Bruno PAVONI

Bruno PAVONI is a Full Professor of Environmental Chemistry at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Department of Environmental Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics. He holds a degree in Chemistry from the University of Padua (1974) and has held academic positions since 1975, including roles as Associate Professor (1993–2008) and Extraordinary Professor (2008–2011). His research focuses on environmental chemistry, pollution analysis in the Venice Lagoon and Adriatic Sea, and nutrient cycling. He has participated in numerous international collaborations, including visiting research roles at the University of South Florida (1978) and UCLA (1985–1986).

• Education: Degree in Chemistry, University of Padua (1974)
• Professional Experience: Over 40 years in academia and research, including military service (1977–1978)

Research interests include analytical methodologies for pollutants (metals, PCBs, PAHs), environmental modeling, and historical pollution trends using radioisotope dating. He teaches courses such as Environmental Chemistry, Atmospheric Chemistry, and Marine Chemistry at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Publications (selected): Focus on Mediterranean nutrient dynamics, fertilizer regulations, and heavy metal pollution. Active member of the Italian Chemical Society's Environmental Chemistry Division since 1983.

• Teaching: Courses include 'Chimica dell'Ambiente' and specialized master's programs on environmental remediation and pollution prevention.
• Grants/Projects: Extensive involvement in environmental monitoring and interdisciplinary studies with ARPAV and other institutions.

Labs/Teams: Research group within the Department of Environmental Sciences, collaborating on projects related to Venice's environmental challenges.