Role: Research fellow
Affiliation: Department of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences (DISAFA), University of Turin
I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Bari in “Animal Science and Food Production” and in 2021 with a master’s degree in “Animal Science” from the University of Turin. Since 2021, I have been working in Professor Laura Gasco’s research group at the experimental facilities of the University of Turin. My main area of research is focused on two insect species: Hermetia illucens and Tenebrio molitor. I am involved in the management, implementation, and standardization of the breeding cycles of these species, as well as in experimental trials aimed at testing and researching by-products and waste food materials used as breeding substrates for H. illucens and T. molitor. My research activity is conducted from a Circular Economy perspective, with a focus on estimating insect growth performance and their potential applicability on a larger scale. Additionally, I supervise student trainees and participate in dissemination activities.
Contacts: https://www.disafa.unito.it/persone/zaira.loiotine