Valentina Baccolini
Biographic Data
| ID | 7875326 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Valentina Baccolini |
| GIVEN NAMES | Valentina |
| FAMILY NAME | Baccolini |
| SIGNATURE | BACCOLINI V |
| AFFILIATIONS | Sapienza University of Rome |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-7873-7817 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 13 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 13 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2020 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Measuring the health benefits of genome and exome sequencing
Introduction: Genome sequencing (GS) and exome sequencing (ES) technologies have gained increasing attention in health economics for evaluating their clinical and public health introduction, but their complexity challenges traditional methods. This systematic review aimed to investigate and discuss full economic evaluations (EEs) of GS and ES in relation to health outcomes, with a focus on methodological issues. Methods: A systematic search of se…
The current stage of Italy in the implementation of genomics into the National Healthcare System
Introduction: Genomics holds significant promise for prevention and clinical care yet integrating it into the national healthcare system (NHS) requires considerable system-wide changes. This study assessed the current stage of Italy in the use of genomics, to map critical areas for improvement and contribute to a strategic plan. Methods: A total of 18 experts rated individually the level of maturity of the Italian NHS on a scale from 1 (lowest) t…
Decline in academic performance and mental health during the Covid-19 pandemic
Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges to the education system, leading to changes in student academic performance and mental health. The aim of this study was to evaluate variables relating to changes in academic performance and mental health during the pandemic. Methods: We carried out a cross-sectional study from 28 February 2022 to 13 April 2022, during the free SARS-CoV-2 screening campaign offered by Sapienza U…
Public health genomics research in Italy
Public health genomics (PHG) aims to integrate advances in genomic sciences into healthcare for the benefit of the general population. As in many countries, there are various research initiatives in this field in Italy, but a clear picture of the national research portfolio has never been sketched. Thus, we aimed to provide an overview of current PHG research projects at the national or international level by consultation with Italian institution…
Mental health of medical students belonging to sexual minorities
The other side of Covid-19
The levels of PTSD symptoms and anxiety among nurses were high during the pandemic. PTSD and GAD represent a public health problem that should be addressed in the post-pandemic period. Healthcare organizations need to activate specific support and rehabilitation networks and programs for healthcare professionals employed during the COVID-19 pandemic
Early Warning Systems for Emerging Profiles of Antimicrobial Resistance in Italy
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) national surveillance systems in Italy lack alert systems for timely detection of emerging profiles of AMR with potential relevance to public health. Furthermore, the existence of early warning systems (EWS) at subnational level is unclear. This study aims at mapping and characterizing EWS for microbiological threats available at regional level in Italy, focusing on emerging AMR, and at outlining potential barriers …
Managing the introduction of genomic applications into the National Health Service
In recent years, the rapid proliferation of genomic tests for use in clinical practice has prompted healthcare systems to use a health technology assessment (HTA) approach to distinguish valuable from unwarranted applications. In this study, we narratively review the Italian HTA mechanisms for medical devices (MDs), both at the national and regional levels, and discuss the opportunity and benefits of extending them to genomic technologies, for wh…
Prevalence of Sars-CoV-2 infection and associated risk factors
Background: To safely resume in-person activities during the COVID-19 pandemic, Sapienza University of Rome implemented rigorous infection prevention and control measures, a successful communication campaign and a free SARS-CoV-2 testing program. In this study, we describe the University's experience in carrying out such a program in the context of the COVID-19 response and identify risk factors for infection. Methods: Having identified resources…
Predictors of Sars-CoV-2 Infection in University Students
Closure of Higher Education Institutions in the early phase of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic was largely diffused. With their reopening, numerous preventive measures have been enacted, but limited evidence exists on students' behavior that could influence their infection risk. We conducted a case-control study at the Sapienza University of Rome to identify protective and risk factors for SARS-CoV-2 infection. Students attending the campus within 48 h o…
Job Satisfaction Among Employees After a Merger
Job satisfaction plays an important role in healthcare organization and management; it is critical for maintaining and improving staff efficiency and consequently the quality of care provided. Organizational restructuring processes, including mergers, are likely to affect job satisfaction levels, but evidence of the impact they have is surprisingly scarce. The aim of the study was to describe a methodology used to measure job satisfaction of the …
Time to Align
In this paper, we updated our 2018 systematic review aimed to identify and compare ad hoc designed frameworks for genetic testing evaluation. Overall, we identified 30 frameworks (29 in the first systematic review and one in the update): they were mainly based on the ACCE model, whereas a minority were adjustments of the more traditional Health Technology Assessment (HTA) approach. After discussing the strengths and weaknesses of the retrieved fr…
Sustainable Development Goals and 2030 Agenda
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 2030 Agenda represent global development programs. This survey aims to assess awareness, knowledge and attitudes towards SDGs and sustainability among first-year students in nine Italian Universities. A Likert scale-based online questionnaire of 70 items was compiled by students from March to July 2019. It examined knowledge and expectations referred to sustainable development concepts, indicators and docu…
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Sustainable Development Goals and 2030 Agenda
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 2030 Agenda represent global development programs. This survey aims to assess awareness, knowledge and attitudes towards SDGs and sustainability among first-year students in nine Italian Universities. A Likert scale-based online questionnaire of 70 items was compiled by students from March to July 2019. It examined knowledge and expectations referred to sustainable development concepts, indicators and docu…
Job Satisfaction Among Employees After a Merger
Job satisfaction plays an important role in healthcare organization and management; it is critical for maintaining and improving staff efficiency and consequently the quality of care provided. Organizational restructuring processes, including mergers, are likely to affect job satisfaction levels, but evidence of the impact they have is surprisingly scarce. The aim of the study was to describe a methodology used to measure job satisfaction of the …
Time to Align
In this paper, we updated our 2018 systematic review aimed to identify and compare ad hoc designed frameworks for genetic testing evaluation. Overall, we identified 30 frameworks (29 in the first systematic review and one in the update): they were mainly based on the ACCE model, whereas a minority were adjustments of the more traditional Health Technology Assessment (HTA) approach. After discussing the strengths and weaknesses of the retrieved fr…
Managing the introduction of genomic applications into the National Health Service
In recent years, the rapid proliferation of genomic tests for use in clinical practice has prompted healthcare systems to use a health technology assessment (HTA) approach to distinguish valuable from unwarranted applications. In this study, we narratively review the Italian HTA mechanisms for medical devices (MDs), both at the national and regional levels, and discuss the opportunity and benefits of extending them to genomic technologies, for wh…
Prevalence of Sars-CoV-2 infection and associated risk factors
Background: To safely resume in-person activities during the COVID-19 pandemic, Sapienza University of Rome implemented rigorous infection prevention and control measures, a successful communication campaign and a free SARS-CoV-2 testing program. In this study, we describe the University's experience in carrying out such a program in the context of the COVID-19 response and identify risk factors for infection. Methods: Having identified resources…
Predictors of Sars-CoV-2 Infection in University Students
Closure of Higher Education Institutions in the early phase of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic was largely diffused. With their reopening, numerous preventive measures have been enacted, but limited evidence exists on students' behavior that could influence their infection risk. We conducted a case-control study at the Sapienza University of Rome to identify protective and risk factors for SARS-CoV-2 infection. Students attending the campus within 48 h o…
Mental health of medical students belonging to sexual minorities
The other side of Covid-19
The levels of PTSD symptoms and anxiety among nurses were high during the pandemic. PTSD and GAD represent a public health problem that should be addressed in the post-pandemic period. Healthcare organizations need to activate specific support and rehabilitation networks and programs for healthcare professionals employed during the COVID-19 pandemic
Early Warning Systems for Emerging Profiles of Antimicrobial Resistance in Italy
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) national surveillance systems in Italy lack alert systems for timely detection of emerging profiles of AMR with potential relevance to public health. Furthermore, the existence of early warning systems (EWS) at subnational level is unclear. This study aims at mapping and characterizing EWS for microbiological threats available at regional level in Italy, focusing on emerging AMR, and at outlining potential barriers …
Decline in academic performance and mental health during the Covid-19 pandemic
Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has posed significant challenges to the education system, leading to changes in student academic performance and mental health. The aim of this study was to evaluate variables relating to changes in academic performance and mental health during the pandemic. Methods: We carried out a cross-sectional study from 28 February 2022 to 13 April 2022, during the free SARS-CoV-2 screening campaign offered by Sapienza U…
Public health genomics research in Italy
Public health genomics (PHG) aims to integrate advances in genomic sciences into healthcare for the benefit of the general population. As in many countries, there are various research initiatives in this field in Italy, but a clear picture of the national research portfolio has never been sketched. Thus, we aimed to provide an overview of current PHG research projects at the national or international level by consultation with Italian institution…
The current stage of Italy in the implementation of genomics into the National Healthcare System
Introduction: Genomics holds significant promise for prevention and clinical care yet integrating it into the national healthcare system (NHS) requires considerable system-wide changes. This study assessed the current stage of Italy in the use of genomics, to map critical areas for improvement and contribute to a strategic plan. Methods: A total of 18 experts rated individually the level of maturity of the Italian NHS on a scale from 1 (lowest) t…
Measuring the health benefits of genome and exome sequencing
Introduction: Genome sequencing (GS) and exome sequencing (ES) technologies have gained increasing attention in health economics for evaluating their clinical and public health introduction, but their complexity challenges traditional methods. This systematic review aimed to investigate and discuss full economic evaluations (EEs) of GS and ES in relation to health outcomes, with a focus on methodological issues. Methods: A systematic search of se…
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