Michela Murdocca | Genetics | Innovative Research Award

Innovative Research Award

Michela Murdocca
University Of Rome Tor Vergata
Michela Murdocca
Affiliation University Of Rome Tor Vergata
Country Italy
Scopus Id 55368220500
Documents 42
Citation 944
h-index 20
Subject Area Genetics
Event International Popular Scientist Awards
Orcid 0000-0001-8088-3664

Michela Murdocca the Innovative Research Award is a recognition category associated with the International Popular Scientist Awards that highlights research characterized by originality, methodological development, interdisciplinary relevance, and potential contribution to scientific knowledge. This article presents a structured academic recognition profile for Michela Murdocca of the University Of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy, whose stated research subject area is Genetics. The supplied bibliometric profile records 42 documents, 944 citations, and an h-index of 20, providing quantitative indicators of research visibility and scholarly output.

Abstract

Michela Murdocca is presented in this academic recognition profile in connection with the Innovative Research Award at the International Popular Scientist Awards. Her institutional affiliation is the University Of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy, and her identified subject area is Genetics. According to the supplied Scopus profile information, her scholarly record comprises 42 indexed documents, 944 citations, and an h-index of 20. These indicators provide a quantitative basis for describing research productivity and citation impact, while award assessment should additionally consider originality, scientific rigor, significance, reproducibility, collaboration, and broader contribution to the field.

Keywords

Innovative Research Award; Michela Murdocca; University Of Rome Tor Vergata; Genetics; genetic research; biomedical research; research innovation; scientific impact; scholarly publications; citation analysis; International Popular Scientist Awards.

Introduction

Genetics encompasses the study of heredity, genetic variation, genome organization, gene regulation, and the molecular mechanisms through which biological information is transmitted and expressed. Contemporary genetic research increasingly integrates molecular biology, genomics, computational analysis, and translational approaches to investigate complex biological systems and disease-related mechanisms.

Research Profile

The supplied researcher profile identifies Michela Murdocca with the University Of Rome Tor Vergata in Italy and assigns Genetics as the principal subject area. The associated Scopus Author ID is 55368220500. The supplied bibliometric figures are 42 documents, 944 citations, and an h-index of 20. These values describe the research record represented in the provided profile and may change as databases are updated or additional publications become indexed.

Research Contributions

Based on the information supplied for this profile, the principal scholarly context for evaluating Michela Murdocca’s contribution is Genetics. The documented publication and citation record indicates sustained scholarly activity, while the h-index provides an additional bibliometric measure reflecting the relationship between publication output and citation frequency.

Publications

The supplied profile records 42 documents indexed in Scopus. This document does not independently reproduce a complete publication bibliography because individual publication titles, journals, years, and DOI identifiers were not included in the input data. The Scopus Author Profile provides the appropriate source for consulting the researcher’s indexed publication record and associated bibliometric information.

Research Impact

The supplied citation count of 944 and h-index of 20 indicate measurable scholarly visibility in the indexed research record. Citation metrics are useful for describing patterns of scholarly use and recognition, but they do not by themselves establish the quality, originality, or societal value of individual contributions. Responsible assessment should therefore combine bibliometric evidence with qualitative review of the underlying research.

Award Suitability

The supplied academic profile provides several factors that can be considered when evaluating suitability for an Innovative Research Award. These include an identified research specialization in Genetics, an indexed publication record of 42 documents, 944 recorded citations, and an h-index of 20. These indicators can support an evidence-based nomination, subject to verification against the current researcher record and the award’s formal evaluation criteria.

Conclusion

Michela Murdocca’s supplied academic profile places her at the University Of Rome Tor Vergata in Italy with Genetics identified as the principal subject area. The reported Scopus record of 42 documents, 944 citations, and an h-index of 20 provides quantitative evidence of an established scholarly publication and citation record. In the context of the Innovative Research Award, these indicators can serve as supporting evidence alongside a detailed qualitative assessment of originality, rigor, research significance, and demonstrated impact.

References

  1. Scopus. Author profile: Michela Murdocca, Scopus Author ID 55368220500. Elsevier. Available at: https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/55368220500.
  2. ORCID. ORCID record for Michela Murdocca.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8088-3664.
  3. International Popular Scientist Awards. Official Award Website.
    https://popularscientist.com/.

Álvaro López Zaplana | Plant Biotechnology | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Álvaro López Zaplana | Plant Biotechnology | Young Scientist Award

R+D Manager at 3A BIOTECH,S.L, Spain

Álvaro López Zaplana is a Spanish molecular biologist and biotechnologist specializing in plant and industrial biotechnology. He earned his Biotechnology degree (2013–2017), Master’s in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (2017–2018), and PhD in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (2018–2022, summa cum laude with international mention) from the University of Murcia, with part of his doctoral research conducted at the Louvain Institute of Biomolecular Science and Technology.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • 🎓 Bachelor’s in Biotechnology – University of Murcia (2017)

  • 🧠 Master’s in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology – IMIB (2018)

  • 🎓 PhD in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology – University of Murcia & CEBAS-CSIC (2022)

  • 📚 Pursuing Double Master’s: Project Management & MBA – ENEB (2025)

🧪 Research Focus:

Álvaro’s expertise centers on aquaporins, transcriptomics, and fermentation bioprocesses. He has contributed to 5 research projects (led 3), authored 12+ scientific articles, and collaborated across Europe, including Louvain Institute of Biomolecular Science and IBMCP-CSIC.

💼 Current Roles:

  • 🧬 R&D Manager – 3A Biotech

  • 🎓 External Collaborator & Thesis Supervisor – International University of Valencia (VIU)

  • ✍️ Guest Editor – MDPI (Journal: Agriculture)

🧑‍🏫 Teaching & Mentorship:

He has supervised 9 Master’s theses in bioinformatics, neurobiology, pharmacology, and omics, actively mentoring students in academic and lab settings since 2018.

📊 Entrepreneurial Spirit:

Beyond science, Álvaro has a strong business inclination:

  • 🏆 Winner of 5 university innovation awards (2020–2022)

  • 💡 Trained in entrepreneurship, leadership & finance

  • 🧠 Courses in cardiogenetics, nutrition, medical care, and digital marketing

🌍 Languages & Skills

  • 🇬🇧 English (B2), 🇫🇷 French (A2)

  • 💻 Bioinformatics, structural modeling, molecular diagnostics

🔬 H-Index: 8 (Google Scholar, 2024)

  • Published in journals like Plant Physiology & Biochemistry, Environmental and Experimental Botany, and Scientific Reports

📊 Citation Metrics (as per Google Scholar):

  • Total Citations: 298

  • Citations Since 2020: 296

  • h-index: 8

  • h-index Since 2020: 8

  • i10-index: 8

  • i10-index Since 2020: 8

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Interrelations of Nutrient and Water Transporters in Plants Under Abiotic Stress
    G. Barzana, J.J. Rios, A. Lopez‐Zaplana, J. Nicolas‐Espinosa, …
    Physiologia Plantarum, 171(4), 595–619, 2021.
    Citations: 71

  2. Confronting Secondary Metabolites With Water Uptake and Transport in Plants Under Abiotic Stress
    J. Nicolas-Espinosa, P. Garcia-Ibañez, A. Lopez-Zaplana, L. Yepes-Molina, …
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(3), 2826, 2023.
    Citations: 51

  3. Discerning the Mechanism of the Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes Effect on Root Cell Water and Nutrient Transport
    M.C. Martinez-Ballesta, N. Chelbi, A. Lopez-Zaplana, M. Carvajal
    Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 146, 23–30, 2020.
    Citations: 49

  4. Relationships Between Aquaporins Gene Expression and Nutrient Concentrations in Melon Plants (Cucumis melo L.) During Typical Abiotic Stresses
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, N. Martinez-Garcia, M. Carvajal, G. Bárzana
    Environmental and Experimental Botany, 195, 104759, 2022.
    Citations: 31

  5. Foliar Mineral Treatments for the Reduction of Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Fruit Cracking
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bárzana, A. Agudelo, M. Carvajal
    Agronomy, 10(11), 1815, 2020.
    Citations: 27

  6. Genome-Wide Analysis of the Aquaporin Genes in Melon (Cucumis melo L.)
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, J. Nicolas-Espinosa, M. Carvajal, G. Bárzana
    Scientific Reports, 10(1), 22240, 2020.
    Citations: 25

  7. Foliar Application of Boron Nanoencapsulated in Almond Trees Allows B Movement Within Tree and Implements Water Uptake and Transport Involving Aquaporins
    J.J. Rios, A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bárzana, A. Martinez-Alonso, M. Carvajal
    Frontiers in Plant Science, 12, 752648, 2021.
    Citations: 17

  8. Aquaporins Involvement in the Regulation of Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Fruit Cracking Under Different Nutrient (Ca, B and Zn) Treatments
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bárzana, L. Ding, F. Chaumont, M. Carvajal
    Environmental and Experimental Botany, 201, 104981, 2022.
    Citations: 15

  9. Water Relations After Ca, B and Si Application Determine Fruit Physical Quality in Relation to Aquaporins in Prunus
    F. Quirante-Moya, A. Martinez-Alonso, A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bárzana, …
    Scientia Horticulturae, 293, 110718, 2022.
    Citations: 7

  10. Gut Microbiota: An Immersion in Dysbiosis, Associated Pathologies, and Probiotics
    V. Origüela, A. Lopez-Zaplana
    Microorganisms, 13(5), 1084, 2025.
    Citations: 2

  11. Deciphering Arabidopsis Aquaporin Networks: Comparative Analysis of the STRING and BioGRID Interactomes
    A. Lopez-Zaplana
    International Journal of Plant Biology, 16(1), 28, 2025.
    Citations: 1

  12. Exploring the Mechanism of Blindness Physiopathy in Brassica oleracea var. italica L. by Comprehensive Transcriptomics and Metabolomics Analysis
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, J. Nicolas-Espinosa, L. Albaladejo-Marico, M. Carvajal
    Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 206, 108304, 2024.
    Citations: 1

  13. Relationship Between Aquaporins Expression and B Concentration for Conferring Cold Stress Tolerance in Broccoli Cultivars
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, J. Nicolas-Espinosa, M. Carvajal, G. Bárzana
    Environmental and Experimental Botany, 187, 104466, 2021.
    Citations: 1

  14. The Impact of Semi‐Transparent Solar Panels on Tomato and Broccoli Growth
    A. Lopez‐Zaplana, L. Yepes‐Molina, P. Garcia‐Ibañez, …
    Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research, 5(5), 2300175, 2024.

  15. Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Aquaporins as Molecular Markers of Resistance to Abiotic Stresses and Physiopathies
    Á. Lopez-Zaplana
    Proyecto de Investigación, 2022.

  16. Interrelations of Nutrient and Water Transporters in Plants Under Abiotic Stress (Book Chapter or Report)
    G. Bárzana González, J.J. Ríos Ruiz, Á. Lopez-Zaplana, J. Nicolás Espinosa, …
    John Wiley & Sons, 2021.

  17. Aquaporins Involvement in the Regulation of Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Fruit Cracking Under Different Nutrient (Ca, B and Zn) Treatments (Preprint)
    M. Carvajal, A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bárzana, L. Ding, F. Chaumont
    Available at SSRN: 4088643