2018

"Bovine spongiform encephalopathy”
Konold T, Vallino Costassa E
Anipedia (www.anipedia.org) in: Infectious Diseases of Livestock
DOI: nd

“Scrapie”
Konold T, Vallino Costassa E
Anipedia (www.anipedia.org) in: Infectious Diseases of Livestock
DOI: nd

“Transmissible spongiform encephalopathies related to bovine spongiform encephalopathy in other domestic and captive wild species”
Vallino Costassa E, Konold T
Anipedia (www.anipedia.org) in: Infectious Diseases of Livestock
DOI: nd

“Mosquito-Borne Diseases and ‘One Health’: The Northwestern Italian Experience”
Radaelli MC, Verna F, Pautasso A, Bellavia V, Ballardini M, Mignone W, Masoero L, Dondo A, Picco L, Moschi R, Mosca A, Chiavacci L, Casalone C
libro: "Current Topics in Tropical Emerging Diseases and Travel Medicine"
DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.78985

“A versatile and sensitive lateral flow immunoassay for the rapid diagnosis of visceral leishmaniasis”
Anfossi L, Di Nardo F, Profiti M, Nogarol C, Cavalera S, Baggiani C, Giovannoli C, Spano G, Ferroglio E, Mignone W, Rosati S
Analytical and Bioanaliytical Chemistry
DOI: 10.1007/s00216-018-1067-x

“Shotgun Metagenomics and Volatilome Profile of the Microbiota of Fermented Sausages”
Ferrocino I, Bellio A, Giordano M, Macori G, Romano A, Rantsiou K, Decastelli L, Cocolin L
Applied and Environmental Microbiology
DOI: 10.1128/AEM.02120-17

“Influence of Hermetia illucens meal dietary inclusion on the histological traits, gut mucin composition and the oxidative stress biomewrkers in 
rainbow trout”
Elia AC, Capucchio MT, Caldaroni B,Magara G, Dörr AJM, Biasato I, Biasibetti E, Righetti M, Pastorino P, Prearo M, Gai F, Schiavone A, Gasco L
Aquaculture
DOI: 10.1016/j.aquaculture.2018.07.009

“SURF1 knockout cloned pigs: Early onset of a severe lethal phenotype”
Quadalti C, Brunetti D, Lagutina I, Duchi R, Perota A, Lazzari G, Cerutti R, Di Meo I, Johnson M, Bottani E, Crociara P, Corona C, Grifoni S, Tiranti V, 
Fernandez-Vizarra E, Robinson AJ, Viscomi C, Casalone C, Zeviani M, Galli C
Biochimica et Biophysica Acta - Molecular Basis of Disease
DOI: 10.1016/j.bbadis.2018.03.021

“A cross-sectional study to identify a set of risk factors for caprine herpesvirus 1 infection”
Bertolini S, Rosamilia A, Caruso C, Maurella C, Ingravalle F, Quasso A, Acutis PL, Pitti M, Masoero L, Ru G
BMC Veterinary Research
DOI: 10.1186/s12917-018-1401-8

“Thromboelastometric assessment of hemostasis following hydroxyethyl starch (130/0.4) administration as a constant rate infusion in 
hypoalbuminemic dogs”
Botto A, Bruno B, Maurella C, Riondato F, Tarducci A, Mengozzi G, Borrelli A
BMC Veterinary Research
DOI: 10.1186/s12917-018-1357-8

“Serological survey in wild boar (Sus scrofa) in Switzerland and other European countries: Sarcoptes scabiei may be more widely distributed than 
previously thought”
Haas C1, Origgi FC1, Rossi S, López-Olvera JR, Rossi L, Castillo-Contreras R, Malmsten A, Dalin AM, Orusa R, Robetto S, Pignata L, Lavín S, Ryser-Degiorgis 
MP
BMC Veterinary Research
DOI: 10.1186/s12917-018-1430-3

“Metals in feathers of African penguins (Spheniscus demersus): considerations for the welfare and management of seabirds under human care”
Squadrone S, Abete MC, Brizio P, Pessani D, Favaro L
Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology
DOI: 10.1007/s00128-018-2293-9

Glioblastoma: Microenvironment and Niche Concept”
Schiffer D, Annovazzi L, Casalone C, Corona C, Mellai M
Cancers
DOI: 10.3390/cancers11010005

“Occlusive mycotic tracheobronchitis and systemic Alphaherpesvirus coinfection in a free-living striped dolphin Stenella coeruleoalba in Italy”
Grattarola C, Giorda F, Iulini B, Pautasso A, Ballardini M, Zoppi S, Marsili L, Peletto S, Masoero L, Varello K, Garibaldi F, Scaglione FE, Di Guardo G, Dondo 
A, Goria M, Serracca L, Mignone W, Casalone C
Diseases of Aquatic Organisms
DOI: 10.3354/dao03190

“Novel dolphin morbillivirus (DMV) outbreak among Mediterranean striped dolphins Stenella coeruleoalba in Italian waters”
Pautasso A, Iulini B, Grattarola C, Giorda F, Goria M, Peletto S, Masoero L, Mignone W, Varello K, Petrella A, Carbone A, Pintore A, Denurra D, Scholl F, 
Cersini A, Puleio R, Purpari G, Lucifora G, Fusco G, Di Guardo G, Mazzariol S, Casalone C
Diseases of Aquatic Organisms
DOI: 10.3354/dao03323

“The isopod Eurydice spinigera and the chaetognath Flaccisagitta enflata: How habitat affects bioaccumulation of metals in predaceous marine 
invertebrates”
Battuello M, Nurra N, Brizio P, Mussat R, Pessani D, Stella C, Abete MC, Squadrone S
Ecological Indicators
DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2017.08.036

“Public health risks associated with food-borne parasites”
EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ): member Giuseppe Ru
EFSA Journal
DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2018.5495

“Hazard analysis approaches for certain small retail establishments and food donations: second scientific opinion”
EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ): member Giuseppe Ru
EFSA Journal
DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2018.5432

“Evaluation of the application for a new alternative processing method for animal by-products of Category 3 material (ChainCraft BV)”
EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ): member Giuseppe Ru
EFSA Journal
DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2018.5281

“Scientific opinion on chronic wasting disease (II)”
EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ): member Giuseppe Ru
EFSA Journal
DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2018.5132

“Update of the list of QPS-recommended biological agents intentionally added to food or feed as notified to EFSA 9: suitability of taxonomic units 
notified to EFSA until September 2018”
EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ): member Giuseppe Ru
EFSA Journal
DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2019.5555

“Updated quantitative risk assessment (QRA) of the BSE risk posed by processed animal protein (PAP)”
EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ): member Giuseppe Ru, Daniela Marchis
EFSA Journal
DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2018.5314

“Update of the list of QPS-recommended biological agents intentionally added to food or feed as notified to EFSA 8: suitability of taxonomic units 
notified to EFSA until March 2018”
EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ): member Giuseppe Ru
EFSA Journal
DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2018.5315

“Listeria monocytogenes contamination of ready-to-eat foods and the risk for human health in the EU”
EFSA Panel on Biological Hazards (BIOHAZ): member Giuseppe Ru
EFSA Journal
DOI: 10.2903/j.efsa.2018.5134

“Novel Type of Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Moose (Alces alces), Norway”
Pirisinu L, Tran L, Chiappini B, Vanni I, Di Bari MA, Vaccari G, Vikøren T, Madslien KI, Våge J, Spraker T, Mitchell G, Balachandran A, Baron T, Casalone C, 
Rolandsen CM, Røed KH, Agrimi U, Nonno R, Benestad SL
Emerging Infection Diseases
DOI: 10.3201/eid2412.180702

“The bivalve Ruditapes decussatus: a biomonitor of trace elements pollution in Sardinian coastal lagoons (Italy)”
Esposito G, Meloni D, Abete MC, Colombero G, Mantia M, Pastorino P, Prearo M, Pais A, Antuofermo E, Squadrone S
Environmental Pollution
DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2018.07.098

“Trace metals occurrence in Mediterranean seaweeds”
Squadrone S, Brizio P, Battuello M, Nurra N, Sartor RM, Riva A, Staiti M, Benedetto A, Pessani D, Abete MC
Environmental Science and Pollution Research
DOI: 10.1007/s11356-018-1280-3

“Tuberculosis in wild boar (Sus scrofa) in the Western Liguria region”
Mignone W, Bona MC, Ballardini M, Mignone G, Ru G
Épidémiologie et Santé Animale
DOI: nd

“Active and passive surveillance for bat lyssaviruses in Italy revealed serological evidence for their circulation in three bat species”
Leopardi S, Priori P, Zecchin B, Poglayen G, Trevisiol K, Lelli D, Zoppi S, Scicluna MT, D’Avino N, Schiavon E, Bourhy H, Serra Cobo J, Mutinelli F, Scaravelli 
D, De Benedictis P
Epidemiology and Infection
DOI: 10.1017/S0950268818003072

“Outbreak of febrile gastroenteritis caused by Listeria monocytogenes 1/2a in sliced cold beef ham, Italy, May 2016”
Maurella C, Gallina S, Ru G, Adriano D, Bellio A, Bianchi DM, Chiavacci L, Crescio MI, Croce M, D’Errico V, Dupont MF, Marra A, Natangelo U, Pomilio F, 
Romano A, Stanzione S, Zaccaria T, Zuccon F, Caramelli M, Decastelli L
Euro Surveillance
DOI: 10.2807/1560-7917.ES.2018.23.10.17-00155

“Analysis of the environmental and host-related factors affecting the distribution of the tick Dermacentor marginatus”
Selmi M, Tomassone L, Ceballos LA, Crisci A, Ragagli C, Pintore MD, Mignone W, Pautasso A, Ballardini M, Casalone C, Mannelli A
Experimental and Applied Acarology
DOI: 10.1007/s10493-018-0257-8

“In vitro and in vivo characterization of stem-like cells from canine osteosarcoma and assessment of drug sensitivity”
Gatti M, Solari A, Pattarozzi A, Campanella C, Thellung S, Maniscalco L, De Maria R, Würth R, Corsaro A, Bajetto A, Ratto A, Ferrari A, Daga A, Barbieri F, 
Florio T
Experimental Cell Research
DOI: 10.1016/j.yexcr.2018.01.002

“When LC-HRMS metabolomics gets ISO17025 accredited and ready for official controls – Application to the screening of forbidden compounds in 
livestock”
Dervilly-Pinel G, Roywe A L, Bozzetta E, Pezzolato M, Herpin L, Prevost S, Le Bizec B
Food Additives & Contaminants: Part A
DOI: 10.1080/19440049.2018.1496280

“Immunohistochemistry by anti-cleaved-Lamin A: an improved approach to tackle the misuse of glucocorticoids in cattle”
Zanardello C, Pezzolato M, Capello K, Botta M, Baioni E, Mutinelli F, Vascellari M, Bozzetta E
Food Additives & Contaminants: Part A
DOI: 10.1080/19440049.2018.1503422

“Quantification of TMA in fishery products by direct sample analysis with high resolution mass spectrometry”
Esposito G, Sciuto S, Acutis PL
Food Control
DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2018.07.010

“Analysis of Gluten Content in Gluten-Free Pizza from Certified Take-Away Pizza Restaurants”
Bianchi DM, Maurella C, Gallina S, Gorrasi ISR, Caramelli M, Decastelli L
Foods
DOI: 10.3390/foods7110180

“Microbiological Parameters in the Primary Production of Berries: A Pilot Study”
Macori G, Gilardi G, Bellio A, Bianchi DM, Gallina S, Vitale N, Gullino ML, Decastelli L
Foods
DOI: 10.3390/foods7070105

“The diatoms test in veterinary medicine: A pilot study on cetaceans and sea turtles”
Rubini S, Frisoni P, Russotto C, Pedriali N, Mignone W, Grattarola C, Giorda F, Pautasso A, Barbieri S, Cozzi B, Mazzariol S, Gaudio RM
Forensic Science International
DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2018.06.033

“Draft Genome Sequences of 510 Listeria monocytogenes Strains from Food Isolates and Human Listeriosis Cases from Northern Italy”
Lomonaco S, Gallina S, Filipello V, Leon MS, Kastanis GJ, Allard M, Brown E, Amato E, Pontello M, Decastelli L
Genome Announcements
DOI: 10.1128/genomeA.01276-17

“Atypical and classic bovine spongiform encephalopathy”
Casalone C, Hope J
Handbook of Clinical Neurology
DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-444-63945-5.00007-6

“Seasonal multi-annual trends in energy densities of the midges (genus Chironomus) in a Mediterranean temporary wetland (Natural Regional Reserve 
of the Isonzo River Mouth, Northeast Italy)”
Bertoli M, Brichese G, Pastorino P, Prearo M, Vignes F, Basset A, Pizzul E
Hydrobiologia
DOI: 10.1007/s10750-018-3703-z

“Genotyping of Brucella melitensis and Brucella abortus strains in Kazakhstan using MLVA-15”
Daugaliyeva А, Sultanov A, Usserbayev B, Baramova S, Modesto P, Adambayeva A, Acutis PL, Peletto S
Infection, Genetics and Evolution
DOI: 10.1016/j.meegid.2017.12.022

“Highlighting priority areas for bovine viral diarrhea control in Italy: A phylogeographic approach”
Ebranati E, Lauzi S, Cerutti F, Caruso C, Masoero L, Moreno A, De Mia GM, Peletto S, Zehender G, Luzzago C
Infection, Genetics and Evolution
DOI: 10.1016/j.meegid.2018.01.006

“DNA Pool Analysis-based Forgery-Detection of Dairy Products”
Rossi F, Modesto P, Biolatti C, Benso A, Di Carlo S, Politano G, Acutis PL
International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering
DOI: 10.11591/ijece.v8i5.pp3913-3922

“Anisakis spp. larvae in different kinds of ready to eat products made of anchovies (Engraulis encrasicolus) sold in Italian supermarkets”
Guardone L, Nucera D, Lodola LB, Tinacci L, Acutis PL, Guidi A, Armani A
International Journal of Food Microbiology
DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2017.12.030

“The Significance of Chondroitin Sulfate Proteoglycan 4 (CSPG4) in Human Gliomas”
Schiffer D, Mellai M, Boldorini R, Bisogno I, Grifoni S, Corona C, Bertero L, Cassoni P, Casalone C, Annovazzi L
International Journal of Molecular Sciences
DOI: 10.3390/ijms19092724

“A case study on the labeling of bottarga produced in Sardinia from ovaries of grey mullets (Mugil cephalus and Mugil capurrii) caught in Eastern 
Central Atlantic coasts”
Piras P, Sardu F, Meloni D, Riina MV, Beltramo C, Acutis PL
Italian Journal of Food Safety
DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2018.6893

“Case report of a pustular dermatitis outbreak in sheep: Clinical and food safety considerations”
Roccaro M, Piva S, Scagliarini A, Giacometti F, Serraino A, Merialdi G, Frasnelli M, Romano A, Bellio A, Decastelli L, Peli A
Italian Journal of Food Safety
DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2018.6980

“Evaluation and validation of an alternative method to detect Campylobacter spp. in dairy products”
Razzuoli E, Vencia W, Fedele V, Mignone G, Lazzara F, Rubini D, Vito G, Porcario C, Bozzetta E, Ferrari A
Italian Journal of Food Safety
DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2018.7180

“A survey of bacterial infections in Italian farming sturgeon”
Santi M, Pastorino P, Foglini C, Righetti M, Pedron C, Prearo M
Journal of Applied Ichthyology
DOI: 10.1111/jai.13802

Caseous Lymphadenitis caused by Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis in Alpine Chamois (Rupicapra r. rupicapra): a Review of 98 cases”
Domenis L, Spedicato R, Pepe E, Orusa R, Robetto S
Journal of Comparative Pathology
DOI: 10.1016/j.jcpa.2018.04.003

“Behavior of Escherichia coli O157:H7 during the manufacture and ripening of Fontina Protected Designation of Origin cheese”
Bellio A, Bianchi DM, Vitale N, Vernetti L, Gallina S, Decastelli L
Journal of Dairy Science
DOI: 10.3168/jds.2017-13458

“Short communication: Characterization of Staphylococcus aureus isolated along the raw milk cheese production process in artisan dairies in Italy”
Johler S, Macori G, Bellio A, Acutis PL, Gallina S, Decastelli L
Journal of Dairy Science
DOI: 10.3168/jds.2017-13815

“A novel divergent group of Ostreid herpesvirus 1 μVar variants associated with a mortality event in Pacific oyster spat in Normandy (France) in 2016”
Burioli EAV, Varello K, Lavazza A, Bozzetta E, Prearo M, Houssin M
Journal of Fish Diseases
DOI: 10.1111/jfd.12883

“First description of a mortality event in adult Pacific oysters in Italy associated with infection by a Tenacibaculum soleae strain”
Burioli EAV, Varello K, Trancart S, Bozzetta E, Gorla A, Prearo M, Houssin M
Journal of Fish Diseases
DOI: 10.1111/jfd.12698

“Dioxin-like Compounds in Lake Fish Species: Evaluation by DR-CALUX Bioassay”
Sciuto S, Prearo M, Desiato R, Bulfon C, Burioli EAV, Esposito G, Guglielmetti C, Dell'atti L, Ru G, Volpatti D, Acutis PL, Martucci F
Journal of Food Protection
DOI: 10.4315/0362-028X.JFP-17-476

“Molecular Genetics Unveiled Unknown Family Relationships and Hybrids in an Ex-Situ Colony of African Penguins (Spheniscus demersus)”
Modesto P, Biolatti C, Favaro L, Colussi S, Peletto S, Piga S, Riina MV, Pessani D, Trincas E, Isaja V, Acutis PL
Journal of Heredity
DOI: 10.1093/jhered/esy032

“A Set of Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reactions for Genomic Detection of Nine Edible Insect Species in Foods”
Tramuta C, Gallina S, Bellio A, Bianchi DM, Chiesa F, Rubiola S, Romano A, Decastelli L
Journal of Insect Science
DOI: 10.1093/jisesa/iey087

“Assessing the health status of farmed mussel (Mytilus galloprovincialis) throutgh histological, microbiological and biomarker analyses”
Mattozzo V, Ercolini C, Serracca L, Battistini R, Rossini I, Grnato G, Quaglieri E, Perolo A, Finos L, Arcangeli G, Bertotto, Radaelli G, Chollet B, Arzul I, 
Quaglio F
Journal of Invertebrate Pathology
DOI: 10.1016/j.jip.2018.02.018

“Two-dimensional gel and shotgun proteomics approaches to distinguish fresh and frozen-thawed curled octopus (Eledone cirrhosa)”
Guglielmetti C, Manfredi M, Brusadore S, Sciuto S, Esposito G, Ubaldi PG, Magnani L, Gili S, Marengo E, Acutis PL, Mazza M
Journal of Proteomics
DOI: 10.1016/j.jprot.2018.07.017

“Effect of farming system on donkey milk composition”
Valle E, Pozzo L, Giribaldi M, Bergero D, Gennero MS, Dezzutto D, McLean A, Borreani G, Coppa M, Cavallarin L
Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture
DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.8777

“Effects of thermal treatment on walnut detection and allergenicity”
Vencia W, Minale P, Migone L, Lazzara F, Vito G, Ferrari A, Razzuoli E
Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture
DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.9428

“A comparative study on subacute toxicity of arsenic trioxide and dimethylarsinic acid on antioxidant status in Crandell Rees feline kidney (CRFK), 
human hepatocellular carcinoma (PLC/PRF/5), and epithelioma papulosum cyprini (EPC) cell lines”
Elia AC, Magara G, Caruso C, Masoero L, Prearo M, Arsieni P, Caldaroni B, Dörr AJM, Scoparo M, Salvati S, Brizio P, Squadrone S, Abete MC
Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, Part A
DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2018.1442758

“Altered homeostasis of trace elements in the blood of SCA2 patients”
Squadrone S, Brizio P, Mancini C, Abete MC, Brusco A
Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology
DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2018.02.011

“Expression of functional TRPV1 receptor in primary culture of canine keratinocytes”
Barbero R, Vercelli C, Cuniberti B, Della Valle MF, Martano M, Re G
Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
DOI: 10.1111/jvp.12694

“Up-regulation of progesterone receptor in formalin fixed sex accessory glands: towards the validation of a screening method for illicit growth 
promoters abuse in veal calves”
Benedetto A, Pezzolato M, Peletto S, Beltramo C, Bozzetta E
Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
DOI: 10.1111/jvp.12654

“Thyrostatic residues determination in thyroid, muscle and urine by LC-MS/MS”
Migarone E, Ferro GL, Pennazio E, Ostorero F, Leporati M, Pezzolato M, Marchis D, Gili M
Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
DOI: 10.1111/jvp.12654

“Illicit treatment in beef cattle. Can a stress oxidative marker give a perspective?”
Pezzolato M, Barbero R, Bergagna S, Gennero S, Dezzutto D, Varello K, Bozzetta E
Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
DOI: 10.1111/jvp.12654

“A predictive model based on serum biomarkers to identify veal calves treated with glucocorticoids for growth-promoting purposes”
Rossi M, Badino P, Cordero F, Bozzetta E, Pezzolato M, Girolami F, Spalenza V, Nebbia C
Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
DOI: 10.1111/jvp.12636

“Humboldt penguin’s feathers as bioindicators of metal body burden: a case study”
Squadrone S, Brizio P, Favaro L, Florio D, Da Rugna C, Abete MC
Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics
DOI: 10.1111/jvp.12649

“Corrigendum to "Detection of morbillivirus infection by RT-PCR RFLP analysis in cetaceans and carnivores" [Journal of Virological Methods 247 (2017) 
22-27]"
Verna F, Giorda F, Miceli I, Rizzo G, Pautasso A, Romano A, Iulini B, Pintore MD, Mignone W, Grattarola C, Bozzetta E, Varello K, Dondo A, Casalone C, 
Goria M
Journal of Virological Methods
DOI: 10.1016/j.jviromet.2018.10.012

“Neuropathologic findings in cetaceans stranded in Italy (2002-14)”
Pintore MD, Mignone W, Di Guardo G, Mazzariol S, Ballardini M, Florio CL, Goria M, Romano A, Caracappa S, Giorda F, Serracca L, Pautasso A, Tittarelli C, 
Petrella A, Lucifora G, Di Nocera F, Uberti BD, Corona C, Casalone C, Iulini B
Journal of Wildlife Diseases
DOI: 10.7589/2017-02-035

“Mandibular osteosarcoma in a goat”
Domenis L, Zanardello C, Giudice A, Ratto A, Abramo F
Large Animal Review
DOI: 

“Trace elements, rare earth elements and inorganic arsenic in seaweeds from Giglio Island (Thyrrenian Sea) after the Costa Concordia shipwreck and 
removal”
Squadrone S, Nurra N, Battuello M, Mussat Sartor R, Stella C, Brizio P, Mantia M, Pessani D, Abete MC
Marine Pollution Bulletin
DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2018.05.028

“Evaluating a mixed abiotic–biotic model for the distribution and hostcontact rates of an arthropod vector of pathogens: An example withIxodesricinus 
(Ixodidae)”
Estrada-Peña A, Adkin A, Bertolini S, Cook C, Crescio MI, Grosbois V, Horigan V, Ip S, Leger A, Mastrantonio G, Maurella C, de Nardi M, Ru G, Simons R, 
Snary E, Staerk K, Taylor R, Smith GC
Microbial Risk Analysis
DOI: 10.1016/j.mran.2018.12.001

“Glioblastoma niches: from the concept to the phenotypical reality”
Schiffer D, Mellai M, Bovio E, Bisogno I, Casalone C, Annovazzi L
Neurological Sciences
DOI: 10.1007/s10072-018-3408-0

“The microbiota of hematophagous ectoparasites collected from migratory birds”
Cerutti F, Modesto P, Rizzo F, Cravero A, Jurman I, Costa S, Giammarino M, Mandola ML, Goria M, Radovic S, Cattonaro F, Acutis PL, Peletto S
PLoS One
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0202270

“Clinical, pathological, and molecular features of classical and L-type atypical-BSE in goats”
Vallino Costassa E, D'Angelo A, Mazza M, Meloni D, Baioni E, Maurella C, Colussi S, Martinelli N, Lo Faro M, Berrone E, Favole A, Crociara P, Grifoni S, 
Gallo M, Lombardi G, Iulini B, Casalone C, Corona C
PLoS One
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0198037

“Using multi-criteria risk ranking methodology to select case studies for a generic risk assessment framework for exotic disease incursion and spread 
through Europe”
Horigan V, De Nardi M, Simons RRL, Bertolini S, Crescio MI, Estrada-Peña A, Léger A, Maurella C, Ru G, Schuppers M, Stärk KDC, Adkin A
Preventive Vetrinary Medicine
DOI: 10.1016/j.prevetmed.2018.02.013

“Potential role of wolf (Canis lupus) as passive carrier of European brown hare syndrome virus (EBHSV)”
Di Profio F, Melegari I, Sarchese V, Robetto S, Bermudez Sanchez S, Carella E, Orusa R, Cavadini P, Lavazza A, Marsilio F, Martella V, Di Martino B
Research in Veterinary Science
DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2017.11.016

“Viral load, tissue distribution and histopathological lesions in goats naturally and experimentally infected with the Small Ruminant Lentivirus 
Genotype E”
Grego E, Reina R, Lanfredini S, Tursi M, Favole A, Profiti M, Lungu MM, Perona G, Gay L, Stella MC, DeMeneghi D
Research in Veterinary Science
DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2018.01.008

“Intake estimates of dioxins and dioxin-like polychlorobiphenyls in the Italian general population from the 2013-2016 results of official monitoring 
plans in food”
Diletti G, Scortichini G, Abete MC, Binato G, Candeloro L, Ceci R, Chessa G, Conte A, Di Sandro A, Esposito M0, Fedrizzi G, Ferrantelli V, Ferretti E, 
Menotta S, Nardelli V, Neri B, Piersanti A, Roberti F, Ubaldi A, Brambilla G
Science of The Total Environment
DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2018.01.181

“Development of an Injectable Slow-Release Metformin Formulation and Evaluation of Its Potential Antitumor Effects”
Baldassari S, Solari A, Zuccari G, Drava G, Pastorino S, Fucile C, Marini V, Daga A, Pattarozzi A, Ratto A, Ferrari A, Mattioli F, Barbieri F, Caviglioli G, Florio 
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