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Dr. Michela Ciccarelli | Theriogenology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor at Washington State University | United States

Dr. Michela Ciccarelli is a veterinarian, researcher, and academic specializing in comparative theriogenology, reproductive physiology, and advanced stem cell applications in animal reproduction. With extensive clinical, teaching, and research experience across the United States and Europe, she has significantly contributed to veterinary translational science, reproductive biotechnology, and germline engineering in livestock and companion animals. She is a Diplomate of the American College of Theriogenologists and currently serves as a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Comparative Theriogenology.

Professional Profile:

Education: 

Dr. Michela Ciccarelli earned her Ph.D. in Veterinary and Translational Science at Washington State University, focusing on “Surrogate Sires: donor-derived spermatogenesis in NANOS2 knockout mice and livestock via spermatogonial stem cell transplantation.” She holds an M.S. in Veterinary Clinical Sciences from Washington State University, where she investigated the effect of exogenous oxytocin on alpaca luteal function. She began her academic journey with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) degree at the University of Camerino, Italy, completing a thesis on the in vitro effects of GnRH on Leydig cells of adult alpacas.

Experience:

Dr. Michela Ciccarelli is currently a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Comparative Theriogenology, while also serving as Affiliate Faculty in the School of Molecular Biosciences at Washington State University and in Theriogenology at Tuskegee University. Previously, she was a Postdoctoral Researcher at Washington State University and held multiple clinical and academic appointments, including a Residency in Comparative Theriogenology at WSU. Her veterinary career also spans equine and mixed-animal private practice in Italy.

She is a certified practitioner in Italy and a board-certified Diplomate of the American College of Theriogenologists (ACT).

Research Interests:

Dr. Michela Ciccarelli research integrates reproductive physiology, stem cell biology, germline editing, and advanced assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) in both livestock and companion animals. She is particularly focused on spermatogonial stem cell transplantation, CRISPR-Cas9 genetic engineering in embryos, fertility preservation, and the application of reproductive biotechnologies for both animal production and conservation of endangered species.

Publications Top Noted:

  1. Donor-derived spermatogenesis following stem cell transplantation in sterile NANOS2 knockout males – Year: 2020 | Citations: 99

  2. Simplified pipelines for genetic engineering of mammalian embryos by CRISPR-Cas9 electroporation – Year: 2019 | Citations: 65

  3. Spermatogonial stem cell transplantation: insights and outlook for domestic animals – Year: 2019 | Citations: 57

  4. Effect of age and castration on serum anti-Müllerian hormone concentration in male alpacas – Year: 2018 | Citations: 15

  5. Enhanced sperm production in bulls following transient induction of hypothyroidism during prepubertal development – Year: 2019 | Citations: 14

Conclusion:

Dr. Michela Ciccarelli exemplifies innovation, excellence, and leadership in the field of theriogenology and reproductive biotechnology. Her pioneering research on stem cell applications, assisted reproductive technologies, and fertility preservation contributes significantly to veterinary science, animal production, and biodiversity conservation. With a strong foundation in both clinical practice and translational research, she continues to advance the frontiers of animal reproduction science. Her commitment to academic excellence and global collaboration makes her a deserving recipient of the Best Researcher Award under the Global Network & Technology Excellence Awards.

Michela Ciccarelli | Theriogenology | Best Researcher Award

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