Francesco Serra

Self-presentation:

Biologist researcher at the Department of Animal Health of the Experimental Zooprophylactic Institute of Southern Italy. My research focus is the study of viruses, viral infections and the development of new therapeutic and preventive strategies against viral disesase.

Project:

STUDY OF NATURAL MOLECULES WITH POTENTIAL ANTIVIRAL ACTIVITY AGAINST BOVINE HERPESVIRUS 1 (BoHV-1) AND CARRIED BY INNOVATIVE DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMS

A significant antiviral activity against viral infections is demonstrated by natural molecules that can be both a possible alternative to conventional drug and a supplement that can support pharmacological therapy. Furthermore, new drug delivery systems by nanoparticles can improve bioavailability and targeted release of the antiviral molecules. The project aims to investigate, through in vitro studies and molecular biology techniques, the potential antiviral role of new natural organic molecules against infections caused by bovine herpesvirus 1 (BoHV-1), a virus responsible for infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR), and to develop innovative and more efficient drug delivery systems.

Supervisior:

Prof. Filomena Fiorito - Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production - University of Naples Federico II