Dr. Marcello Lodato | Scientific Research | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Marcello Lodato | Scientific Research | Best Researcher Award | 3842

University of Bologna, Italy

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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits

Marcello Lodato’s journey into the world of medicine began with a strong academic foundation and an innate curiosity for human physiology and surgical sciences. Born on March 12, 1992, in Nocera Superiore, Italy, he pursued his early education at Liceo Scientifico Statale Andrea Genoino, where he developed a profound appreciation for science and analytical reasoning. This early academic environment nurtured his ambition to become a medical doctor. His natural aptitude for rigorous scientific study led him to the University of Salerno, where he enrolled in the prestigious Single Cycle Master’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery. Throughout his university years, he demonstrated a dedicated and methodical approach to learning, culminating in a well-regarded thesis titled “General Anesthesia with Intraoperative Awakening (GAIA): intraoperative evaluation of contralateral carotid occlusions”, under the supervision of Prof. Giancarlo Accarino. His graduation in July 2020, with a final grade of 106/110, marked the beginning of a promising clinical and academic trajectory.

🩺 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Lodato’s professional career has been characterized by depth, diligence, and a clear trajectory toward excellence in vascular surgery. After receiving his medical license in November 2020 and becoming a registered member of the Medical Council of Salerno, he began his residency in Vascular Surgery at the renowned Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna, one of Italy’s most respected medical institutions. Within the DIMEC Department at Policlinico Sant’Orsola-IRCCS, Dr. Lodato has been immersed in a comprehensive five-year training program designed to refine both his surgical precision and research methodology.

His clinical experience expanded further when he assumed the role of Urgent Care Physician at Umberto I Hospital in Lugo, serving in the Emergency Department from March 2023 to May 2025. Here, he honed his abilities in critical decision-making, rapid diagnostics, and interdisciplinary coordination. As of May 2025, Dr. Lodato has advanced to a prestigious consultant position in the Vascular Surgery Unit at Policlinico Sant’Orsola-Malpighi in Bologna—a clear testament to the recognition of his clinical acumen and leadership potential.

🧠 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Lodato’s early research contributions already point to a career rooted in innovation and evidence-based medicine. His thesis project, focusing on intraoperative evaluation techniques in patients with carotid occlusions, underscores a deep engagement with surgical safety and neurovascular integrity. This work, involving a remarkable 2,500 patient cases, signals a significant commitment to advancing clinical protocols and reducing perioperative risks. His academic background suggests a growing interest in refining surgical approaches in complex vascular conditions, with a long-term vision that likely includes integrating artificial intelligence and intraoperative monitoring technologies into standard surgical procedures.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Although Dr. Lodato is still in the early stages of his medical career, his professional journey already reflects the hallmarks of a high-achieving and respected clinician. His progression from medical student to visiting vascular surgery trainee, and then to resident and consultant roles, is itself a recognition of his capabilities. Being entrusted with consultant duties within such a prestigious teaching hospital prior to completing his residency reflects the confidence his mentors and peers place in his skills, judgment, and integrity.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Lodato’s influence, while still emerging, is poised to extend beyond the clinical walls of his current hospital. His ability to combine urgent care experience with high-level surgical training gives him a uniquely holistic view of patient care. As he continues to publish and participate in surgical forums, he is expected to contribute meaningfully to vascular surgery education, particularly in bridging emergency care and surgical management of vascular disease. His fluency in research communication and ability to translate complex medical concepts into practical protocols make him an ideal candidate for future leadership in Italy’s medical education or public health systems.

🕊️ Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Marcello Lodato is well-positioned to make lasting contributions to vascular surgery and clinical innovation in Italy and beyond. His academic and clinical trajectory suggests a future that may involve mentoring, leading multidisciplinary surgical teams, and participating in large-scale clinical trials. With Italy’s aging population and rising cardiovascular disease burden, his expertise in vascular diagnostics and intervention will be vital. Moreover, his grounding in both traditional surgical skills and forward-looking approaches hints at a future legacy marked by safer, more precise, and more compassionate surgical care.

As a physician, researcher, and lifelong learner, Dr. Lodato represents the future of integrated, patient-centered vascular surgery. He is a medical professional whose foundation in academic excellence, combined with real-world clinical strength, ensures that his journey is not just promising—it is impactful.

📝Notable Publications

T-branch by partial deployment technique in the endovascular repair of complex aortic and thoracoabdominal aneurysms with narrow or severe angulated para‑visceral aorta

Authors: Enrico Gallitto, Gianluca Faggioli, Marcello Lodato, Stefania Caputo, Antonio Cappiello, Antonino Di Leo, Rodolfo Pini, Andrea Vacirca, Eleonora Acquisti, Mauro Gargiulo
Journal: Journal of Vascular Surgery
Year: 2025

International Research Awards on leadership and Management | Award Winner 2023

 Congratulations Jeroen van den Bergh | Lifetime achievement Award | Winner 2023 

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Early Academic Pursuits

Jeroen C.J.M. van den Bergh's academic journey began with a strong foundation in econometrics, earning a Master's degree with a specialization in Operations Research from Tilburg University in 1988. Subsequently, he pursued a Ph.D. in Economics and Econometrics at the Free University of Amsterdam, completing his doctoral studies in December 1991 with a dissertation titled "Dynamic models for sustainable development."

Professional Endeavors

Van den Bergh has held several influential positions throughout his career. Notably, he has been an ICREA research professor at the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, since September 2007. Simultaneously, he has served as an Honorary Full Professor of Environmental and Resource Economics at VU University Amsterdam. His leadership roles include being the Research Director/Distinguished Researcher at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona since June 2017, where he heads the research group "Environmental & Climate Economics."

Contributions and Research Focus

Van den Bergh has made significant contributions to various fields, with a primary focus on environmental and resource economics, energy and climate economics, ecological economics, and evolutionary economics. His research has delved into spatial economics, exploring regional, transport, and urban economic dynamics. Noteworthy are his works on sustainability transitions, innovation studies, and the impact of climate change on human health.

Accolades and Recognition

His contributions have garnered widespread recognition. Notably, he was ranked 227 in the world's top climate scientists by Reuters in April 2021. He received the prestigious Beijer Fellowship from the Beijer Institute of Ecological Economics in Stockholm in February 2022. Additionally, van den Bergh holds the position of the highest-ranked social scientist from Spain on the Reuters Hot List.

Impact and Influence

Jeroen C.J.M. van den Bergh's impact extends beyond academia. He has been invited to advise the European Commission's Group of Chief Scientific Advisors on the energy transition in Europe. His advisory roles also include membership in the Grup d’Expertes i Experts d’Emergència Climàtica de Barcelona and the Climate-Crisis Policy Team in the Netherlands.

Legacy and Future Contributions

As a founding editor-in-chief of the journal Environmental Innovation and Societal Transitions, van den Bergh has played a crucial role in shaping discourse in his field. With a strong legacy in research, editorial services, and advisory roles, he continues to be a thought leader and influencer, contributing to the global understanding of environmental and economic challenges. His ongoing work in advisory boards and policy teams showcases a commitment to applying research insights for positive societal impact.

Notable Publication

Economic growth and emissions: reconsidering the empirical basis of environmental Kuznets curves

Ecological-economic analysis of wetlands: scientific integration for management and policy

Spatial sustainability, trade and indicators: an evaluation of the ‘ecological footprint’

Spatial sustainability, trade and indicators: an evaluation of the ‘ecological footprint’

Economic valuation of biodiversity: sense or nonsense?

Environment versus growth—A criticism of “degrowth” and a plea for “a-growth”

The GDP paradox

Environmental innovation and societal transitions: Introduction and overview

What explains public support for climate policies? A review of empirical and experimental studies

Strong versus weak sustainability: Economics, natural sciences, and consilience

An empirical multi-country analysis of the impact of environmental regulations on foreign trade flows

Willingness of homeowners to mitigate climate risk through insurance

Dependence of flood risk perceptions on socioeconomic and objective risk factors

Assessing the costs of natural hazards–state of the art and knowledge gaps

Carbon pricing in climate policy: seven reasons, complementary instruments, and political economy considerations

Ecological economics: themes, approaches, and differences with environmental economics

Values of natural and human‐made wetlands: A meta‐analysis

Insurance against climate change and flooding in the Netherlands: present, future, and comparison with other countries

Alternative models of individual behaviour and implications for environmental policy

 

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Environment versus growth—A criticism of “degrowth” and a plea for “a-growth”