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Alberto Torrisi is a Full Professor of Analytical Chemistry at the Department of Chemical Sciences of the University of Catania. His career spans over four decades, including roles as Assistant Professor of Physical Chemistry (1984-1992), Associate Professor of Analytical Chemistry (1992-2006), and Full Professor since 2006. He has held visiting positions at Philips Research Laboratories and contributed to institutional committees for academic evaluations.
- Education: PhD in Chemistry from University of Catania (1980, magna cum laude)
His research focuses on surface and interface phenomena in materials like polymers, metals, and composites, with applications in microelectronics, cultural heritage conservation, and biomedical fields. He pioneered advancements in Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS), X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), and Angle-Resolved XPS for depth profiling and artifact mitigation. His work also includes synthesizing ion-selective macrocyclics and developing big data statistical methods for ToF-SIMS.
Recent publications highlight innovations in cluster ion beam depth profiling and multivariate data analysis for improved mass resolution. His scientific output comprises 63 international journal publications and 69 conference presentations, with interdisciplinary applications in cultural heritage and biomedicine.
Scientific Awards
- NATO Scholarship (1988-1989)
As an educator, he teaches Analytical Chemistry I and laboratory courses, with active involvement in PhD admissions committees. His institutional roles include membership in evaluation commissions for academic grants and professorships.