This unit contains the human resources and equipment for the following services:

• Detection of genetically modified organisms and food containing GMO products by molecular and immunodiagnostic means.
• Sanitary control of plant material for plant multiplication techniques including clonal propagation, seeds, and plant samples.
• Raising and characterizing vegetable and tree species in controlled and aseptic conditions.
• Instruments and innovative methodology (radio frequency ID chips, RFID) for the traceability of the whole food chain.
• Identification of viruses and characterization of their relative infection agents.
• Genetic engineering for resistance in plant systems.
• Certification of fruit and vegetable crops/cultures.
• Application of innovative diagnostic techniques for the identification of phytopathogens via biological and molecular means.
• Epidemiology and virus-host interactions.
• Prevention and recovery.

For more information please contact: Dr. Pasquale Domenico Grieco