Dr. Clarissa Clemente | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

University of Pisa | Italy

👨‍🎓 Profile

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👩‍🔬 Dr. Clarissa Clemente: Agronomist & Postdoctoral Researcher

Dr. Clarissa Clemente is a dedicated agronomist and researcher with a strong academic and professional background in agronomy, plant science, and food production. Her primary focus is the agronomic and qualitative evaluation of emerging oilseed herbaceous crops, especially for climate change adaptation and bio-economy development.

📚 Education & Academic Background

• Ph.D. in Agricultural, Environmental, and Food Sciences (2023) – University of Pisa
• Master’s Degree in Plant and Microbial Biotechnology (110/110 cum laude, 2019)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Herbal Sciences (104/110, 2016)

🌱 Current Research & Projects

• Postdoctoral Researcher (2024-ongoing)
  Research Project: “Agronomic and qualitative evaluation of emerging oilseed herbaceous crops for climate change adaptation and bio-economy development.” This research is based at the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Agro-Environmental Sciences (DAFE), University of Pisa.

• Research Grant (Dec 2023 – Feb 2024)
  Research Project: “Agronomic and qualitative evaluation of innovative oilseed herbaceous crops.” Dr. Clemente conducted field trials in Tuscany on Camelina sativa to assess its growth, yield potential, and seed quality for farm-level feasibility.

🏆 Honors & Awards

• Ph.D. with highest honors (cum laude) in Agricultural, Environmental, and Food Sciences (2024)
• Winner of various research grants, including projects on agro-industrial waste valorization and alternative crops for sustainable agriculture.

🎓 Teaching & Academic Contributions

• Subject Expert in Agronomy (2023-2026) – University of Pisa
• Conducted seminars on green biotechnology and natural sweeteners (e.g., Stevia rebaudiana).
• Led practical classes in agricultural ecology and agro-environmental science.

🌍 International Research Experience

• CEBAS-CSIC, Murcia, Spain (2023)
  Developed advanced skills in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) for the bioactive compound analysis of Camelina sativa seeds.

🔬 Scientific Contributions

• Dr. Clemente’s research includes work on sustainable poultry nutrition and bioactive compounds in Camelina, with a focus on tocopherols, polyphenols, and antioxidants.
• Significant involvement in the PRIN 2017 ARGENTO project, improving camelina cultivation for sustainable agricultural systems and creating healthier food products.

💼 Professional Experience

• Cultore della Materia (Subject Expert) – “Principles of Agronomy and Cultivation of Medicinal Plants”
• Teaching Assistant & Researcher – DAFE, University of Pisa
• Internships & Research Grants – Various positions in agronomy, seed analysis, and phytochemical research.

🌐 Research Interests

• Alternative crops for sustainable agricultural systems, including bio-based products, medicinal plants, and natural sweeteners.
• Developing sustainable agricultural practices and crop diversification to combat climate change impacts.

📊 Digital & Analytical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, statistical analysis software (e.g., Costat Cohort, GraphPad Prism, JMP), and basic R programming for multivariate data analysis.

📖  Top Noted Publications

Effect of environmental conditions on seed yield and metabolomic profile of camelina (Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz) through on-farm multilocation trials 🌾🌍

• • Authors: Clarissa Clemente, Alessandro Rossi, Luciana G. Angelini, Rocio G. Villalba, Diego A. Moreno, Francisco A. Tomás-Barberán, Silvia Tavarini
  • Citation: Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 2025-03 | DOI: 10.1016/j.jafr.2025.101814

Transcriptomic Analyses Reveal Insights into the Shared Regulatory Network of Phenolic Compounds and Steviol Glycosides in Stevia rebaudiana 🌿🧬

• • Authors: Samuel Simoni, Alberto Vangelisti, Clarissa Clemente, Gabriele Usai, Marco Santin, Maria Ventimiglia, Flavia Mascagni, Lucia Natali, Luciana G. Angelini, Andrea Cavallini et al.
  • Citation: International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024-02-10 | DOI: 10.3390/ijms25042136

Effect of the dietary inclusion of Camelina sativa cake into quail diet on live performance, carcass traits, and meat quality 🐦🍴

• • Authors: Marco Cullere, Yazavinder Singh, Erika Pellattiero, Sara Berzuini, Incoronata Galasso, Clarissa Clemente, Antonella Dalle Zotte
  • Citation: Poultry Science, 2023-06 | DOI: 10.1016/j.psj.2023.102650

Spectral Response of Camelina (Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz) to Different Nitrogen Fertilization Regimes under Mediterranean Conditions 🌿🌞

• • Authors: Clarissa Clemente, Leonardo Ercolini, Alessandro Rossi, Lara Foschi, Nicola Grossi, Luciana G. Angelini, Silvia Tavarini, Nicola Silvestri
  • Citation: Agronomy, 2023-05-31 | DOI: 10.3390/agronomy13061539

Valorization of an Old Variety of Triticum aestivum: A Study of Its Suitability for Breadmaking Focusing on Sensory and Nutritional Quality 🍞🌾

• • Authors: Alessandro Bianchi, Francesca Venturi, Angela Zinnai, Isabella Taglieri, Basma Najar, Monica Macaluso, Giorgio Merlani, Luciana Gabriella Angelini, Silvia Tavarini, Clarissa Clemente et al.
  • Citation: Foods, 2023-03-22 | DOI: 10.3390/foods12061351