Cultural mission

Focuses on the study of molecular aspects of human physical activity in relation to performance, aging, and health through biochemical analysis and molecular biology techniques. Particular area of interest is the study of energy metabolism and oxidative stress developed through both in vitro and in vivo studies and in the presence or absence of nutritional and/or pharmacological interventions.

Main lines of research

Role of the enzyme spermine oxidase (smox) in skeletal muscle under physiological conditions in cellular and mouse models. Role of redox homeostasis in maintaining muscle health: evaluation of training strategies in elderly subjects. Effects of supplementation with antioxidants and/or drugs on cellular and plasma antioxidant status and markers of muscle damage under basal conditions or after exercise.