Research team
Expertise
My research expertise lies in epidemiology and public health, with a strong focus on non-communicable diseases (NCDs), particularly cardiovascular diseases and cancer. I investigate the identification of risk factors, health inequalities, and the burden of disease across different populations and settings. In addition, I have developed strong expertise in environmental epidemiology, including the analysis and interpretation of human biomonitoring (HBM) data. My work focuses on assessing population exposure to environmental pollutants, understanding their health effects, and contributing to harmonised approaches for exposure assessment across studies and countries. My research includes the design, implementation, and evaluation of preventive interventions, particularly community-based strategies aimed at improving health behaviours such as physical activity, diet, and disease awareness. I also contribute to evidence generation to inform policy and public health practice at national and international levels. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in developing and validating measurement tools, including questionnaires to assess health knowledge, risk perception, and behavioural outcomes. My research also covers prediction modelling and outcome measurement, as well as the application and advancement of epidemiological and statistical methods. I work in multidisciplinary and international research environments, contributing to large-scale projects on environmental exposures, chronic disease prevention, and global health, including collaborations in Europe and sub-Saharan Africa.