RICCIARDI
Anastazija DIMITROVA Biology Stefania SCIPPA
Stefano ERCOLESSI Applied Sciences Giovanni FABBROCINO Carlo RAINIERI
Martina FALCIONE Biology Dalila TRUPIANO Stefania SCIPPA
Michele GUERRA Applied Sciences Rocco OLIVETO Fausto FASANO
Sayyeda Hira HASSAN Biology Stefania SCIPPA Dalida TRUPIANO
Antonio MINÒ Biology Luigi AMBROSONE Francesco LOPEZ
Giovanni ROSA Applied Sciences Rocco OLIVETO Simone SCALABRINO
Ilenia ROSATI Applied Sciences Carlo RAINERI Giovanni FABBROCINO

XXXVII

Name Curriculum Tutor Co-tutor Referente
Cristina CAVONE Biologia Gino NACLERIO Antonio BUCCI Stefania SCIPPA
Giorgia DEL CIOPPO Biologia Dalila TRUPIANO Simone SCALABRINO
Domenico D’ORAZIO Scienze Applicate Rocco OLIVETO
Emanuela GUGLIELMI Scienze Applicate Simone SCALABRINO Rocco OLIVETO
Mohamed KOUHEN Biologia Dalila TRUPIANO
Noemi MARTELLA Biologia Marco SEGATTO
Luca QUARANTA Biologia Paola FORTINI
Alessandra RENELLA Biologia Stefania SCIPPA
Breno RIBEIRO NOGUEIRA Scienze Applicate Carlo CALLARI Fabrice Gatuingt (Université Paris, Saclay; ENS Paris Saclay); Giuseppe Rastiello (CEA Paris, Saclay; ENS Paris Saclay); Cédric Giry (Université Paris, Saclay; ENS Paris Saclay)
Miriam RUSSO Biologia Sabrina DI BARTOLOMEO

XXXVIII

Name Curriculum Supervisor Co-Supervisor Co-supervisor
Francesca FANTASMA Biologia Maria Giovanna CHINI Maria IORIZZI Gabriella SAVIANO
Daniele FANTOZZI Biologia Gabriella Stefania SCIPPA Gabriella SFERRA
Deborah GARGANO Biologia Sabrina DI BARTOLOMEO
Anna GILLINI Biologia Gabriella Stefania SCIPPA Dalila TRUPIANO
Michela MORELLI Applied Sciences Maria Ausilia SIMONELLI Stefano RICCIARDI
Antonella NIRO Biologia Antimo CUTONE Giovanni MUSCI
Luis Rodrigo PEREZ PINTO Applied Sciences Filippo SANTUCCI de MAGISTRIS Tony FIERRO
Vadym SAMUKHA Biologia Maria Giovanna CHINI Maria IORIZZI
Michela VARONE Biologia Marco SEGATTO Andrea ARAMINI

XXXIX

Cognome Nome Curriculum Tipo Supervisore Co-Supervisore Co-supervisore
CIMORELLI BELFIORE Roberta Scienze applicate Borsa di studio DM 118/2023 - Transizioni digitali e ambientali (M4C1-Inv. 3.4) Tematica: “Progettazione e analisi di primitive crittografiche per il controllo degli accessi su dati cifrati” CUP: H43C23000200001 Anna Lisa FERRARA Gennaro PARLATO
GRANDÓN SOLIZ Carla Jimena Scienze applicate Borsa di studio ordinaria riservata a laureato all’estero Giovanni FABBROCINO Antonio SANDOLI
IEZZI Simona Scienze applicate Borsa di studio DM 118/2023 PNRR (M4C1-Inv. 4.1) Tematica: “Progettazione e validazione di soluzioni di ingegneria sostenibili e sicure per la rigenerazione e lo sviluppo delle Aree Interne” CUP: H43C23000220001 Antonio SANDOLI Ilaria TRIZIO
MICONI Federica Scienze applicate Borsa di studio ordinaria Ilaria TRIZIO Antonio SANDOLI
PENSABENE Daniele Biologia Borsa di studio DM 118/2023 PNRR (M4C1-Inv. 4.1) Tematica: “Studio dei meccanismi molecolari della neurodegenerazione e identificazione di nuovi bersagli terapeutici per le patologie cerebrali” CUP: H43C23000220001 Marco SEGATTO Sandra MORENO
REKHA Sabiha Ashtara Scienze applicate Borsa di studio finanziata dall’Istituto per le Tecnologie della Costruzione del Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche CNR Tematica: “Gestione multiscalare in ambiente digitale dei centri minori nelle Aree Interne Antonio SANDOLI Giovanni FABBROCINO
SALZANO Francesco Scienze applicate Senza borsa di studio Remo PARESCHI Rocco OLIVETO
VALERI Manuela Scienze applicate Borsa di studio finanziata con fondi dipartimentali DiBT. Tematica: Strumenti digitali per la gestione della sicurezza e la manutenzione dei ponti stradali nell'ambito del rinnovato quadro normativo nazionale” Giovanni FABBROCINO Adrinana MARRA
 
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Iniziativa WWF: "FLOWING NATURE - Le acque dolci: valore, gestione, pressioni e biodiversità"
'FLOWING NATURE - Le acque dolci: valore, gestione, pressioni e biodiversità', organizzata dal WWF in collaborazione con il Dipartimento di Bioscienze e Territorio, si svolgerà a Pesche la mattina di mercoledì 11 ottobre (si veda locandina).
L'iniziativa prevede una presentazione dei temi in aula magna dalle 9 alle 12 e proseguirà, solo per i primi 40 iscritti, con un pranzo e una visita nel pomeriggio in pullman all'Oasi WWF di Guardiaregia