The MRH supports research across a wide spectrum of microbiome-related topics, all aimed to of devise methods for improving human and animal health by manipulating microbial populations. One of the main aims of the MRH is to provide an open research and knowledge platform for microbiome interested investigators, so as to foster interdisciplinary interactions. The MRH translates new knowledge on human and animal microbiomes in different research areas and provides a research & technology resource which will allow scientists and industries to investigate the microbiome with potential to change the face and future of healthcare.
The MRH aims to deliver innovative research that establishes Italy as a center of excellence in human/animal health, to help the development of industry and to attract multinational companies to Italy to engage in collaborative research programs.
Parma, June 16, 2025.
Francesca Turroni, Professor of Microbiology at the University of Parma, has been recognized among the 113 Top Italian Women Scientists by the Onda Foundation.
The award honors women with a high scientific impact (H-index ≥ 60) in biomedicine, clinical sciences, and neuroscience. Turroni’s research focuses on the human microbiota, probiotics—especially bifidobacteria—and their role in gut health.
She leads research at the University’s Microbiome Research Hub and has published over 200 scientific papers. Her team includes renowned microbiologists Marco Ventura and Christian Milani.
We are thrilled to congratulate our laboratory on this well-deserved honor!