Postdoctoral researcher at the University of Catania (UNICT). Holder of an International Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the University of Catania, with research focused on “Exploitation of morphometric, biochemical, and genetic traits of traditional vegetables for the development of novel foods”. Earned a Master’s degree in Food Science and Technology in 2020 from the University of Catania, graduating with full marks and honors (110/110 cum laude). Actively engaged in collaborative research with various national and international institutions.