Edoardo is a doctoral student in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management at UC Berkeley. He specializes in fungal genomics, dual RNA-seq, and metabarcoding analyses, with a particular focus on understanding the impact of climatic changes on forest pathosystems, notably in the context of Cypress Cancer Disease (CCD) as a model for host-pathogen interactions.
Delving into the intricate dynamics of host-pathogen interactions in forest pathosystems, Edoardo's research adopts a multidisciplinary approach integrating bioinformatics and biostatistical methods to gain comprehensive insights into forest diseases and microbial ecology. One fundamental aspect of his research involves unraveling the evolution of fungal species and coevolution in host-pathogen interaction contexts.
Before embarking on his doctoral studies, Edoardo conducted research as a fellow at the University of Florence in collaboration with the Italian National Research Council.
Edoardo's current research endeavors highlight his dedication to advancing our understanding of forest health and microbial ecology amidst the challenges posed by climate change, positioning him as a valuable contributor to the field.