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Corresponding member Violeta Velikova, DSc<\/h5>\n

Bldg. 21, Office 109
\nPhone: +359-2-9792683
\nE-mail: violet@bio21.bas.bg<\/a><\/p>\n

ORCID ID: 0000-0002-3058-919X<\/a>
\nResearcherID: AAE-3251-2021<\/a>
\nResearch Gate: Violeta Velikova<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

DSc. Violeta Velikova<\/strong> holds a professor position at the Institute of Plant Physiology and Genetics \u2013 Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.<\/p>\n

She has published 1<\/strong>26<\/strong> scientific research papers<\/strong>, with total impact factor<\/strong> of 324<\/strong>.9<\/strong>, total citations<\/strong> of 9246<\/strong> (Scopus), 8633<\/strong> (Web of Science Core collection) up to March 2025<\/strong>, and H-index of 35\/34<\/strong>\u00a0(Scopus\/Web of Science).<\/p>\n

Dr. Velikova has 33-year<\/strong> experience in studying photosynthesis and 25-year experience in investigating biogenic volatile organic compounds. Dr. Velikova studies the interaction between biosphere and atmosphere with emphasis on primary and secondary metabolism of plants under environmental constrains; the impact of changing climatic factors and anthropogenic pollution on photosynthetic productivity. Phenotypic differences between plant populations from contrasting environments for identification of putative stress-responsive metabolites and understanding mechanisms of plant adaptation to stress conditions are also studied. Innovative LED light technology is used to develop more sustainable plant genotypes with increased levels of natural secondary metabolites, which are an important raw material for the food and pharmaceutical industries. Research in the Velikova lab is also focused on the application of innovative agrotechnical substances (biostimulants based on plant protein hydrolysates) and nanomaterials (carbon nanotubes, biocompatible polymer nanoparticles and magnetite), their physiological effects and the possibilities for overcoming adverse abiotic factors.<\/p>\n

ON GOING RESEARCH<\/h2>\n

Physiological phenotyping. Primary and secondary plant metabolism under climate changes<\/p>\n

Sustainable plant development in changing environment<\/p>\n

EDUCATION<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n
2020<\/td>\nDSc, Institute of Plant Physiology and Genetics (IPPG), Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Bulgaria (BAS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1998<\/td>\nPhD in Plant Physiology, Institute of Plant Physiology (IPP), Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Bulgaria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1986<\/td>\nMSc in Ecophysiology, Department of Ecology, Biological Faculty, Sofia University „St. Kl. Ohridski“, Bulgaria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

CAREER\/EMPLOYMENT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
2024 \u2013 present<\/td>\nCorresponding member of Bulgarian Academy of Sciences<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2016 \u2013 present<\/td>\nLeader of the Laboratory of Photosynthesis \u2013 activity and regulation, IPPG, BAS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2014 \u2013 present<\/td>\nChairman of the Scientific Council, IPPG, BAS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2014 \u2013 2016<\/td>\nLeader of the Department of Photosynthesis, IPPG, BAS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2012 \u2013 present<\/td>\nProfessor, BAS \u2013 IPPG, Sofia, Bulgaria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2006 \u2013 2012<\/td>\nSenior Researcher, BAS \u2013 IPP, Sofia, Bulgaria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1999 \u2013 2006<\/td>\nAssistant Professor, BAS \u2013 IPP<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1988 \u2013 1998<\/td>\nResearch Assistant, BAS \u2013 IPP<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

FELLOWSHIPS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
05\/2012 \u2013 2014<\/td>\nAlexander von Humboldt fellowship (ID: 1140077), Institute of Biochemical Plant Pathology (BIOP), Helmholtz Zentrum M\u00fcnchen, Neuherberg, Germany (18 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
01\/2011 \u2013 12\/2011<\/td>\nEC – Marie Curie Industry-Academia Partnership and Pathways (IAPP) \u201cApplication of innovative PTR-TOF mass spectrometry in plant biology, environmental science and food\/food packaging\u201d (PTR-TOF) (project no. 218065), CNR \u2013 Institute of Agroenvironmental and Forest Biology, Monterotondo (Rome) and Institute of Plant Protection, Florence, Italy (12 months) (FP 7)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
05\/2009 \u2013 05\/2010<\/td>\nPostDoc position at CNR, Istituto di Biologia Agroambientale e Forestale (IBAF), Rome, Italy (12 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
01\/2009<\/td>\nACCENT \u201cAccess to infrastructures\u201d, Istituto di Biologia Agroambientale e Forestale, Monterotondo Scalo (Rome), Italy (1 month)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
07\/2008 \u2013 10\/2008<\/td>\nEuropean Science Foundation (ESF) \u2013 VOCBAS exchange grant – CNR, Istituto di Biologia Agroambientale e Forestale, Italy (4 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10\/2007 \u2013 12\/2007<\/td>\nEC – Marie Curie Research and Training Network \u201cEcological and physiological functions of biogenic isoprenoids and their impact on the environment\u201d (ISONET) (MRTN-CT-2003-504720) (3 months) (FP 6)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
09\/2006 \u2013 12\/2006<\/td>\nEuropean Science Foundation (ESF) \u2013 VOCBAS exchange grant – Lancaster University, Department of Environmental Science, Lancaster, United Kingdom (4 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
04\/2006 \u2013 06\/2006<\/td>\nACCENT \u201cAccess to infrastructures\u201d, Istituto di Biologia Agroambientale e Forestale, Monterotondo Scalo (Rome), Italy (3 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
01\/2004 \u2013 12\/2004<\/td>\nNATO Science Fellowship Programme \u2013 New University of Lisbon, Faculty of Science and Technology, Lisbon, Portugal (12 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
06\/2003 \u2013 11\/2003<\/td>\nCNR-NATO Outreach Fellowship – Istituto di Biochimica ed Ecofisiologia Vegetale del CNR, Roma, Italy (6 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10\/2002 \u2013 12\/2002<\/td>\nUniversity of Dundee, Biological Faculty, Scotland (2 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
07\/2002 \u2013 09\/2002<\/td>\nCNR-NATO Outreach Fellowship – Istituto di Biochimica ed Ecofisiologia Vegetale del CNR, Roma, Italy (3 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
05\/2001 \u2013 07\/2001<\/td>\nNATO fellowship – Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Faculty of Sciences, School of Biology, Department of Botany, Thessalonoki, Greece (2 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10\/2000 \u2013 03\/2001<\/td>\nCNR-NATO Outreach Fellowship – Istituto di Biochimica ed Ecofisiologia Vegetale del CNR, Roma, Italy (6 months)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

GRANTS<\/h2>\n

(PC = project coordinator)<\/p>\n

International<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
2018 \u2013 2023<\/td>\nESA contract \u21164000122781\/18\/NL\/SC \u201eDesign and development of Space Greenhouse Microgravity Specific ENvironment Simulating Equipment (SG \u00b5g-SENSE)\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2016 \u2013 2021<\/td>\nCOST Action CA15226 \u201cClimate-Smart Forestry in Mountain Regions\u201d (CLIMO) [Memorandum of understanding (MoU): Approval date: 26\/02\/2016; End of Action:25\/02\/2021]<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2015 \u2013 2017<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and Estonian University if Life Sciences, Tartu (Estonia) \u201cBiogenic volatile organic compounds and their function in plant adaptation to changing environment\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2012 \u2013 2016<\/td>\nForest, their Products and Services COST Action FP1204 \u201cGreen Infrastructure approach: linking environment with social aspects in studying and managing urban forests\u201d [Memorandum of understanding (MoU), CSO Approval date: 21\/11\/2012; End of Action:20\/11\/2016]<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2012 \u2013 2016<\/td>\n\u201cTeam 2011\u201d PAT – \u201cManipulation of volatile isoprenoids to improve plant performances against abiotic and biotic stresses\u201d (MAN-VIP) (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2011 \u2013 2015<\/td>\nEU-Environment project \u201cEffects of climate change on air pollution impacts and response strategies for European ecosystems\u201d (ECLAIRE)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2010 \u2013 2012<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and CNR (Italy) \u201cPhysiological role of biogenic isoprene against UV-B radiation stress\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2010 \u2013 2012<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and HAS (Hungary) \u201cRole of supramolecular organization of PSII – LHCII complex in isoprene emitting plants and its relation to thermoprotection\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2009 \u2013 2011<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and TUBITAK (Turkey) \u201cComparative study of valuable medicinal plants of Achillea millefolium<\/em> group: physiological and phytochemical approaches, and practical applications\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2007 \u2013 2009<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and CNR (Italy) \u201cEffect of phosphorus availability on the isoprene emission rate\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2006 \u2013 2008<\/td>\nNATO LST.CLG 982412 \u201cPlants from ultramafic sites as tools for remediation\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2006 \u2013 2008<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and TUBITAK (Turkey) \u201cDrought tolerance in cotton: a biochemical and physiological approach\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2004 \u2013 2007<\/td>\nNATO EAP.RIG.981279 \u201cEcophysiological effects of isoprene emission\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2004 \u2013 2006<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and CNR (Italy) \u201cPresent and future antioxidant action of plant isoprenoids\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2004 \u2013 2006<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and HAS (Hungary) \u201cRole of LHCII in the light harvesting and photoprotection\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2002 \u2013 2004<\/td>\nRoyal Society grant \u201cLight stress tolerance in plants acclimated to different low-temperature regimes: Role of polyamines\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2002 \u2013 2003<\/td>\nNATO LST.CLG 978838 \u201cPhysiological role of endogenous isoprene under different environmental stresses\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2000 \u2013 2003<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and TUBITAK (Turkey) \u201cReddening of cotton leaves: causes and biochemical mechanisms\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2000 \u2013 2003<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between BAS and HAS (Hungary) \u201cMechanisms of injury and acclimation of the photosynthetic apparatus and cell metabolism in pea plants under high temperature stress\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1999 \u2013 2000<\/td>\nNATO – LST.CLG 974973 \u201cLow temperature induced photoinhibition in bean plants: recovery and acclimation\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1996 \u2013 1999<\/td>\nBilateral co-operation between Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAS) and Hungarian Academy of Sciences (HAS) \u201cEffect of thermal stress on the macroorganization of antenna system and the regulation of dissipative ways in the chloroplasts of higher plants\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

National<\/h4>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
2024 \u2013 2027<\/td>\nNational Science Fund, Bulgaria, \u041a\u041f-06-\u041d86-2 \u201eChitosan-based products for optimization of photosynthesis in conditions of salt stress (ChitoPhot)\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2021 \u2013 2026<\/td>\nNational Science Fund, Bulgaria, \u041aP-06-\u041d49-7 \u201eNatural zeolites as a base for space soil (ZeoSpace)\u201c<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2019 \u2013 2024<\/td>\nNational Science Fund, Bulgaria, KP-06 PN 36\/8 \u201cExploring the interactions between innovative nanomaterials and higher plants \u2013 basis for development of sustainable nanoagronomic practices\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2019 \u2013 2022<\/td>\nNational Research Program:<\/em> \u201e<\/em>Healthy nutrition for a strong bioeconomy and quality of life\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2014 \u2013 2017<\/td>\nNational Science Fund, Bulgaria, B02-8\/2012 \u201cBiogenic volatile organic compounds, global climate change, and plant adaptation potential to changing environment\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2009 \u2013 2012<\/td>\nNational Science Fund, Bulgaria, DO 02-137\/2009 \u201cDesiccation induced damages and ecological sustainability of plants evaluated in terms of open system thermodynamics model derived from noninvasive biophysical tests\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2007 \u2013 2010<\/td>\nNational Science Fund, Bulgaria, \u0422\u041aB-1604 \u201cRole of isoprene for improving of plant thermotolerance in elevated CO2<\/sub> environment\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2007 \u20132010<\/td>\nNational Science Fund, Bulgaria, G-5-02 \u201cBiochemical and physiological characteristics of mutant Arabidopsis thaliana<\/em> plants altered in the H2<\/sub>O2<\/sub>-induced programmed cell death\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1998 \u2013 2001<\/td>\nNational Council for Scientific Investigations, Bulgaria, SS-814 \u201cComparative physiological and biochemical characterization of different genotypes of wheat (Triticum aestivum<\/em> L.) for determination of their drought tolerance and choice of selection criteria\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1996 \u2013 1999<\/td>\nNational Council for Scientific Investigations, Bulgaria, K-603 \u201cPhotoinhibition at the background of high and low temperature – common characteristics and differences\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1996 \u2013 1998<\/td>\nNational Council for Scientific Investigations, Bulgaria, MU-BAV7 \u201cInfluence of simulated acid rain on the functional activity of the photosynthetic apparatus\u201d (PC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1995 – 1998<\/td>\nNational Council for Scientific Investigations, Bulgaria, K-505 \u201cMolecular mechanisms of acclimation of pea plants to low temperatures\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1994 \u2013 1997<\/td>\nNational Council for Scientific Investigations, Bulgaria, K-408 \u201cMechanisms of recovery of the photosynthetic apparatus after temperature and water stress by means of physiologically active substances\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1992 \u2013 1995<\/td>\nNational Council for Scientific Investigations, Bulgaria, K-210 \u201cStudies of harmful heavy metal effects on photosynthetic apparatus of pea plants\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS<\/h2>\n

Krumova S, Stoichev S, Ilkov D, Strijkova V, Katrova V, Crespo A, \u00c1lvarez J, Mart\u00ednez E, Mart\u00ednez-Ram\u00edrez S, Tsonev T, Petrov P, Velikova V<\/strong>. Pea seed priming with Pluronic P85-grafted single-walled carbon nanotubes affects photosynthetic gas exchange but not photosynthetic light reactions. International Journal of Molecular Sciences 25(14):7901, 2024<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/ijms25147901<\/a><\/p>\n

Kalvachev Y, Vitale E, Arena C, Todorova T, Ilkov D, Velikova V<\/strong>. Ion-exchanged clinoptilolite as a substrate for space farming.\u00a0Agriculture<\/em> 14(3):350, 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Dani KGS, Loreto F. Origin, evolution, and future of isoprene and nitric oxide interactions within leaves. Journal of Experimental Botany<\/em> 74(3), 688-706, 2023<\/strong>, Darwin Review. \u00a0https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/jxb\/erac459<\/a><\/p>\n

Pollastri S, Velikova V<\/strong>, Castaldini M, Fineschi S, Ghirardo A, Renaut J, Schnitzler J-P, Sergeant K, Winkler B, Zorzan S, Loreto F. Isoprene-emitting tobacco plants are less affected by moderate water deficit under future climate change scenario and show adjustments of stress-related proteins in actual climate. Plants 12 (2), 333, 2023<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/plants12020333<\/a><\/p>\n

Teneva I, Velikova V<\/strong>, Belkinova D, Moten D, Dzhambazov B. Allelopathic potential of the cyanotoxins Microcystin-LR and Cylindrospermopsin on green algae. Plants<\/em> 12(6), 1403, 2023<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/plants12061403<\/a><\/p>\n

Weatherall A, Nabuurs G-J, Velikova<\/strong> V<\/strong>, Santopuoli G, Neroj B, Bowditch E, Temperli C, Binder F, Ditmarov\u00e1 L, Jamnick\u00e1 G, Lesinski J, La Porta N, Pach M, Panzacchi P, Sarginci M, Serengil Y, Tognetti R. Chapter 2 – Defning Climate-Smart Forestry. In: Managing Forest Ecosystems<\/em>, Vol. 40, Tognetti R, Smith M, Panzacchi P (Eds): Climate-Smart Forestry in Mountain Regions. Springer Nature, Switzerland, AG. ISBN 978-3-030-80766-5, ISBN 978-3-030-80767-2. pp. 35-58, 2022<\/strong>. (eBook). https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/978-3-030-80767-2<\/a><\/p>\n

Walter GM, Clark J, Cristaudo A, Terranova D, Nevado B, Catara S, Paunov M, Velikova V<\/strong>, Filatov D, Cozzolino S, Hiscock SJ, Bridle JR. Adaptive divergence generates distinct plastic responses in two closely related Senecio species. Evolution<\/em> 76(6):1229-1245, 2022<\/strong>. \u00a0https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/evo.14478<\/a><\/p>\n

Popova AV, Vladkova R, Borisova P, Georgieva K, Mihailova G, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Ivanov AG. Photosynthetic response of lutein deficient mutant lut2<\/em> of\u00a0 Arabidopsis thaliana <\/em>to low temperature at high light. Photosynthetica<\/em> 60(SI):108-118, 2022.<\/strong> https:\/\/ps.ueb.cas.cz\/getrevsrc.php?identification=public&mag=phs&raid=2811&type=fin&ver=3<\/a><\/p>\n

Vitale E, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Costanzo G, Paradiso R, Arena C. Manipulation of light quality is an effective tool to regulate photosynthetic capacity and fruit antioxidant properties of Solanum lycopersicum<\/em> L. cv. \u2018Microtom\u2019 in a controlled environment. PeerJ<\/em> 10:e13677, 2022<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7717\/peerj.13677<\/a><\/p>\n

Delfine S, Velikova VB<\/strong>, Mastrodonato F. Soil mulching influence spearmint yield, eco-physiological activities and essential oil content in rainfed environment of Southern Italy. Agronomy<\/em> 12, art. 1521, 2022<\/strong>. \u00a0https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/agronomy12071521<\/a><\/p>\n

Vitale E, Izzo LG, Amitrano C, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Simoniello P, De Micco V, Arena C. Light quality modulates photosynthesis and antioxidant properties of B. vulgaris<\/em> L. plants from seeds irradiated with high-energy heavy ions: Implications for cultivation in space. Plants<\/em> 11 (14), art. 1816, 2022<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/plants11141816<\/a><\/p>\n

Doneva D, P\u00e1l M, Brankova L, Szalai G, Tajti J, Khalil R, Ivanovska B, Velikova V<\/strong>, Misheva S, Janda T, Peeva V – The effects of putrescine pre-treatment on osmotic stress responses in drought-tolerant and drought-sensitive wheat seedlings. Physiologia Plantarum<\/em> 171(2); 200-216, 2021<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/ppl.13150<\/a><\/p>\n

Petrova N, Paunov M, Petrov P, Velikova V<\/strong>, Goltsev V, Krumova S – Polymer-modified single-walled carbon nanotubes affect photosystem II photochemistry, intersystem electron transport carriers and photosystem I end acceptors in pea plants.\u00a0Molecules<\/em> 26(19):5958, 2021<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/molecules26195958<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Petrova N, Kov\u00e1cs L, Petrova A, Koleva D, Tsonev T, Taneva S, Petrov P, Krumova S – Single-walled carbon nanotubes modify leaf micromorphology, chloroplast ultrastructure and photosynthetic activity of pea plants. International Journal of Molecular Sciences<\/em> 22(9):4878, 2021<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/ijms22094878<\/a><\/p>\n

Vitale E, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Ferrandino I, Capriello T, Arena C – The interplay between light quality and biostimulant application affects the antioxidant capacity and photosynthetic traits of soybean (Glycine max<\/em> L.). Plants<\/em> 10(5), 861, 2021<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/plants10050861<\/a><\/p>\n

Vitale E, Vitale L, Costanzo G, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Simoniello P, De Micco V, Arena C – Light spectral composition influences structural and eco\u2010physiological traits of Solanum lycopersicum<\/em> L. cv. \u2018Microtom\u2019 in response to high\u2010LET ionizing radiation. Plants<\/em> 10(8),1752, 2021<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/plants10081752<\/a><\/p>\n

Bowditch E, Santopuoli G, Binder F, del Rio M, La Porta N, Kluvankova T, Lesinski J, Motta R, Pach M, Panzacchi P, Pretzsch H, Temperli C, Tonon G, Smith M, Velikova<\/strong> V<\/strong>, Weatherall A, Tognetti R – What is Climate-Smart Forestry? A definition from a multinational collaborative process focused on mountain regions of Europe. Ecosystem Services<\/em> 43, art. number 101113, 2020<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.ecoser.2020.101113<\/a><\/p>\n

Dimitrova S, Paunov M, Pavlova B, Dankov K, Kouzmanova M, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Kalaji HM, Goltsev V – Photosynthetic efficiency of two Platanus orientalis<\/em> L. ecotypes exposed to moderately high temperature \u2013 JIP-test analysis. Photosynthetica<\/em> 58 (SI): 657-670, 2020<\/strong>. https:\/\/ps.ueb.cas.cz\/pdfs\/phs\/2020\/02\/46.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Arena C, Izzo LG, Tsonev T, Koleva D, Tattini M, Roeva O, De Maio A, Loreto F – Functional and structural leaf plasticity determine photosynthetic performances during drought stress and recovery in two Platanus orientalis<\/em> populations from contrasting habitats. International Journal of Molecular Sciences<\/em> 21(11), 3912, 2020<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/ijms21113912<\/a><\/p>\n

Brunetti C, Tattini M, Guidi L, Velikova V<\/strong>, Ferrini F, Fini A. An integrated overview of physiological and biochemical responses of Celtis australis to drought stress. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening volume 46, art. num. 126480, 2019<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.ufug.2019.126480<\/a><\/p>\n

Hristozkova M, Gigova L, Geneva M, Stancheva I, Velikova<\/strong> V<\/strong>, Marinova G – Influence of mycorrhizal fungi and microalgae dual inoculation on basil plants performance. Gesunde Pflanzen 70(2): 99-107, 2018<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s10343-018-0420-5<\/a><\/p>\n

Petrova N, Koleva P, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Andreeva T, Taneva S, Krumova S, Danova K \u2013 Relations between photosynthetic performance and polyphenolics productivity of Atemisia alba<\/em> Turra in in vitro tissue culture. International Journal Bioautomation 22(1), 73-82, 2018. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.7546\/ijba.2018.22.1.73-82<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Tattini M, Arena C, Krumova S, Koleva D, Peeva V, Stojchev S, Todinova S, Izzo LG, Brunetti C, Stefanova M, Taneva S, Loreto F. Physiological and structural adjustments of two ecotypes of Platanus orientalis<\/em> L. from different habitats in response to drought and re-watering. Conservation Physiology 6(1):coy073, 2018<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/conphys\/coy073<\/a><\/p>\n

Baldacchini C, Castanheiro A, Maghakyan N, Sgrigna G, Verhelst J, Alonso R, Amorim J, Bellan P, Breuste J, B\u00fchler O, C\u00e2ntar I, Cari\u00f1anos P, Carriero G, Churkina G, Dinca L, Esposito R, Gawronski S, Kern M, Le Thiec D, Moretti M, Ningal T, Rantzoudi E, Sinjur I, Stojanova B, Ani\u010di\u0107 Uro\u0161evi\u0107 M, Velikova V<\/strong>, Zivojinovic I, Sahakyan L, Calfapietra C, Samson R – How does the amount and composition of PM deposit on Platanus acerifolia leaves change across different cities in Europe? Environmental Science & Technology 51 (3), 1147\u20131156, 2017. <\/strong>http:\/\/pubs.acs.org\/doi\/abs\/10.1021\/acs.est.6b04052<\/a><\/p>\n

Ahrar M, Doneva D, Tattini M, Brunetti C, Gori A, Rodeghiero M, Wohlfart G, Biasioli F, Varotto C, Loreto F, Velikova V<\/strong> \u2013 Phenotipic differences determine drought stress responses in ecotypes of Arundo donax adapted to different environments. Journal of Experimental Botany 68(9): 2439-2451, 2017.<\/strong> https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/jxb\/erx125<\/a><\/p>\n

Li M, Xu J, Alarcon AA, Carlin S, Barbaro E, Cappellin L, Velikova V<\/strong>, Vorska U, Loreto F, Varotto C \u2013 In planta recapitulation of isoprene synthase evolution from ocimene synthases. Molecular Biology and Evolution 34(10):2583-2599, 2017. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/molbev\/msx178<\/a><\/p>\n

Hristozkova M, Geneva M, Stancheva I, Velikova V<\/strong> \u2013 LED spectral composition effects on mycorrhizal symbiosis formation with tomato plants. Applied Soil Ecology 120, 189-196, 2017. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.apsoil.2017.08.010<\/a><\/p>\n

Vanzo E, Merl-Pham J, Velikova V<\/strong>, Ghirardo A, Lindermayr C, Hauck SM, Bernhardt J, Riedel K, Durner J, Schnitzler J-P \u2013 Modulation of protein S-nitrosylation by isoprene emission in poplar. Plant Physiology 170 (4), 1945-1961, 2016<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1104\/pp.15.01842<\/a><\/p>\n

Fu Y, Poli M, Sablok G, Wang B, Liang Y, La Porta N, Velikova V, Loreto F, Li M, Varotto C – Dissection of early transcriptional responses to water stress in Arundo donax<\/em> L. by unigene-based RNA-Seq. Biotechnology for Biofuels 9, 54, 2016. <\/strong>http:\/\/doi.org\/10.1186\/s13068-016-0471-8<\/a><\/p>\n

Arena C, Tsonev T, Doneva D, De Micco V, Michelozzi M, Brunetti C, Centritto M, Fineschi S, Velikova V<\/strong>, Loreto F – The effect of light quality on growth, photosynthesis, leaf anatomy and secondary metabolites of a monoterpene-emitting herbaceous species (Solanum lycopersicum<\/em> L.) and an isoprene-emitting tree (Platanus orientalis<\/em> L.).\u00a0 Environmental and Experimental Botany 130, 122-132, 2016. <\/strong>h<\/a><\/strong>ttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.envexpbot.2016.05.014<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Brunetti C, Tattini M, Doneva D, Ahrar M, Tsonev T, Stefanova M, Ganeva T, Gori A, Ferrini F, Varotto C, Loreto F – Physiological significance of isoprenoids and phenylpropanoids in drought response of Arundinoideae species with contrasting habitats and metabolism. Plant, Cell & Environment 39, 2185-2197, 2016. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/pce.12785<\/a><\/p>\n

Astier J, Loake G, Velikova V<\/strong>, Gaupels F \u2013 Editorial: Interplay between NO signalling, ROS and the antioxidant system in plants. Frontiers in Plant Science, section Plant Physiology 7:1731, 2016<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3389\/fpls.2016.01731<\/a><\/p>\n

Tattini M, Loreto F, Fini A, Guidi L, Brunetti C, Velikova V<\/strong>, Gori A, Ferrini F – Isoprenoids and phenylpropanoids are part of the antioxidant defense orchestrated daily by drought stressed Platanus x acerifolia plants during Mediterranean summers. New Phytologist<\/em> 207, 613-626, 2015<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/nph.13380<\/a><\/p>\n

Ahrar M, Doneva D, Koleva D, Romano A, Rodeghiero M, Tsonev T, Biasioli F, Stefanova M, Peeva V, Wohlfahrt G, Loreto F, Varotto C, Velikova V<\/strong> – Isoprene emission in the monocot Arundineae tribe in relation to functional and structural organization of the photosynthetic apparatus. Environmental and Experimental Botany<\/em> 119: 87-95, 2015. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.envexpbot.2015.04.010<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, M\u00fcller C, Ghirardo A, Rock TM, Aichler M, Walch A, Schmitt-Kopplin P, Schnitzler JP – Knocking down isoprene emission modifies the lipid matrix of thylakoid membranes and influences the chloroplast ultrastructure in poplar. Plant Physiology<\/em> 168: 859-870, 2015. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1104\/pp.15.00612<\/a><\/p>\n

Loreto F, Pollastri S, Fineschi S, Velikova V<\/strong> – Volatile isoprenoids and their importance for protection against environmental constraints in the Mediterranean area. Environmental and Experimental Botany<\/em> 103, 99-106, 2014<\/strong> (Review<\/strong>). \u00a0http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1016\/j.envexpbot.2013.09.005<\/a><\/p>\n

Sablok G, Fu Y, Bobbio V, Laura M, Rotino G, Bagnaresi P, Allavena A, Velikova V<\/strong>, Viola R, Loreto F, Li M, Varotto C – Fuelling genetic and metabolic exploration of C3 bioenergy crops through the first reference transcriptome of Arundo donax<\/em> L. Plant Biotechnology Journal<\/em> 12(5), 554-567, 2014. <\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/pbi.12159<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Ghirardo A, Vanzo E, Merl J, Hauck SM, Schnitzler J-P – Genetic manipulation of isoprene emissions in poplar plants remodels the chloroplast proteome. Journal of Proteome Research<\/em> 13 (4), 2005-2018, 2014<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1021\/pr401124z<\/a><\/p>\n

Tattini M, Velikova V<\/strong>, Vickers C, Brunetti C, Di Ferdinando M, Trivellini A, Fineschi S, Agati G, Ferrini F, Loreto – Isoprene production in transgenic tobacco alters isoprenoids, non-structural carbohydrates and phenylpropanoids metabolism, and protects photosynthesis from drought stress. Plant, Cell and Environment<\/em> 37 (8), 1950-1964, 2014. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/pce.12350<\/a><\/p>\n

Centritto M, Haworth M, Marino G, Pallozi E, Tsonev T, Velikova V<\/strong>, Nogues I, Loreto F – Isoprene emission aids recovery of photosynthetic performance in transgenic Nicotiana tabacum<\/em> following high intensity acute UV-B exposure. Plant Science<\/em> 226, 82-91, 2014. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.plantsci.2014.06.004<\/a><\/p>\n

Brilli F, Tsonev T, Mahmood T, Velikova V<\/strong>, Loreto F, Centritto M – Ultradian variation of isoprene emission, photosynthesis, mesophyll conductance and optimum temperature sensitivity for isoprene emission in water-stressed Eucalyptus citriodora<\/em> saplings. Journal of Experimental Botany<\/em> 64(2): 519-528, 2013. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/jxb\/ers353<\/a><\/p>\n

Calfapietra C, Pallozzi E, Lusini I, Velikova V<\/strong> – Modification of BVOC emissions induced by changes in atmospheric CO2<\/sub> and air pollution levels. In: \u201cBiology, Controls and Models of Tree Volatile Organic Compound Emissions<\/em>\u201d, eds. \u00dc. Niinemets & R.K. Monson. Tree Physiology 5, Springer Science+Business Media Dordrecht, CHAPTER 10: pp. 253-284, 2013. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/978-94-007-6606-8_10<\/a><\/p>\n

Krumova S, Zhipinova M, Dankov K, Velikova V<\/strong>, Balashev K, Andreeva T, Russinova E, Taneva S – Brassinosteroids regulate the thylakoid membrane architecture and the photosystem II function. Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B<\/em>, 126, 97-104, 2013. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.jphotobiol.2013.07.008<\/a><\/p>\n

Beckett M, Loreto F, Velikova V<\/strong>, Brunetti C, Di Ferdinando M, Tattini M, Calfapietra C, Farrant JM – Photosynthetic limitations and volatile and non-volatile isoprenoids in the poikilochlorophyllous resurrection plant Xerophyta humilis<\/em> during dehydration and rehydration. Plant, Cell and Environment<\/em> 35 (12), 2061-2074, 2012. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/j.1365-3040.2012.02536.x<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, La Mantia T, Lauteri M, Michelozzi M, Nogues I, Loreto F – The impact of winter flooding with saline water on foliar carbon uptake and the volatile fraction of leaves and fruits of lemon (Citrus x limon L. (Burm. f.)) trees. Functional Plant Biology<\/em> 39 (3), 199-213, 2012. <\/strong>http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1071\/FP11231<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Sharkey TD, Loreto F – Stabilization of thylakoid membranes in isoprene-emitting plants reduces formation of reactive oxygen species. Plant Signaling & Behavior<\/em> 7(1), 139-141, 2012. <\/strong>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.4161\/psb.7.1.18521<\/a><\/p>\n

Tsonev T, Velikova V<\/strong>, Yildiz-Aktas L, G\u0171rel A, Edreva A – Effect of water deficit and potassium fertilization on photosynthetic activity in cotton plants. Plant Biosystems<\/em> 145 (4), 841-847, 2011. <\/strong>http:\/\/dx.doi.org\/10.1080\/11263504.2011.560199<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Loreto F, Centritto M – Changes in photosynthesis, mesophyll conductance to CO2<\/sub>, and isoprenoid emissions in Populus nigra<\/em> plants exposed to excess nickel. Environmental Pollution<\/em> 159, 1058-1066, 2011<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.envpol.2010.10.032<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, V\u00e1rkonyi Z, Szab\u00f3 M, Maslenkova L, Nogues I, Kov\u00e1cs L, Peeva V, Busheva M, Garab G, Sharkey TD, Loreto F – Increased thermostability of thylakoid membranes in isoprene-emitting leaves probed with three biophysical techniques. Plant Physiology<\/em> 157, 905-916, 2011<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1104\/pp.111.182519<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Salerno G, Frati F, Peri E, Conti E, Colazza S, Loreto F \u2013 Influence of feeding and oviposition by phytophagous pentatomids on photosynthesis of herbaceous plants. Journal of Chemical Ecology<\/em> 36: 629-641, 2010<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s10886-010-9801-7<\/a><\/p>\n

Vickers CE, Possell M, CI Cojocariu, Velikova VB<\/strong>, Laothawornkitkul J, Ryan A, Mullineaux PM, Hewitt CN \u2013 Isoprene synthesis protects transgenic plants from oxidative stress. Plant Cell and Environment<\/em> 32: 520-531, 2009<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/j.1365-3040.2009.01946.x<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Barta C, Centritto M, Koleva D, Stefanova M, Busheva M, Loreto F \u2013 BVOC emissions, photosynthetic characteristics and changes in chloroplast ultra-structure of Platanus orientalis<\/em> L. exposed to elevated CO2<\/sub> and high temperature.\u00a0 Environmental Pollution<\/em> 157: 2629-2637, 2009<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.envpol.2009.05.007<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Loreto F, Brilli1 F, Stefanov D, Yordanov I – Characterization of juvenile and adult leaves of Eucalyptus globulus<\/em> showing distinct heteroblastic development: photosynthesis and volatile isoprenoids. Plant Biology<\/em> 10: 55-64, 2008<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1055\/s-2007-964964<\/a><\/p>\n

Fares S, Brilli F, Nogu\u00e8s I, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Dagli S, Loreto F \u2013 Isoprene emission and primary metabolism in Phragmites australis<\/em> grown under different phosphorus levels. Plant Biology<\/em> 10: 38-43, 2008<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1055\/s-2007-965429<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong> \u2013 Isoprene as a tool for plant protection against abiotic stresses \u2013 review<\/strong>. Journal of Plant Interactions<\/em> 3: 1-15, 2008<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1080\/17429140701858327<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Fares S, Loreto F \u2013 Isoprene and nitric oxide reduce damages in leaves exposed to oxidative stress. Plant Cell and Environment<\/em> 31: 1882-1894, 2008<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/j.1365-3040.2008.01893.x<\/a><\/p>\n

Edreva A, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Dagnon S, G\u00fcrel A, Akta\u015f, Gesheva E \u2013 Stress-protective role of secondary metabolites: diversity of functions and mechanisms. General and Applied Plant Physiology<\/em> v. XXXIV (1-2): 67-78, 2008<\/strong>. http:\/\/www.bio21.bas.bg\/ipp\/gapbfiles\/v-34_pisa-08\/08_pisa_1-2_67-78.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n

Edreva AM, Velikova VB<\/strong>, Tsonev TsD – Phenylamides in plants (review<\/strong>). Russ Journal of Plant Physiology<\/em>, 54 (3), 325-341, 2007<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1134\/S1021443707030016<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Edreva A, Tsonev T, Jones HG \u2013 Singlet oxygen quenching by phenylamides and their parent compounds. Zeitschrift fur Naturforschung<\/em> 62c: 833-838, 2007<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1515\/znc-2007-11-1211<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Loreto F, Tsonev T, Brilli F, Edreva A \u2013 Isoprene prevents the negative consequences of high temperature stress in Platanus orientalis<\/em> leaves. Functional Plant Biology<\/em>, 33: 931-940, 2006<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1071\/fp06058<\/a><\/p>\n

Stoyanova-Koleva D, Edreva A, Velikova V<\/strong>, G\u00fcrel A – Effect of reddening of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum<\/em> L.) leaves on the ultrastructure of mesophyll cells. Photosynthetica<\/em> 43(2): 313-316, 2005<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s11099-005-0052-8<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Loreto F – On the relationship between isoprene emission and thermotolerance in Phragmites australis<\/em> leaves exposed to high temperatures and during the recovery from a heat stress. Plant Cell and Environment<\/em> 28, 318-327, 2005<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/j.1365-3040.2004.01314.x<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Pinelli P, Loreto F – Consequences of inhibition of isoprene synthesis in Phragmites australis<\/em> leaves exposed to elevated temperatures. Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment<\/em> 106 (2-3): 209-217, 200<\/strong>5<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.agee.2004.10.009<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Pinelli P, Pasqualini S, Reale L, Ferranti F, Loreto F \u2013 Isoprene decreases the concentration of nitric oxide in leaves exposed to elevated ozone. New Phytologist<\/em> 166: 419-426, 2005<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/j.1469-8137.2005.01409.x<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Pinelli P, Alessio GA, Loreto F – Localized O3<\/sub>-fumigation for field-studies of the impact of different ozone levels on photosynthesis, respiration, electron transport rate and isoprene emission in Mediterranean oak species. Tree Physiology<\/em>, 25: 1523-1532, 2005<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/treephys\/25.12.1523<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Edreva A, Loreto F – Endogenous isoprene protects Phragmites australis<\/em> leaves against singlet oxygen. Physiologia Plantarum<\/em> 122, 219-225, 2004<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/j.0031-9317.2004.00392.x<\/a><\/p>\n

Tsonev T, Velikova V<\/strong>, Georgieva K, Hyde PF, Jones HG \u2013 Low temperature enhances photosynthetic down-regulation in French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris<\/em> L.) plants. Annals of Botany<\/em> 91: 343-352, 2003<\/strong>. \u00a0https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/aob\/mcg020<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T, Edreva A, G\u00fcrel A, Hakerlerler H – Effects of reddening of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum<\/em> L.) leaves on functional activity of photosynthetic apparatus. Photosynthetica<\/em> 40 (3): 449-452, 2002<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1023\/A:1022695513060<\/a><\/p>\n

Loreto F, Velikova V<\/strong>, Di Marco G – Respiration in the light measured by 12<\/sup>CO2<\/sub> emission in 13<\/sup>CO2<\/sub> atmosphere in maize leaves. Australian Journal of Plant Physiology<\/em> 28 (11): 1103-1108, 2001<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1071\/PP01091<\/a><\/p>\n

Loreto F, Velikova V<\/strong> – Isoprene produced by leaves protects the photosynthetic apparatus against ozone damage, quenches ozone products, and reduces lipid peroxidation of cellular membranes. Plant Physiology<\/em> 127: 1781-1787, 2001. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1104\/pp.010497<\/a><\/p>\n

Velikova V<\/strong>, Yordanov I, Edreva A – Oxidative stress and some antioxidant systems in acid rain-treated bean plants. Protective role of exogenous polyamines. Plant Science<\/em> 151: 59-66, 2000. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/S0168-9452(99)00197-1<\/a><\/p>\n

Yordanov I, Velikova V<\/strong>, Tsonev T – Plant responses to drought, acclimation, and stress tolerance (review<\/strong>). Photosynthetica<\/em> 38 (1): 171-186, 2000<\/strong>. https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1023\/A:1007201411474<\/a><\/p>\n

Dr. Velikova\u2019s activities prove:<\/h2>\n