Prof. Dr. Felipe Masiero Salvarani | Wildlife Health | Wildlife Advocacy Award
Professor at Universidade Federal do Pará, Brazil
Dr. Felipe Masiero Salvarani is a highly accomplished researcher in the field of veterinary preventive medicine, with extensive work on clostridial infections in animals and translational research applicable to public and environmental health. His academic honors, leadership in research, and contributions to scientific literature underscore his capability to influence animal and ecosystem health. Although his core work is not directly centered on wildlife species, it contributes significantly to the broader One Health framework, which is integral to wildlife preservation efforts.
Professional Profiles
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Education
Felipe Masiero Salvarani holds a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Animal Science from the Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), obtained , with research focused on enteric clostridia in neonatal piglets and the development of an experimental vaccine. His doctoral work emphasized pathogens like Clostridium perfringens and Clostridium difficile. Prior to that, he earned a Master’s degree in Animal Science from UFMG, where he specialized in the standardization of toxoid potency tests for Clostridium septicum using continuous cell lines. Salvarani completed his undergraduate degree in Veterinary Medicine at UFMG between, building a strong foundation in veterinary preventive medicine and infectious animal diseases.
Experience
Dr. Salvarani is currently affiliated with the Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPA), where he works at the Instituto de Medicina Veterinária in Castanhal, Pará. Over the years, he has developed significant academic and scientific contributions through his role as professor, researcher, and mentor. He has been repeatedly honored as a Paraninfo (patron) of graduating veterinary classes at UFPA, reflecting his strong student rapport and mentorship. His editorial contributions include serving as Guest Editor and Editor of Research Topics for journals under the MDPI Group, such as Veterinary Sciences and Animals, demonstrating his leadership in scientific communication.
Award and Honor
Dr. Salvarani has received numerous accolades for his scientific and academic excellence. These include the CAPES Thesis Award in Biotechnology, best paper awards at veterinary symposia, and several honorable mentions from UFMG’s Undergraduate Scientific Research Weeks. He has also been consistently recognized for his academic leadership through student-nominated honors, including Paraninfo and class naming ceremonies at UFPA. In recent years, he has been appointed editorial positions with MDPI journals, highlighting his growing influence in international veterinary science discourse. Notably, his research presentations have earned top positions at national conferences such as ABRAVES and ENPOS, underlining the practical relevance and innovation in his work.
Research Focus
His primary research interests center around the diagnosis, pathogenesis, and prevention of infectious diseases in animals, especially those caused by Clostridium species. He has conducted extensive studies on C. perfringens, C. septicum, and C. difficile, focusing on both swine and bovine infectious diseases. His work has involved experimental vaccine trials, pathogen profiling, and evaluation of sanitary programs, contributing significantly to the field of animal biotechnology and preventive veterinary medicine.
Research Skill
Dr. Salvarani brings a comprehensive skill set in veterinary preventive medicine, especially in the areas of infectious and parasitic animal diseases. His technical expertise includes vaccine development, toxin neutralization assays, cell culture techniques, and diagnostic microbiology. He is also experienced in academic publishing, research coordination, and student mentoring. Linguistically, he is proficient in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, with strong competencies in reading, writing, and oral communication.
Publication Top Notes
Title: Clostridioides difficile in Animal Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A One Health Perspective on Emerging Zoonotic Threats
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Journal: Microorganisms
Year: 2025
Title: Is It Possible to Access the Uterus of Sheep by Endoscopy: Studies of Vaginoscopy and Hysteroscopy with Transcervical Uterine Access in Sheep
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Journal: Life
Year: 2025
Title: Heavy Metal Poisoning and Its Impacts on the Conservation of Amazonian Parrots: An Interdisciplinary Review
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Title: Characterization of Papillomatous Lesions and Genetic Diversity of Bovine Papillomavirus from the Amazon Region
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Journal: Viruses
Year: 2025
Title: What to Expect from Brazil as a Nation Certified as Free from Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) Without Vaccination
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Title: The Importance of Studying Infectious and Parasitic Diseases of Wild Animals in the Amazon Biome with a Focus on One Health
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Title: Acute Fatal Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus in a Captive Adult Linnaeus’s Two-Toed Sloth (Choloepus didactylus) in Amazon Biome
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Journal: Animals
Year: 2024
Title: Clostridial Infections in Cattle: A Comprehensive Review with Emphasis on Current Data Gaps in Brazil
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Felipe Masiero Salvarani is a deserving candidate for the Research for Wildlife Advocacy Award, especially from a One Health and zoonosis-prevention lens. His research improves disease management in livestock, which indirectly reduces threats to wildlife and ecosystems. With some future engagement in direct wildlife health initiatives or policy-linked conservation actions, his profile would align even more strongly with wildlife advocacy goals. Nevertheless, his scientific leadership, commitment to animal health, and zoonotic research excellence position him as a valuable contributor to wildlife-related research and advocacy.