Silvia Selleri
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Silvia Selleri is a leading figure in radiochemistry and molecular imaging, with a primary focus on the development of novel positron emission tomography (PET) radiotracers for neuroinflammation and cancer. Her most cited work, the 2011 synthesis of 6-[18F]fluoro-PBR28, introduced a groundbreaking radiotracer for imaging the translocator protein (TSPO) 18 kDa, a key biomarker of activated microglia in neurological disorders. This contribution, with over 30 citations, has been instrumental in advancing non-invasive PET imaging of neuroinflammation, enabling researchers to study conditions like Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and traumatic brain injury. Selleri’s expertise in designing and optimizing radiolabeling strategies has significantly improved the specificity and clinical applicability of TSPO-targeted probes. Her research bridges synthetic chemistry and biomedical imaging, providing tools that enhance our understanding of disease mechanisms and therapeutic responses. Beyond this landmark work, Selleri has contributed to the development of other fluorine-18 labeled compounds, further expanding the PET imaging toolkit. Her achievements underscore a career dedicated to translating chemical innovation into clinical insights, making her a pivotal figure in the field of molecular imaging.
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