Physiology of Reproduction

Our research activity is focused on placental development and maternal-fetal interactions during pregnancy at molecular
and cellular level. Within this context we aim to explore:

  •  Human trophoblast differentiation and function;
  •  Effects of hormones-like environmental chemicals and particular matters on human placenta functions;
  •  Effects of infections on human placenta functions;
  •  Placental development and Impact on fetal growth;
  •  Placental development and Impact on maternal health;
Researchers involved in the activities

FRANCESCA IETTA 
LEONARDO ERMINI 
CINZIA DEL GAUDIO 
ROMAGNOLI ROBERTA 
LAURA CRESTI 

Projects

Recent Funded Projects:

  • 2022 PRIN, “Impact of maternal exposure to the worldwide spread chemical contaminant, Bisphenol A (BPA), on offspring cerebral arteries; Function”, Principal investigator Francesca Ietta;
  •  2022 PRIN/PNRR “Placental secretome effects on reprogramming prenatal neuronal development and life-long function under environmental stress condition”. Principal investigator Leonardo Ermini;
  • 2019 FISM, Fondazione Italiana Sclerosi Multipla, “The role of RANK-RANKL-OPG axis in Multiple Sclerosis: a pilot study”, Principal Investigator: Francesca Ietta.