Preclinical Tumorigenicity Study of an Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product for Diffuse Cartilage Lesions in an Osteoarthritic Environment Alessandra Colombini, Vincenzo Raffo, Vincenzo Pennone, Katia Mareschi, Luciana Labanca, Laura Mangiavini, Matteo Moretti, Camilla Recordati, Federico Armando, Laura de Girolamo, Arianna B. Lovati Cells, 2026 Background: Advanced therapy medicinal products require rigorous preclinical testing to exclude tumorigenicity. Human articular cartilage cells expanded at low density with human platelet lysate show enhanced proliferation, matrix production, and immunomodulatory properties, supporting their use for diffuse cartilage lesions in osteoarthritic joints. This study evaluated tumorigenicity and biodistribution of cartilage cell spheroids generated using two platelet lysate sources. Methods: Cartilage cells were expanded at low density with two platelet lysates and assembled into spheroids. Cytogenetic stability was assessed by metaphase karyotyping following expansion. Immunodeficient mice received subcutaneous implantation and were monitored for 180 days. Human colon carcinoma cells and mouse fibroblasts were used as controls. Clinical follow-up, full organ histopathology, and immunohistochemistry were performed to detect human cell persistence. Results: Expanded cartilage cells showed predominantly normal karyotypes, with rare low-level mosaic chromosomal alterations not detected at the previous passage. Cartilage cell spheroids were well tolerated in vivo, with complete survival and no evidence of tumorigenicity, inflammation, or human cell persistence at implantation sites or distant organs. Control experiments confirmed the sensitivity of the model, and no systemic toxicity was observed. Conclusions: Spheroids derived from cartilage cells are non-tumorigenic, non-migratory, and biologically safe in immunodeficient mice. These findings support their development as cell-based cartilage therapies and align with regulatory recommendations for non-clinical safety evaluation.
GutMicrobiotAware: an international exploratory survey on awareness and understanding of the gut microbiota Enriqueta Garcia-Gutierrez, Sara Arbulu, Charlotte Oliver, Sandeep Kumar, Sarita A. Dam, Babette Jakobi, Vincenzo Pennone, Fabiana A. Hoffmann Sarda, Arghya Mukherjee, Paul D. Cotter Frontiers in Microbiology, 2026 Over the past two decades, scientific understanding of the composition and function of the human gut microbiome has expanded substantially. The recent surge in human gut microbiota-related studies has unveiled the profound influence of the gut microbiota on host nutrition, health, and behavior, bridging biology, medicine, and ecology, among others. The dynamic interaction between daily lifestyle choices, life events, and the gut microbiota makes it understandably, a topic of interest among the lay public. Communicating scientific insights from the laboratory to the population effectively, however, can be challenging, and might involve adapting the delivery of knowledge to different audiences, using precise language in corresponding settings and the use of more accessible concepts in public forums such as science festivals or social media. With the growing interest in gut microbiota beyond academic circles, there is also an increased risk of disseminating information lacking scientific rigor. The current study aimed to assess the general knowledge regarding the gut microbiota among an exploratory pool of participants, primarily accessed via academic and social networks, and evaluate healthcare professionals’ understanding of its links to various health conditions, ultimately informing better communication strategies for both groups. Our findings from this exploratory survey indicate that while most participants were familiar with the gut microbiota, instances of partial and even complete misconceptions persisted. The results from our survey further underlined the need for targeted scientific communication to emphasize the microbial diversity of the gut microbiota, the factors influencing it, its links to health conditions, and the realistic scope of current microbiota analyses.
Draft genome of Staphylococcus epidermidis clinical isolate OGSA-Sep-145 from an implant-related spinal infection Vincenzo Pennone, Matteo Briguglio, Elena De Vecchi, Riccardo Cecchinato, Arianna B. Lovati Microbiology Resource Announcements, 2025 Staphylococcus epidermidis , a skin commensal, is a major cause of orthopedic implant-related infections due to its biofilm-forming ability and immune evasion strategies. Here, we present the draft genome of strain OGSA-Sep-145, isolated from a spinal infection, providing insights into antimicrobial resistance and virulence mechanisms in chronic infections.
Development of Silk Fibroin-Based Sponges Loaded with LL-37-Derived Peptides for the Control of Orthopedic Infections Vincenzo Pennone, Giada Meogrossi, Giacomo Carenzi, David Sarlah, Marco Biagiotti, Arianna B. Lovati International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025 Staphylococcus species are often the cause of implant-related infections, posing a significant clinical challenge in orthopedics. Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) like LL-37-derived FK-16 and GF-17 offer promising alternatives to conventional antibiotics; however, they require suitable delivery systems to overcome rapid degradation. The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate silk fibroin (SF) and osteoinductive peptide-enriched silk fibroin (PSF) sponges that can be used locally for FK-16 and GF-17 delivery. Two concentrations of FK-16 or GF-17 were loaded into SF and PSF sponges. Swelling behavior and AMP release profiles were analyzed for 72 h. Time-kill assays were conducted on MRSE and MRSA clinical strains to assess antimicrobial activity. FK-16 released quickly (>90% within 24 h) and then maintained a stable plateau from both SF and PSF matrices, which was associated with bactericidal activity against MRSE strains. In contrast, the release efficiency of GF-17 was lower and did not achieve significant antimicrobial effects. Neither peptide exhibited effective activity against MRSA under the tested conditions. PSF sponges showed higher swelling and enhanced FK-16-mediated antibacterial performance compared to SF counterparts. FK-16-loaded PSF sponges are a promising biomaterial for treating local orthopedic infections related to MRSE. The findings underscore the significance of peptide–matrix interactions in determining therapeutic outcomes and suggest the need for more in vivo evaluation of AMP-functionalized PSF scaffolds.
Health benefits of ethnic fermented foods Dushica Santa, Melanie Huch, Dominic A. Stoll, Hülya Cunedioglu, Reimo Priidik, Barçın Karakaş-Budak, Antonia Matalas, Vincenzo Pennone, Aiswarya Girija, Elena Arranz, Michail Syrpas, Arghya Mukherjee, Paul D. Cotter, Sandra Mojsova, Christophe Chassard, Smilja Praćer, Guy Vergères, Mary-Liis Kütt Frontiers in Nutrition, 2025 Food science and technology have evolved to enhance food availability, nutrition, safety, and marketability, addressing global challenges such as hunger and malnutrition. However, projections indicate that by 2030, over 670 million people may face hunger, emphasizing the need for innovative and sustainable solutions. Ethnic fermented foods (EFF) originate from the heritage and culture of various ethnic groups who utilize their ethnomicrobiological knowledge of fermentation with local plant- or animal-based ingredients. EFF provide a promising approach to promote a healthier, sustainable, and more inclusive global food system. They are also traditionally produced by combining local ingredients with artisanal practices. However, urbanization and changes in eating habits threaten the preservation of EFF and the associated native microorganisms that are essential for their production. This research systematically examines health-related endpoints reported in human clinical studies of EFF. While some EFF such as natto, kimchi, and tempeh, originating from Asia have gained global recognition and consumption, multiple others remain unknown and understudied. This comprehensive narrative review aims to identify the potential health benefits associated with these foods. A systematic search in PubMed, Scopus, and the Cochrane Library Central initially resulted in 3,488 entries, which were narrowed down to 125 reports fulfilling the selection criteria defined to identify human studies investigating the functionality of EFF. CADIMA software was used to manage and select references. Data synthesis focused on clinical indications, offering valuable insights into health benefits of EFF, such as gut health, immune modulation, metabolic benefit, cognitive function, cardiovascular, bone, oral, eye, skin health and antimicrobial effect. This systematic narrative review highlights the importance of EFF in improving health, emphasizing their role in sustainable food systems, and underscoring the importance of preserving traditional practices.Systematic review registrationhttps://osf.io/hnksr/.
Antimicrobial Properties and Cytotoxicity of LL-37-Derived Synthetic Peptides to Treat Orthopedic Infections Vincenzo Pennone, Elisa Angelini, David Sarlah, Arianna B. Lovati Antibiotics, 2024 Open fractures and prosthetic joints are prone to bacterial infections, especially those involving biofilms, and are worsened by antibiotic inefficacy and resistance. This highlights the need for targeted treatments against orthopedic infections. LL-37, a human cathelicidin, is known for its antimicrobial properties. This study aimed to synthesize and evaluate LL-37-derived antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) for antibacterial efficacy and toxicity. Several truncated LL-37 analogues were created and tested against 18 bacterial strains, both ATCC and orthopedic clinical isolates, using MIC and MBC assays. Synergy with antibiotics and resistance development were also analyzed, alongside cytotoxicity on NIH-3T3 fibroblasts and hemolytic activity assessments. Six AMPs were synthesized, with FK-16 and GF-17 emerging as the most effective. The MIC values ranged from 4.69 to 18.75 µg/mL and 2.34 to 18.75 µg/mL, respectively, against S. epidermidis and S. aureus, with the MBC values matching the MIC values. Cytotoxicity tests showed no toxicity at concentrations below 75 µg/mL for GF-17 and 150 µg/mL for FK-16. Hemolytic activity was below 1% at 18.75 µg/mL for GF-17 and 75 µg/mL for FK-16. These AMPs showed no synergistic effects with antibiotics and no resistance development. FK-16 and GF-17 effectively removed biofilms, particularly against S. epidermidis. Incorporating these AMPs into surgical materials (hydrogels, cements, etc.) could enhance infection control in orthopedic procedures, warranting further in vivo studies.
Revolutionizing orthopedic healthcare: a systematic review unveiling recombinant antimicrobial peptides Vincenzo Pennone, Elena Rosini, Elena Mascheroni, Silvia Gianola, Greta Castellini, Silvia Bargeri, Arianna B. Lovati Frontiers in Microbiology, 2024 The increasing demand for orthopedic surgeries, including joint replacements, is driven by an aging population and improved diagnosis of joint conditions. Orthopedic surgeries carry a risk of infection, especially in patients with comorbidities. The rise of antibiotic resistance exacerbates this issue, necessitating alternatives like in vitro bioengineered antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), offering broad-spectrum activity and multiple action mechanisms. This review aimed to assess the prevalence of antimicrobial potential and the yield after purification among recombinant AMP families. The antimicrobial potential was evaluated using the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) values against the most common bacteria involved in clinical infections. This systematic review adhered to PRISMA guidelines, focusing on in vitro studies of recombinant AMPs. The search strategy was run on PubMed, Scopus and Embase up to 30th March 2023. The Population, Exposure and Outcome model was used to extract the data from studies and ToxRTool for the risk of bias analysis. This review included studies providing peptide production yield data and MIC values against pathogenic bacteria. Non-English texts, reviews, conference abstracts, books, studies focusing solely on chemical synthesis, those reporting incomplete data sets, using non-standard MIC assessment methods, or presenting MIC values as ranges rather than precise concentrations, were excluded. From 370 publications, 34 studies on AMPs were analyzed. These covered 46 AMPs across 18 families, with Defensins and Hepcidins being most common. Yields varied from 0.5 to 2,700 mg/L. AMPs were tested against 23 bacterial genera, with MIC values ranging from 0.125 to >1,152 μg/mL. Arenicins showed the highest antimicrobial activity, particularly against common orthopedic infection pathogens. However, AMP production yields varied and some AMPs demonstrated limited effectiveness against certain bacterial strains. This systematic review emphasizes the critical role of bioengineered AMPs to cope infections and antibiotic resistance. It meticulously evaluates recombinant AMPs, focusing on their antimicrobial efficacy and production yields. The review highlights that, despite the variability in AMP yields and effectiveness, Arenicins and Defensins are promising candidates for future research and clinical applications in treating antibiotic-resistant orthopedic infections. This study contributes significantly to the understanding of AMPs in healthcare, underscoring their potential in addressing the growing challenge of antibiotic resistance.Systematic review registration:https://osf.io/2uq4c/.
Association between the Presence of Resistance Genes and Sanitiser Resistance of Listeria monocytogenes Isolates Recovered from Different Food-Processing Facilities Yue Cheng, Zeinabossadat Ebrahimzadeh Mousavi, Vincenzo Pennone, Daniel Hurley, Francis Butler Microorganisms, 2023 Sanitisers are widely used in cleaning food-processing facilities, but their continued use may cause an increased resistance of pathogenic bacteria. Several genes have been attributed to the increased sanitiser resistance ability of L. monocytogenes. This study determined the presence of sanitiser resistance genes in Irish-sourced L. monocytogenes isolates and explored the association with phenotypic sanitiser resistance. The presence of three genes associated with sanitiser resistance and a three-gene cassette (mdrL, qacH, emrE, bcrABC) were determined in 150 L. monocytogenes isolates collected from Irish food-processing facilities. A total of 23 isolates contained bcrABC, 42 isolates contained qacH, one isolate contained emrE, and all isolates contained mdrL. Additionally, 47 isolates were selected and grouped according to the number and type of resistance genes, and the minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) of these isolates for benzalkonium chloride (BAC) was determined experimentally using the broth microdilution method. The BAC resistance of the strain carrying the bcrABC gene cassette was significantly higher than that of strains lacking the gene cassette, and the BAC resistance of the strain carrying the qacH gene was significantly higher than that of strains lacking the qacH gene (p < 0.05). Isolates harbouring both the qacH and bcrABC genes did not show higher BAC resistance. With respect to environmental factors, there was no significant difference in MIC values for isolates recovered from different processing facilities. In summary, this investigation highlights the prevalence of specific sanitiser resistance genes in L. monocytogenes isolates from Irish food-processing settings. While certain genes correlated with increased resistance to benzalkonium chloride, the combination of multiple genes did not necessarily amplify this resistance.
Diversity of the Microbiota of Traditional Izmir Tulum and Izmir Brined Tulum Cheeses and Selection of Potential Probiotics Ziba Güley, Vincenzo Fallico, Raul Cabrera-Rubio, Daniel O’Sullivan, Mariarosaria Marotta, Vincenzo Pennone, Sandra Smith, Tom Beresford Foods, 2023 High-throughput DNA sequencing (HTS) was used to study the microbial diversity of commercial traditional Izmir Tulum (IT) and Izmir Brined Tulum (IBT) cheeses from Izmir, Türkiye. Simultaneously, cultivation-dependent methods were used to isolate, identify and characterize bacterial strains displaying probiotic potential. At the phylum level, Firmicutes dominated the microbiota of both cheese types comprising >98% of the population. Thirty genera were observed, with Streptococcus being the most abundant genus and with Streptococcus thermophilus and S. infantarius subsp. infantarius being the most abundant species. Genera, including Bifidobacterium and Chryseobacterium, not previously associated with IT and IBT, were detected. IT cheeses displayed higher operational taxonomic units (OTUs; Richness) and diversity index (Simpson) than IBT cheeses; however, the difference between the diversity of the microbiota of IT and IBT cheese samples was not significant. Three Lacticaseibacillus paracasei strains isolated from IBT cheeses exhibited probiotic characteristics, which included capacity to survive under in vitro simulated gastrointestinal conditions, resistance to bile salts and potential to adhere to HT-29 human intestinal cells. These findings demonstrate that Tulum cheeses harbor bacterial genera not previously reported in this cheese and that some strains display probiotic characteristics.
Association of Virulence, Biofilm, and Antimicrobial Resistance Genes with Specific Clonal Complex Types of Listeria monocytogenes Peter Myintzaw, Vincenzo Pennone, Olivia McAuliffe, Máire Begley, Michael Callanan Microorganisms, 2023 Precise classification of foodborne pathogen Listeria monocytogenes is a necessity in efficient foodborne disease surveillance, outbreak detection, and source tracking throughout the food chain. In this study, a total of 150 L. monocytogenes isolates from various food products, food processing environments, and clinical sources were investigated for variations in virulence, biofilm formation, and the presence of antimicrobial resistance genes based on their Whole-Genome Sequences. Clonal complex (CC) determination based on Multi-Locus Sequence Typing (MLST) revealed twenty-eight CC-types including eight isolates representing novel CC-types. The eight isolates comprising the novel CC-types share the majority of the known (cold and acid) stress tolerance genes and are all genetic lineage II, serogroup 1/2a-3a. Pan-genome-wide association analysis by Scoary using Fisher’s exact test identified eleven genes specifically associated with clinical isolates. Screening for the presence of antimicrobial and virulence genes using the ABRicate tool uncovered variations in the presence of Listeria Pathogenicity Islands (LIPIs) and other known virulence genes. Specifically, the distributions of actA, ecbA, inlF, inlJ, lapB, LIPI-3, and vip genes across isolates were found to be significantly CC-dependent while the presence of ami, inlF, inlJ, and LIPI-3 was associated with clinical isolates specifically. In addition, Roary-derived phylogenetic grouping based on Antimicrobial-Resistant Genes (AMRs) revealed that the thiol transferase (FosX) gene was present in all lineage I isolates, and the presence of the lincomycin resistance ABC-F-type ribosomal protection protein (lmo0919_fam) was also genetic-lineage-dependent. More importantly, the genes found to be specific to CC-type were consistent when a validation analysis was performed with fully assembled, high-quality complete L. monocytogenes genome sequences (n = 247) extracted from the National Centre for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) microbial genomes database. This work highlights the usefulness of MLST-based CC typing using the Whole-Genome Sequence as a tool in classifying isolates.
Preclinical Tumorigenicity Study of an Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product for Diffuse Cartilage Lesions in an Osteoarthritic Environment A Colombini, V Raffo, V Pennone, K Mareschi, L Labanca, L Mangiavini, ... Cells 15 (5), 429 , 2026 2026
Health benefits of ethnic fermented foods D Santa, M Huch, DA Stoll, H Cunedioglu, R Priidik, B Karakaş-Budak, ... Frontiers in Nutrition 12, 1677478 , 2025 2025 Citations: 9
Draft genome of Staphylococcus epidermidis clinical isolate OGSA-Sep-145 from an implant-related spinal infection V Pennone, M Briguglio, E De Vecchi, R Cecchinato, AB Lovati Microbiology Resource Announcements 14 (8), e00416-25 , 2025 2025
Development of Silk Fibroin-Based Sponges Loaded with LL-37-Derived Peptides for the Control of Orthopedic Infections V Pennone, G Meogrossi, G Carenzi, D Sarlah, M Biagiotti, AB Lovati International journal of molecular sciences 26 (16), 7775 , 2025 2025
GutMicrobiotAware: an international exploratory survey on awareness and understanding of the gut microbiota E Garcia-Gutierrez, S Arbulu, C Oliver, S Kumar, SA Dam, B Jakobi, ... Frontiers in Microbiology 16, 1643257 , 2025 2025
Health effects of ethnic fermented foods D Santa, ML Kütt, E Arranz, V Capozzi, H Cunedioglu, A Girija, M Huch, ... 2025
Gut MicrobiotAware: how much do we know about gut microbiota? An international questionnaire E Garcia-Gutierrez, S Arbulu, C Oliver, S Kumar, SA Dam, B Jakobi, ... bioRxiv, 2024.12. 04.626811 , 2024 2024
Antimicrobial properties and cytotoxicity of LL-37-Derived synthetic peptides to treat orthopedic infections V Pennone, E Angelini, D Sarlah, AB Lovati Antibiotics 13 (8), 764 , 2024 2024 Citations: 15
Exploiting different strategies for the recombinant production of antimicrobial peptides E Mascheroni, V Pennone, AB Lovati, E Rosini FEBS OPEN BIO 14, 224-224 , 2024 2024
Revolutionizing orthopedic healthcare: A systematic review unveiling recombinant antimicrobial peptides V Pennone, E Rosini, E Mascheroni, S Gianola, G Castellini, S Bargeri, ... Frontiers in Microbiology 15, 1370826 , 2024 2024 Citations: 8
Health effects of ethnic fermented foods-A Systematic Narrative Review D Stoll, D Paveljšek, S Todorovic, B Karakaş-Budak, M Huch, R Priidik, ... 2024
Association between the Presence of Resistance Genes and Sanitiser Resistance of Listeria monocytogenes Isolates Recovered from Different Food-Processing … Y Cheng, ZE Mousavi, V Pennone, D Hurley, F Butler Microorganisms 11 (12), 2989 , 2023 2023 Citations: 7
Diversity of the microbiota of traditional Izmir Tulum and Izmir brined Tulum cheeses and selection of potential probiotics Z Güley, V Fallico, R Cabrera-Rubio, D O’Sullivan, M Marotta, V Pennone, ... Foods 12 (18), 3482 , 2023 2023 Citations: 9
Association of Virulence, Biofilm, and Antimicrobial Resistance Genes with Specific Clonal Complex Types of Listeria monocytogenes P Myintzaw, V Pennone, O McAuliffe, M Begley, M Callanan Microorganisms 11 (6), 1603 , 2023 2023 Citations: 28
Variability in Cold Tolerance of Food and Clinical Isolates. P Myintzaw, V Pennone, O McAuliffe, M Begley, M Callanan 2022
Variability in Cold Tolerance of Food and Clinical Listeria monocytogenes Isolates P Myintzaw, V Pennone, O McAuliffe, M Begley, M Callanan Microorganisms 11 (1), 65 , 2022 2022 Citations: 10
Antimicrobial Resistance Genes Analysis of Publicly Available Staphylococcus aureus Genomes V Pennone, M Prieto, A Álvarez-Ordóñez, JF Cobo-Diaz Antibiotics 11 (11), 1632 , 2022 2022 Citations: 27
Correlation of organic acid tolerance and genotypic characteristics of Listeria monocytogenes food and clinical isolates P Myintzaw, V Pennone, O McAuliffe, M Begley, M Callanan Food microbiology 104, 104004 , 2022 2022 Citations: 13
Integration of genomics in surveillance and risk assessment for outbreak investigation V Pennone, JF Cobo‐Díaz, M Prieto‐Maradona, A Álvarez‐Ordóñez EFSA Journal 20, e200417 , 2022 2022 Citations: 5
Inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes by Phage Lytic Enzymes Displayed on Tailored Bionanoparticles E Stone, V Pennone, K Reilly, IR Grant, K Campbell, E Altermann, ... Foods 11 (6), 854 , 2022 2022 Citations: 13
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Listeria monocytogenes in the Food Processing Environment K Jordan, K Hunt, A Lourenco, V Pennone Current Clinical Microbiology Reports , 2018 2018 Citations: 77
Inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes biofilms by bacteriocin‐producing bacteria isolated from mushroom substrate AS Bolocan, V Pennone, PM O'Connor, A Coffey, AI Nicolau, O McAuliffe, ... Journal of applied microbiology 122 (1), 279-293 , 2017 2017 Citations: 64
Inhibition of L. monocytogenes Biofilm Formation by the Amidase Domain of the Phage vB_LmoS_293 Endolysin V Pennone, M Sanz-Gaitero, P O’Connor, A Coffey, K Jordan, ... Viruses 11 (8), 722 , 2019 2019 Citations: 48
Diversity of Listeria monocytogenes strains isolated from Agaricus bisporus mushroom production V Pennone, A Lehardy, A Coffey, O Mcauliffe, K Jordan Journal of applied microbiology 125 (2), 586-595 , 2018 2018 Citations: 43
Evaluation of lactic acid bacteria strains isolated from fructose-rich environments for their mannitol-production and milk-gelation abilities PV Behare, S Mazhar, V Pennone, O McAuliffe Journal of dairy science 103 (12), 11138-11151 , 2020 2020 Citations: 32
Association of Virulence, Biofilm, and Antimicrobial Resistance Genes with Specific Clonal Complex Types of Listeria monocytogenes P Myintzaw, V Pennone, O McAuliffe, M Begley, M Callanan Microorganisms 11 (6), 1603 , 2023 2023 Citations: 28
Antimicrobial Resistance Genes Analysis of Publicly Available Staphylococcus aureus Genomes V Pennone, M Prieto, A Álvarez-Ordóñez, JF Cobo-Diaz Antibiotics 11 (11), 1632 , 2022 2022 Citations: 27
Prevalence, virulence characterization, and genetic relatedness of Listeria monocytogenes isolated from chicken retail points and poultry slaughterhouses in Turkey A Coban, V Pennone, M Sudagidan, C Molva, K Jordan, A Aydin Brazilian Journal of Microbiology 50 (4), 1063-1073 , 2019 2019 Citations: 26
Prevalence and persistence of Listeria monocytogenes in premises and products of small food business operators in Northern Ireland NC Robert H. Madden, Mike Hutchison, Kieran Jordan, Vincenzo Pennone, Ozan ... Food Control 87, 70-78 , 2018 2018 Citations: 26
Application of genomics and metagenomics to improve food safety based on an enhanced characterisation of antimicrobial resistance V Pennone, JF Cobo-Díaz, M Prieto, A Alvarez-Ordóñez Current Opinion in Food Science 43, 183-188 , 2022 2022 Citations: 23
Effectiveness of current hygiene practices on minimization of Listeria monocytogenes in different mushroom production‐related environments V Pennone, KL Dygico, A Coffey, CGM Gahan, H Grogan, O McAuliffe, ... Food Science & Nutrition 8 (7), 3456-3468 , 2020 2020 Citations: 22
Antimicrobial properties and cytotoxicity of LL-37-Derived synthetic peptides to treat orthopedic infections V Pennone, E Angelini, D Sarlah, AB Lovati Antibiotics 13 (8), 764 , 2024 2024 Citations: 15
Correlation of organic acid tolerance and genotypic characteristics of Listeria monocytogenes food and clinical isolates P Myintzaw, V Pennone, O McAuliffe, M Begley, M Callanan Food microbiology 104, 104004 , 2022 2022 Citations: 13
Inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes by Phage Lytic Enzymes Displayed on Tailored Bionanoparticles E Stone, V Pennone, K Reilly, IR Grant, K Campbell, E Altermann, ... Foods 11 (6), 854 , 2022 2022 Citations: 13
Omnibus Modeling of Listeria monocytogenes Growth Rates at Low Temperatures V Pennone, UG Barron, K Hunt, V Cadavez, O McAuliffe, F Butler Foods 10 (5), 1099 , 2021 2021 Citations: 13
Variability in Cold Tolerance of Food and Clinical Listeria monocytogenes Isolates P Myintzaw, V Pennone, O McAuliffe, M Begley, M Callanan Microorganisms 11 (1), 65 , 2022 2022 Citations: 10
Health benefits of ethnic fermented foods D Santa, M Huch, DA Stoll, H Cunedioglu, R Priidik, B Karakaş-Budak, ... Frontiers in Nutrition 12, 1677478 , 2025 2025 Citations: 9
Diversity of the microbiota of traditional Izmir Tulum and Izmir brined Tulum cheeses and selection of potential probiotics Z Güley, V Fallico, R Cabrera-Rubio, D O’Sullivan, M Marotta, V Pennone, ... Foods 12 (18), 3482 , 2023 2023 Citations: 9
Revolutionizing orthopedic healthcare: A systematic review unveiling recombinant antimicrobial peptides V Pennone, E Rosini, E Mascheroni, S Gianola, G Castellini, S Bargeri, ... Frontiers in Microbiology 15, 1370826 , 2024 2024 Citations: 8
Association between the Presence of Resistance Genes and Sanitiser Resistance of Listeria monocytogenes Isolates Recovered from Different Food-Processing … Y Cheng, ZE Mousavi, V Pennone, D Hurley, F Butler Microorganisms 11 (12), 2989 , 2023 2023 Citations: 7
