Salerno’s Excellence in the USA: Daniele Carullo Awarded at the World Congress on Electroporation
The World Congress on Electroporation and Pulsed Electric Fields in Biology, Medicine, and Food & Environmental Technologies concluded with a prestigious recognition for the University of Salerno. The event, held in Norfolk (Virginia, USA) from September 24 to 28, 2017, serves as the premier global meeting point for researchers and experts specializing in high-intensity pulsed electric fields.
The Congress in numbers
This year’s edition confirmed the vitality of a rapidly expanding sector, successfully bridging the gap between fundamental research and industrial applications:
- 364 participants from 32 countries and 5 continents.
- Over 340 scientific presentations across interdisciplinary sessions.
- A comprehensive program focused on medicine, biology, environment, and food technologies.
The “Young Investigator” Award
A centerpiece of the event was the “Young Investigator” competition, designed to celebrate innovation and talent among the next generation of researchers.
Among the winners in the “Food, Biotechnology and Environment” category, Daniele Carullo, a second-year PhD student in Chemistry at the University of Salerno, stood out. Conducting his research within the DIIn (Department of Industrial Engineering) and ProdAl laboratories, Carullo impressed the international jury with his work titled: “PEF-assisted green solvent extraction of high-added value compounds from agri-food by-products”, showcasing the high scientific caliber of research conducted at our university.
| “Once again, this recognition rewards the efforts of the ProdAl Consortium and the University of Salerno in creating excellence in research projects and educational pathways. Our young researchers acquire the technical and scientific skills necessary to compete successfully at the highest international levels.” Prof.ssa Giovanna Ferrari, Professor at University of Salerno and CEO of ProdAl Scarl. |
Future outlook
The success achieved in Norfolk is not only a personal milestone but a catalyst for further internationalization. The positive reception of these scientific contributions opens new opportunities to:
- Strengthen collaborations with overseas research institutes and universities.
- Promote exchange programs for students, researchers, and faculty members.
- Accelerate technological innovation within our local facilities.
