Domenico Ribatti is a distinguished scholar and leading authority in human anatomy and vascular biology with an international reputation for excellence in medical research. Born in 1956, he currently serves as Full Professor of Human Anatomy at the University of Bari, where he has made significant contributions to medical education and research for several decades. His academic home is within the Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neuroscience, and Sensory Organs, where he has cultivated an internationally recognized research program focused on vascular development. Professor Ribatti's career has been characterized by a steadfast commitment to advancing anatomical sciences and their clinical applications through rigorous scientific inquiry.
Professor Ribatti's groundbreaking research on angiogenesis and anti-angiogenesis has fundamentally transformed our understanding of vascular development in both physiological and pathological contexts, particularly in cancer biology. With an impressive citation record exceeding 65,000 citations according to Google Scholar, his work has established him as a world leader in vascular morphogenesis and tumor angiogenesis research. His pioneering studies on in vitro and in vivo models of blood vessel formation have provided critical methodological frameworks that are now standard in the field. Ribatti's research has elucidated key mechanisms by which tumors develop their blood supply, opening new therapeutic avenues for cancer treatment through anti-angiogenic strategies that have influenced clinical practice worldwide.
Beyond his research achievements, Ribatti has exerted considerable influence through his extensive editorial work, having authored and edited seminal volumes including "In Vitro and in Vivo Models of Angiogenesis" and "Tumor Angiogenesis Assays: Methods and Protocols" that have become essential references for researchers globally. His 2008 Laurea Honoris Causa in Medicine and Pharmacy from the University of Timisoara recognized his exceptional contributions to medical science. Ribatti has further expanded his scholarly impact through authoritative texts such as "La cura del cancro nel Novecento" (2017) and "La buona medicina" (2020), which bridge historical perspectives with contemporary medical practice. As an active researcher and thought leader, he continues to investigate innovative approaches to vascular-related diseases while mentoring the next generation of scientists through his leadership at the University of Bari.
