Davide Iannuzzi

Prof. Davide Iannuzzi is a Full Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in materials science and biomedical engineering. His research focuses on indentation techniques, viscoelastic properties of materials, and their applications in art conservation and neurobiology. He holds ancillary roles such as Director/Owner at Sixpointsix BV (Hilversum), shareholder in Optics11Life BV, and advisory positions with the Dutch Research Council NWO and InSimili srl. His work bridges mechanical engineering, neuroscience, and imaging technologies.

Research Interests:

• Materials Science: Viscoelasticity, nanoindentation, and optical fiber applications
• Biomedical Engineering: Neurodegenerative disease models (e.g., Alzheimer's) and microglia mechanics
• Art Conservation: Material degradation analysis in painting stratigraphies
• Imaging Technologies: Optical coherence tomography for material deformation studies

Advising & Grants: Supervised 10 PhD theses. Active in advocacy for academic ethics (e.g., fossil fuel collaborations) and serves on selection/advisory boards for research councils.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving biomechanics, materials characterization, and biomedical applications.