Laboratory Technician, Experimental Zooprophylactic Institute of Umbria and Marche “Togo Rosati”, Italy
Claudia Torresi is an accomplished virologist with a focus on infectious diseases in animals. With extensive experience in diagnostic and molecular research, she works at the Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell’Umbria e delle Marche (IZSUM) as a Collaboratore Tecnico Professionale. Specializing in the genetic analysis of viral diseases like African Swine Fever, Pestivirus, and Bovine Retrovirus, Claudia has contributed to numerous research projects and publications. Her work is pivotal in the epidemiology and diagnosis of viral infections in livestock, particularly in the context of the African Swine Fever crisis in Italy. Over the years, Claudia has collaborated on studies that explore the genetic diversity of viruses and their transmission dynamics, providing crucial insights for veterinary public health. Her passion for advancing molecular biology techniques in virology has earned her recognition within the scientific community.
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Education
Claudia Torresi holds a Master’s degree in Public Veterinary Health and Food Hygiene from the University of Perugia (2011–2012). She also completed her Master’s in Agricultural and Environmental Biotechnology at the University of Perugia, graduating with honors (2006–2008). Earlier, she completed a Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology (2003–2006), focusing on agricultural biotechnology. Claudia’s academic journey is complemented by international exposure, including a study visit to the National Veterinary Institute in Uppsala, Sweden, for a fellowship in 2014, where she gained expertise in applying Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies to the study of African Swine Fever virus. Her advanced education and research training have provided her with a strong foundation in molecular biology, virology, and epidemiology, which she continuously applies in her professional career.
Experience
Claudia Torresi has been working at the Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell’Umbria e delle Marche (IZSUM) since 2009, initially as a research assistant and later as a Collaboratore Tecnico Professionale. Over the years, her research has focused on animal viral diseases, particularly African Swine Fever, Pestivirus, and Bovine Retrovirus. Claudia’s main responsibilities include conducting diagnostic activities using molecular biology techniques and engaging in research to better understand the genetic diversity and evolution of these viruses. She has been actively involved in projects aimed at enhancing diagnostic tools, providing epidemiological support during outbreaks, and applying bioinformatics to virus genomics. Additionally, Claudia has contributed significantly to the understanding of African Swine Fever’s persistence in traditional Italian cured meat products. Her work has garnered recognition, especially for its impact on improving disease control strategies in veterinary medicine.
Research Focus
Claudia Torresi’s research focuses on the molecular epidemiology, genetic characterization, and evolution of viral diseases that affect livestock, particularly African Swine Fever (ASF), Pestivirus, and Retroviruses. Her work extensively uses Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies to explore the genetic diversity of these viruses, with an emphasis on tracking virus strains and understanding their mutation patterns. She has been instrumental in studying the survival of ASF virus in cured meats and investigating the virus’s genetic makeup in Italy. Claudia also contributes to the study of zoonotic diseases and the genetic variability of viruses like Bovine Kobuvirus and Border Disease Virus, which are critical for understanding their transmission dynamics and developing effective diagnostic and control strategies. Her research aims to improve veterinary diagnostics, support epidemiological studies, and help manage viral outbreaks in animal populations, ultimately contributing to better public health outcomes.
Publication Top Notes
- Genome-Wide Approach Identifies Natural Large-Fragment Deletion in ASFV Strains Circulating in Italy During 2023 🦠
- Genetic Characterization of African Swine Fever Italian Clusters in the 2022–2023 Epidemic Wave 🐖
- Molecular Detection and Genetic Characterization of Bovine Kobuvirus (BKV) in Diarrhoeic Calves 🐄
- Genomic Epidemiology and Heterogeneity of SRLV in Italy from 1998 to 2019 🔬
- First Genomic Evidence of Dual African Swine Fever Virus Infection in Sardinia 🦠
- The evolution of African swine fever virus in Sardinia (1978 to 2014) 🌍
- Survival of African swine fever virus (ASFV) in various traditional Italian dry-cured meat products 🧀
- Complete Genome Sequence of an African Swine Fever Virus Isolate from Sardinia 🐖
- Characterization of a novel full-length bovine endogenous retrovirus, BERV-β1 🦠
- Genetic characterization of border disease virus (BDV) isolates from small ruminants in Italy 🐑