Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Alessandra Zappa"
- Alessandra Zappa's research primarily focuses on the epidemiology and molecular dynamics of viral infections affecting children, particularly respiratory viruses such as RSV, human metapneumovirus, and human bocavirus, highlighting their clinical significance in pediatric populations.
- Key findings indicate a high genetic variability in respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which may facilitate immune evasion, as well as the successful application of novel HPV-DNA detection methods using urine samples, enhancing non-invasive screening for cervical cancer.
- Zappa's work also addresses the impact of vaccination on the epidemiology of viral hepatitis in Italy and the immunogenicity of influenza vaccinations among vulnerable groups, including HIV-infected and liver transplant patients, revealing improved seroprotection following vaccination.
