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Antonio Ancona is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Bari, Italy, specializing in laser-based manufacturing and microfluidic systems. His research bridges fundamental physics with industrial applications, particularly in advanced materials processing and biomedical device development.
Professor Ancona's primary research domains include:
- Laser Materials Processing: Pioneering adaptive beam shaping with deformable mirrors for precision welding, gap bridging in autogenous joints, and surface texturing for functional properties.
- Microfabrication: Developing femtosecond laser techniques for polymeric lab-on-a-chip devices enabling high-throughput cell sorting and liquid biopsy applications.
- Surface Engineering: Creating superhydrophobic, anti-icing, and friction-reducing surfaces through laser texturing for aerospace and marine industries.
- Photonics: Innovating in laser-welded optical components, black quartz photodetectors, and micro-resonator fabrication.
Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) AI-integrated laser welding systems using deep learning for real-time gap classification, (2) Femtosecond laser fabrication of biomedical microdevices focusing on inertial particle sorting, and (3) Laser surface texturing for antimicrobial and acoustic camouflage applications. His work consistently integrates optics, fluid dynamics, and materials science to solve industrial challenges.
Scientific Awards:
- No major scientific awards were documented in the provided materials.
Advising and Grants:
While specific grant information isn't provided, his extensive publication record (50+ papers 2015-2025) indicates substantial research funding. No doctoral students are listed in available records, though his position suggests graduate student supervision in physics and engineering programs.
Labs and Teams:
Professor Ancona leads laser processing research within Bari's Department of Physics, collaborating with biomedical engineers on lab-on-a-chip development and industrial partners on advanced manufacturing solutions. His team specializes in femtosecond laser systems, microfluidic prototyping, and surface characterization facilities.
