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As a dedicated Research Scientist specializing in canine behavioral neuroscience, I integrate a unique interdisciplinary background in neuroscience, animal behavior, and human-animal interactions to pioneer research at the crossroads of ethology, biology, and psychology. My expertise spans project management, ethics and advanced behavioral analysis, enabling me to lead innovative projects with precision and scientific rigor.During my Ph.D. at the University of Parma, I focused on the communicative and emotional significance of dogs' displacement behaviors and facial expressions, bridging gaps in understanding animal emotions and behavior. I conducted an international collaboration as a visiting researcher at the Texas Tech University, where I explored dogs' emotional states during detection work. My academic foundation also includes an MSc in Human-Animal Interactions (University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna) and a BA in Philosophy, Animal Ethics (University of Milan), reflecting a broad and integrative perspective.Key Achievements:Published multiple peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals such as Animal Cognition and Scientific Reports. Delivered talks and presented findings at prestigious conferences, including the Canine Science Forum and The Canine Olfaction and Detection Science Conference.Co-supervised several MSc and BA dissertations, fostering the next generation of researchers in animal behavior.Advanced expertise in canine olfaction research, contributing to projects like the innovative use of detection dogs for non-invasive Parkinson's disease diagnosis.Professional Credentials:Certified DogFACS coder for measuring facial movements in dogs.ENCI-Certified and FICSS (Federetion of Canine Sports and Rescue) Dog Trainer.Experienced seminar leader, providing education on canine communication and behavior to diverse audiences.Skilled in advanced behavioral observation tools (BORIS, Solomon Coder) and data analysis software (R, Python).Beyond research, I am passionate about dog training and I work to foster responsible pet ownership. As a trail runner and outdoor enthusiast, I champion the physical and psychological benefits of connecting with nature and animals and I am an instructor in the dogsports' focused association beWILD. I am seeking opportunities to bring my interdisciplinary expertise into applied settings, leveraging my knowledge to enhance canine performances detection and dog sports, and advance the field of human-animal interactions in science, health, and technology.