Alessandra Pino

Dr. Alessandra Pino, Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology, carries out research activities in the field of Microbiology with a particular interest in the biotechnological and functional implications of lactic acid bacteria and yeasts involved in fermentation processes as well as the development of starter and probiotic cultures for the set-up of innovative and/or functional foods. Further research activities concern the study of the human intestinal microbiota, the vaginal and the endometrial microbial ecosystem, the evaluation of probiotic administration for the treatment of dysbiotic conditions.