Luigia Sabatini

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Luigia Sabatini is a leading researcher in hospital pharmacy automation and aseptic compounding safety. Her work centers on the microbiological validation of robotic systems used for sterile medication preparation, addressing critical challenges in contamination control within clinical environments. Sabatini’s major contributions include pioneering the use of challenge tests to evaluate ultraviolet (UV) irradiation efficacy in automated compounding robots, such as the APOTECAchemo system, where she defined optimal conditions balancing sterility and time efficiency. Her 2015 study on UV irradiation efficacy, cited 12 times, established foundational protocols for ensuring the sterility of intravenous preparations. Building on this, her 2019 work on microbiological validation of a sterile compounding robot, cited 7 times, provided a comprehensive framework aligned with ISO and EU GMP standards, including qualification of Class-A inner environments. These achievements have directly influenced hospital pharmacy practices, enhancing patient safety by reducing contamination risks in injectable non-hazardous medications. Sabatini’s research bridges engineering and clinical pharmacy, offering practical solutions for high-stakes aseptic processes. Her rigorous validation methodologies continue to guide the adoption of automated systems in healthcare settings worldwide.