Carmine Apollaro

Carmine Apollaro is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology, Ecology and Earth Sciences at the University of Calabria, specializing in Geochemistry and Volcanology. His research spans environmental geochemistry, hydrogeochemistry, geothermal systems, and the environmental impact of mining and asbestos.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Earth Sciences, University of Calabria (2006)
• Degree in Geological Sciences with Honors, University of Calabria (2001)

His primary research interests include water-rock interactions, characterization of thermal systems, geochemical analysis of rocks, soils, water, and plants, environmental impact of mining sites, geochemical mapping, atmospheric CO₂ consumption in weathering, membrane-based water treatment, geothermal potential, aquifer recharge, seawater intrusion, and the relationship between seismic activity and water chemistry. His work integrates field studies, laboratory analyses, and modeling approaches to address environmental challenges.

His recent publications (2024–2025) demonstrate a strong trend in interdisciplinary environmental research, combining geochemistry with environmental engineering, public health, cultural heritage, and climate change. Key themes include pollution monitoring (arsenic, heavy metals, microplastics), sustainable water treatment technologies, urban environmental quality, and the geochemical assessment of natural and anthropogenic systems.

He actively supervises research and leads projects, though specific student names are not listed. He serves as editor for five international journals and reviewer for over thirty, reflecting his significant academic engagement. He is involved in numerous national and international collaborations.

Research Leadership:

• Scientific Manager of multiple research projects
• Manager, Chemio and Chemical-Environmental Laboratory
• Member, Geochemistry, Environmental Geochemistry and Volcanology Research Group
• Member, Mineralogy Research Group (asbestos and fibrous minerals)