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Roles and Affiliations: Ilenia Rossetti is a Full Professor of Chemical Industrial Plants at the Department of Chemistry, University of Milan. She has held leadership roles, including Director of the Analysis Lab and member of various scientific commissions. She coordinates national research projects funded by MUR, Regione Lombardia, and Fondazione Cariplo. Education: Bachelor's (1998): Industrial Chemistry, University of Milan (summa cum laude) PhD (2001): Industrial Chemistry, University of Milan Master's (2016): Chemical Engineering, Politecnico di Milano (110/110) Research Focus: Her work centers on catalytic processes , process design and optimization , photocatalytic systems , and nanostructured materials . Key areas include CO₂ conversion to fuels, hydrogen production, and sustainable energy solutions. She explores high-pressure CO₂ photoreduction, flame-synthesized catalysts, and reactor engineering for renewable processes. Publications and Impact: Over 70 articles since 2021 highlight her contributions to CO₂ methanation, photocatalytic CO₂ reduction, and bioethanol valorization. Her work bridges lab-scale innovations and industrial-scale processes. Awards: Chiusoli Medal (2016): For multidisciplinary CO₂ utilization research. ENI Award (2008): For innovative photocatalytic methods. Parmaliana Prize (2018): For outstanding PhD supervision in catalysis. Advising and Collaboration: Supervised multiple award-winning PhD theses. Collaborates with industries (ENI, BASF) and institutions (Italian Chemical Society) on sustainable processes. Leads projects on CO₂ capture/utilization and biofuel conversion. Labs and Teams: Oversees the Analysis Lab at the Department of Chemistry. Her interdisciplinary team focuses on photocatalytic reactors, nanomaterial synthesis, and process modeling.

• Heterogeneous Catalytic Processes
• Process Design and Optimization
• Photocatalytic Processes
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Prof. Umberto Lucia , Full Professor of Thermal Physics at the Politecnico di Torino 's Department of Energy (DENERG), is a leading expert in Non-Equilibrium Thermodynamics , Biophysics , and Quantum Thermodynamics . His work bridges Industrial Engineering with Biomedical Applications , focusing on entropy production, structural irreversibility, and thermodynamic modeling of biological systems. Education: PhD in Energetics (1995, University of Florence), MSc in Physics of Matter (1997, University of Ferrara), MSc in Experimental Nuclear Physics (1991, University of Turin) His research interests span: Thermodynamic analysis of cancer growth via exergetic and Constructal Law approaches Magnetocaloric refrigeration for sustainable technologies Quantum thermodynamics in open atomic systems Transport phenomena in biological membranes Thermoeconomic indicators for sustainability (THDI index) Photofission and nuclear energy systems Recent publications highlight his work on biomethane production from rice straw , low-frequency EMF effects on tumors , and thermodynamic time definitions , reflecting interdisciplinary trends in Energy Systems , Quantum Biology , and Sustainable Policy . Scientific awards include Constructal Law Prize (2024) Siebel Energy Institute Smart Energy Award (2015) Fellowships at Constructal Law Conferences (2012-2019) Advising and grants feature PhD student Giulia Grisolia. He leads projects like ELF (EMF cancer inhibition), PlaSNeuriM (neurorehabilitation), and ReVideo (visual rehabilitation), with patents on magnetic cancer therapy and neurorehabilitation insoles . Labs: PolitoBIOMed Lab (Biomedical Engineering), Energy Center Lab, and INFN (National Institute for Nuclear Physics) collaborations.

• Thermodynamics
• Biophysics
• Quantum Physics
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Franco Mazzei is a Full Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy Technology , Sapienza University of Rome . He leads the Biosensors Laboratory and specializes in electrochemical and optical biosensors for clinical, food, and environmental applications. Research Interests Development of electrochemical biosensors using voltammetric, amperometric, and impedimetric techniques Optical biosensors based on surface plasmon resonance (SPR) and Raman spectroscopy Application of supramolecular chemistry for protein immobilization Study of nanostructured materials and conductive polymers in sensor development Collaborative projects with the Ministry of Health and EU initiatives (6th Framework Programme, Eurostars) Notable Publications focus on: SPR immunosensors for doping agent detection Gold nanoparticle-based platforms for biofuel cells and H2O2 sensing Supramolecular strategies for antibody immobilization and mycotoxin detection Advanced materials like lignin nanoparticles and polythiophene composites Environmental applications including PFAS monitoring and COD analysis Laboratory Activities include the use of: PGSTAT204 Electrochemical Interface for sensor development Spectroelectrochemical Raman for surface analysis Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) systems for biomolecular interactions QCM (Quartz Crystal Microbalance) for immunosensor validation

• Electrochemical biosensors
• Optical biosensors
• Nanotechnology
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Fabio Favati is an Associate Professor of Food Science & Technology at the Department of Biotechnology , University of Verona. He holds roles including member of the Faculty Board of PhD in Smart Agrifood Sciences and Biotechnology Teaching Committee. His research focuses on sustainable food processing, agro-food by-product valorization using green technologies (e.g., supercritical fluids and NADES), and sensory analysis. He leads the Supercritical Fluid Lab and Sensory Analysis Lab (ISO 8589:2007-certified) at the Department. Education & Experience : Curriculum includes extensive contributions to food innovation and sustainability. Teaching spans courses like Food Processing & Preservation Technologies, Food Product Development, and Quality Management in the Food Industry across multiple academic programs. Research Interests : Development of eco-friendly extraction methods (e.g., NADES for carotenoids/anthocyanins), functional food fortification, and holistic food preservation integrating sensory evaluation. Projects include valorizing olive oil by-products, microalgae biomass, and pumpkin/radicchio wastes. Collaborates with local/national industries. Grants & Projects : Leads initiatives like SustaIn4Food (2020–) for sustainable agro-food processes and functional food development. Engages in industry partnerships for product innovation (e.g., fortified chocolate, low-FODMAP foods). Labs & Facilities : Manages advanced labs for supercritical fluid technology and sensory analysis. Equipment includes high-pressure reactors (up to 100 MPa) and computerized sensory data systems.

• Food Science & Technology
• Sustainable Food Processing
• Agro-Food By-Product Valorization
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Simone Bellan is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Engineering , Free University of Bozen-Bolzano. She is affiliated with the Bioenergy & Biofuels Lab, focusing on sustainable technologies and material innovation. Research: Sustainability, Bioenergy, Plastic Pigmentation Work Address: NOI Techpark, Bruno Buozzi Street 1, Bolzano, Italy Her work intersects engineering and environmental sustainability, with a particular emphasis on extending the lifespan of wood-based materials through advanced processing techniques. Current projects include collaborations with FRONTSH1P, exploring carbon production methods and pigment integration in plastics. She contributes to vocational education in Wood Technology through laboratory courses.

• Engineering
• Technology
• Sustainability
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Francesca Demichelis is a Fixed-term Researcher at the Politecnico di Torino , Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT). She contributes to the Politecnico University Centre for Social Affairs and participates in multiple academic colleges including Architecture and Design, Chemical and Materials Engineering, and Electronic/Telecommunications/Physics Engineering. Her research focuses on chemical engineering, sustainable energy, waste management, environmental chemistry, and circular economy . Research Themes : Waste valorization, biochar technology, anaerobic digestion, biorefinery processes, sustainable material production, climate action Key Projects : Hydrothermal liquefaction of digestate, microalgae-based bioremediation, enzymatic pre-treatments for biogas optimization Her recent publications demonstrate expertise in biochemical processes, waste-to-resource systems, and environmental technology , with particular emphasis on food waste, agro-industrial residues, and composite material recycling. She supervises three PhD students in Chemical Engineering and collaborates on interdisciplinary courses related to circular platforms, biochemical plants, and sustainability in chemical industry.

• Chemical Engineering
• Sustainable Energy
• Waste Management
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Pietro Bareschino is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering at University of Sannio. His research spans chemical looping combustion (CLC), CO2 capture and utilization, methanation, and fluidized bed reactor technology. He has contributed extensively to studies on sustainable energy systems, including bioenergy with carbon capture, solar PV lifecycle analysis, and coal fragmentation dynamics. His recent work includes a 2024 publication on bioenergy with carbon capture, where he analyzed integrated torrefaction–CLC–methanation using solar-dried biomasses. In 2023, he developed reduced-order models for methane reactors and evaluated solar PV systems in Pakistan, focusing on energy payback periods and environmental impacts. Earlier, he studied chemical looping combustion configurations (2020), tobacco stem biofuels (2020), and desiccant wheel performance (2013). His collaborations include researchers like Erasmo Mancusi, Francesco Pepe, and Claudio Tregambi. While no specific awards are mentioned, his work appears in journals like Applied Energy and Powder Technology , with conference contributions to Engineering Conferences International and AIDIC . He has explored innovative reactor designs, such as dual fluidized beds with internal/external solids circulation (2017), and techno-economic analyses of supercritical coal-fired power systems (2024).

• Chemical Plants
• Chemical Looping Combustion
• CO2 Capture and Utilization
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Elena Ghedini is a Contract Lecturer at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry. Her research focuses on catalysis, nanomaterials, and sustainable formulations for cosmetics and environmental applications. She holds a PhD in Chemical Sciences from Ca' Foscari and has extensive experience in materials science and green chemistry. Education: Materials Science (Padua, 2002); PhD in Chemical Sciences (Ca' Foscari) Research: Catalytic systems, photocatalytic materials, biochar from biomass, and cultural heritage conservation Teaching: Courses on catalysis, chemistry for sustainable technologies, and interdisciplinary laboratory methods Her work includes over 60 peer-reviewed publications and participation in EU-funded projects like HERCULES (PRIN 2017) and collaborations with institutions like IIT. She coordinates research labs and has led projects on CO₂ reduction, hydrogen production, and enzyme encapsulation. Grants: MIUR PRIN projects (2006–2015), EU PNRR, Cariplo Foundation Roles: Reviewer for Catalysis Letters and Applied Catalysis B ; member of SCI and INSTM

• Catalysis
• Nanomaterials
• Sustainable Cosmetics
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BERTIN LORENZO is a Full Professor at the Department of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Parma. He teaches courses including Bioprocess Chemistry and Bioenergetics, Fermentation Chemistry and Processes, and Sanitary-Environmental Treatment Plants, primarily within Second Cycle Degree programs in FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY and ENVIRONMENTAL AND LAND MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING. His research focuses on: Bioprocess engineering for chemical recovery from agro-industrial waste Development of sustainable methods for carboxylic acid and ester production Applications of membrane technologies in volatile fatty acid concentration Biorefinery strategies for grape pomace valorization Environmental treatment plant optimization Recent publications highlight trends in converting ethanol from grape pomace into high-value products like hexanoic acid and polyhydroxyalkanoates, while exploring adsorption techniques for effluent treatment. Scientific contributions emphasize circular economy principles and industrial-scale sustainable solutions.

• Bioprocess Chemistry
• Bioenergetics
• Fermentation Processes
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Dr. Silvia Fraterrigo Garofalo is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) of Politecnico di Torino. She serves as course owner for the Organic and Environmental Chemistry module in the Agritech Engineering program and collaborates across multiple departments including Chemical and Food Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and Management Engineering. Member of College of Electronic, Telecommunications and Physics Engineering Invited member of College of Architecture and Design and College of Chemical and Materials Engineering Her research focuses on sustainable chemical processes, organic materials engineering, and food industry system optimization. She leads the Anaerobic Fermentation Laboratory (FERMAN) at DISAT and supervises PhD candidate Bruna Anza'. Recent publications highlight her work in: Organic materials surface property tuning via cocrystallization Green protein extraction from agro-industrial byproducts Microalgae-based wastewater valorization Gas fermentation for biochemical production She contributes to interdisciplinary education programs spanning sustainable design, chemical engineering, and aerospace engineering.

• Chemical Engineering
• Environmental Chemistry
• Sustainable Process Design
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Flavio Caresana is an Associate Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (DIISM) within the Faculty of Engineering at Università Politecnica delle Marche (UNIVPM) in Ancona, Italy. His academic work focuses on energy systems with particular emphasis on sustainable technologies and environmental applications. Professor Caresana's research spans multiple areas of energy engineering, with primary focus on heat pump systems , hydrogen storage technologies , renewable energy integration , and energy recovery systems . His work combines theoretical modeling with experimental validation, particularly in the areas of thermal engineering and sustainable energy systems. He has developed methodologies for multi-objective optimization of energy systems, techno-economic analysis of emerging technologies, and dynamic control strategies for energy storage solutions. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward addressing climate change mitigation through technological innovation. Key research themes include the integration of renewable energy sources into building systems, carbon-neutral urban planning, and the development of efficient energy storage solutions. Professor Caresana's work often bridges theoretical engineering principles with practical applications in the energy sector. Professor Caresana maintains an active research profile with numerous publications in international journals and conference proceedings. His work contributes significantly to the fields of thermal engineering, sustainable energy systems, and environmental technology.

• Energy Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Thermal Engineering
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Tonia Tommasi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) within the Polytechnic University of Turin , Italy. Her research focuses on circular economy , CO2 mitigation , and biowaste valorization for energy and material recovery. Scientific Director of ReSOIL Foundation (2022-2026) Project Leader for Valpo4Circular Economy (with PUCV, Chile) Principal Investigator for Agroforestry Project (Lavazza Spa) Task Leader for BioroburPlus and SATURNO Projects Dr. Tommasi contributes to multiple journals in Environmental Chemistry and Bioprocess Engineering . She supervises PhD students in chemical engineering and teaches courses on Polygeneration Systems , Circular Economy Platforms , and Biowaste Management . Key research areas include: Anaerobic Digestion, Biohydrogen Production, Life Cycle Assessment, and CO2 Valorization Her publications show trends in converting food industry waste into biofuels, biopolymers, and soil amendments Scientific Honors: 2014 Culture Award (Premio Teknè, Calimera) 2012 Best Science Transfer Experience (Researcher's Night, Italy) Advising: Currently supervising 6 PhD students across multiple cycles (2021-2025) focusing on topics like microalgal biomass valorization , Opuntia biorefinery , and biopolymer production . Labs & Teams: Works in DISAT's Anaerobic Fermentation (FERMAN), Environmental Catalysis (Blu Nox), and Biorefinery Processes laboratories. Leads research teams in Circular Economy , CO2 Reduction , and Biorefinery Processes .

• Biodegradable Waste
• Biogas
• Biohydrogen
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Borello Domenico is a Full Professor in the Department of Industrial and Environmental Engineering at Sapienza University of Rome. His research focuses on renewable energy systems, fluid dynamics, combustion engineering, and environmental sustainability. He has contributed to advancements in hydrogen production, ammonia combustion, and sustainable waste-to-energy technologies through experimental and numerical methodologies. His work integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and machine learning to optimize energy systems and reduce emissions. Key research areas include green hydrogen production via floating photovoltaic systems, cavitation prediction in hydrodynamic systems, and techno-economic analysis of energy transport. He has developed novel approaches for turbine design, compressor erosion assessment, and biofuel gasification processes. His studies address both technical challenges and policy implications of decarbonizing transportation and industrial sectors. Borello has collaborated on projects involving microbial fuel cells for environmental remediation, chemical looping cycles for carbon capture, and hybrid powertrain efficiency testing. His research emphasizes real-world applications, such as railway energy consumption modeling and microgrid integration of renewables.

• Renewable Energy
• Fluid Dynamics
• Combustion Engineering
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Dr. Cristina CAVINATO is an Associate Professor at the Department of Environmental Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. She holds a PhD in Environmental Science and has been active in academic roles since 2006, progressing from a Contract Researcher to her current position. Her primary affiliations include the Research Institute for Green and Blue Growth and the Interdepartmental School of Economics, Languages, and Entrepreneurship for International Exchanges. Education : PhD in Environmental Science (2010), Master's in Industrial Biotechnology (2005), and a specialized Master's in Environmental and Chemical Engineering. Research Focus : Her work centers on chemical and process engineering for organic waste valorization and wastewater treatment. Key areas include anaerobic digestion of agricultural/industrial waste for bioenergy production, microalgae-based bioremediation, and dark fermentation for chemical synthesis. Recent projects explore digestate toxicity and CO₂ utilization via photosynthetic microorganisms. Notable Projects : MODSEN (2022): Energy efficiency in organic waste fermentation (€170k). PHOENIX-P2G (2018-2021): CO₂-to-CH₄ conversion in Porto Marghera (€6M). ECOPOLIMERI (2018-2021): Biocomposite materials from Posidonia oceanica fibers. Teaching : Leads courses in remediation technologies, laboratory practices, and environmental safety at the Master's level. Has taught internationally, including summer schools on biogas technology in Finland. Leadership Roles : Coordinator of the Research Institute for Green and Blue Growth, member of Ca' Foscari's Scientific Council for Global Challenges, and Vice-Coordinator of the Environmental Science Doctoral School.

• Wastewater Treatment
• Anaerobic Digestion
• Organic Waste Valorisation
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Prof. Vincenzo Belgiorno is a Full Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Salerno. His research focuses on environmental engineering, particularly wastewater treatment, biotechnology, and sustainable technologies. He leads projects integrating artificial intelligence, advanced membrane systems, and bioreactors to address challenges in water resource management, carbon capture, and odor control. His work emphasizes circular economy principles and environmental sustainability. Key areas of expertise include nanofiltration membranes, microalgae-based systems, and electrochemical processes. Recent studies involve optimizing fouling control in membrane bioreactors, characterizing fugitive emissions from landfills, and developing integrated biotechnological solutions for odor and greenhouse gas mitigation. Prof. Belgiorno is actively involved in international collaborations, including Erasmus+ programs, and contributes to innovative technologies like algal photobioreactors for CO₂ sequestration and biofuel production. His publications reflect a strong emphasis on practical applications of cutting-edge methods in environmental engineering.

• Environmental Engineering
• Wastewater Treatment
• Biotechnology
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