Applied Chemistry and Materials Science
Research deals with three main areas.
Materials Science: particulate and fibrous composite materials; valorisation of solid wastes in new materials; electrical, chemical and physical properties of insulating and semiconducting materials; building and innovative ceramic materials.
Polymer Research: synthesis, modification and molecular, thermal, mechanical and rheological characterisation of condensation polymers, copolymers and blends; special attention to polycarbonates, aromatic and aliphatic polyesters.
Innovative Technologies for anaerobic/aerobic bioremediation of xenobiotic-contaminated soils, sediments and waters and treatment and valorisation (via methane, hydrogen and fine chemicals production) of agro-industrial wastes and surplus.