C. Stanghellini

Papers

Total Citations

505

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About

C. Stanghellini is a leading researcher in horticultural engineering and controlled-environment agriculture, with a focus on optimizing greenhouse and vertical farming systems. Her work addresses critical challenges in sustainable food production, particularly through advancements in crop modeling, energy efficiency, and resource management. Stanghellini’s most-cited paper, "Current status and future challenges in implementing and upscaling vertical farming systems" (2021, 505 citations), provides a comprehensive analysis of the technological, economic, and logistical barriers to scaling vertical farms, offering a roadmap for future research and industry adoption. This work has become a foundational reference for scientists and policymakers alike, highlighting her influence in shaping the discourse on urban agriculture. Beyond this, her contributions to greenhouse climate control and transpiration modeling have been widely applied in commercial horticulture, earning her recognition as a pioneer in sustainable cultivation. With over 500 citations on her top paper alone, Stanghellini’s research continues to drive innovation in resilient, high-yield food systems, making her a key voice in the global effort to secure food supplies amid climate change and urbanization.