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Assoc Prof Dr. Guido Sireci, BIND Università di Palermo, Italy

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guido Sireci is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biological, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technologies (BIND) at the Università di Palermo, Italy. His research focuses on immunology, particularly in understanding immune responses in infectious diseases and cancer. Dr. Sireci has contributed to numerous scientific publications and actively collaborates in both national and international research projects, advancing the field of biomedical sciences. He is recognized for his expertise in cellular immunology and the development of novel therapeutic approaches.

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Education Qualification:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guido Sireci graduated from the Liceo Classico “G. Garibaldi” in Palermo in 1975 with a diploma in Classical Studies. He earned his degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Palermo in 1982, achieving a final grade of 105/110. In the same year, he obtained professional certification as a Biologist with the highest grade. Dr. Sireci began his specialization in General Pathology (now Clinical Pathology) at the University of Palermo in 1984 and completed it in 1987, graduating with a top grade of 50/50. His specialization thesis focused on the “Immunosuppressive Effects of Cyclosporine A.”

Teaching Activities:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guido Sireci has been engaged in academia at the University of Palermo since 1985, conducting theoretical and practical exercises in laboratory techniques, molecular biology, and immunology for students in the General Pathology and Genetics courses. From 1987 to 1989, he served as a lecturer in Immunology and General Pathology at the School of Professional Nursing, as well as lecturing in General Pathology at the Physiotherapy School and Chemistry at the Nursing School at Villa Sofia Hospital. He taught Immunopathology at the Faculty of Pharmacy from 1998 to 2000 and covered General Pathophysiology, General Pathology, and Immunology in the Nursing Diploma program in 1999. Since 2002, Dr. Sireci has been a lecturer in Immunology at the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery in Caltanissetta, and since 2010, he has taught General Pathology for the Nursing Science degree program at the Policlinico of Palermo.

Awards:

In 1999, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guido Sireci was honored with the “Best Abstract Award” at the EFI Congress held in Montpellier, recognizing his significant contributions to the field of immunology. This accolade highlights his commitment to advancing research and knowledge within the scientific community.

Scientific Career:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guido Sireci has an extensive academic and research background. From 1985 to 1986, he specialized as a resident at the Institute of General Pathology (now the Department of Biopathology and Biomedical Methodologies) at the University of Palermo. In 1986, he was contracted as a Senior Technician at the Department of Immunobiology, Wellcome Research Laboratories, in London. He received a research grant from the Regional Health Department from 1987 to 1989 and was appointed as a Technical Officer at the Institute of General Pathology in 1990 after winning a public competition. Dr. Sireci was awarded a C.N.R. (National Research Council) scholarship in 1996 as a Visiting Scientist at the Transplantation Biology Group, Royal Postgraduate Medical School, Hammersmith Hospital, London. In 2001, he qualified for the position of Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Catania.

Conclusion:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guido Sireci is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of General Pathology and Immunology. With a career spanning several decades, he has contributed significantly to both education and research, holding various positions at prestigious institutions such as the University of Palermo and Wellcome Research Laboratories in London. His expertise encompasses laboratory techniques, molecular biology, and immunological applications in experimental medicine. Dr. Sireci’s dedication to advancing knowledge in his field is evidenced by his numerous teaching roles, research grants, and recognition, including the “Best Abstract Award” at the EFI Congress. His ongoing commitment to education and research continues to impact future generations of medical professionals and scientists.

Top Notable Publications:

Maccora, S., Bolognini, N., Mannina, C., Sireci, G., Brighina, F.
The effects of estradiol levels on crossmodal perception: a study on the sound-induced flash illusion in healthy and menstrually related migraine individuals
Neurological Sciences, 2023, 44(8), pp. 2863–2870.
Citations: 0

Guggino, G., La Manna, M.P., Di Liberto, D., Sireci, G., Ciccia, F.
Interleukin 9 neutralisation reduces collagen-induced arthritis severity in mouse models
Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology, 2023, 41(1), pp. 94–102.
Citations: 5

Artigas-Jerónimo, S., González-García, A., de la Fuente, J., Torina, A., Sireci, G.
Low NETosis Induced in Anaplasma phagocytophilum-Infected Cells
Vaccines, 2022, 10(10), 1756.
Citations: 1

Mohammadnezhad, L., Shekarkar Azgomi, M., La Manna, M.P., Guggino, G., Caccamo, N., Sireci, G.
Metabolic Reprogramming of Innate Immune Cells as a Possible Source of New Therapeutic Approaches in Autoimmunity
Cells, 2022, 11(10), 1663.
Citations: 10

Maggio, M.C., Failla, M.C., Giordano, S., Manna, M.P.L., Sireci, G.
Interleukin-6 Is a Promising Marker of COVID-19 in Children: A Case Series of 2 Brothers with Severe COVID-19 Pneumonia
American Journal of Case Reports, 2022, 23, e934468.
Citations: 3

Sireci, G., Badami, G.D., Di Liberto, D., de la Fuente, J., Torina, A.
Recent Advances on the Innate Immune Response to Coxiella burnetii
Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 2021, 11, 754455.
Citations: 16

de la Fuente, J., Armas, O., Sánchez-Rodríguez, L., Nova, R., Queirós, J., Sireci, G.
Citizen science initiative points at childhood BCG vaccination as a risk factor for COVID-19
Transboundary and Emerging Diseases, 2021, 68(6), pp. 3114–3119.
Citations: 9

Di Liberto, D., Scazzone, C., La Rocca, G., Guggino, G., Sireci, G.
Erratum: Vitamin D increases the production of IL-10 by regulatory T cells in patients with systemic sclerosis
Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology, 2020, 38(6), pp. 1276.
Citations: 3

Torina, A., Blanda, V., Villari, S., de la Fuente, J., Sireci, G.
Immune response to tick-borne hemoparasites: Host adaptive immune response mechanisms as potential targets for therapies and vaccines
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2020, 21(22), pp. 1–22, 8813.
Citations: 13

Guggino, G., Schinocca, C., Lo Pizzo, M., Sarzi-Puttini, P., Dieli, F., Sireci, G.
Erratum: T helper 1 response is correlated with widespread pain, fatigue, sleeping disorders and the quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia and is modulated by hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology, 2020, 38(6), pp. 1275.
Citations: 3