Davide Masato

Davide Masato is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Plastics Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell's Francis College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Padova (Italy) and previously served as a post-doc researcher there and a visiting scholar at the University of Bradford (UK). His research tackles polymer processing, sustainable manufacturing, and micro injection molding, funded by NASA, US ARMY, and REMADE.

Education includes:

• Ph.D. Industrial Engineering, University of Padova (2018)
• M.S. Mechanical Engineering, University of Padova (2014)
• B.S. Industrial Engineering, University of Padova (2011)

Research interests span polymer processing, micro injection molding, and sustainable manufacturing, with innovations in mold engineering, surface texturing, and recycled materials. His work integrates experimental and simulation approaches to optimize manufacturing efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

Recent publications (45+ journals) focus on injection molding advancements, recycled polymers, surface engineering, and sustainable processes. Trends include high-impact studies on laser texturing, pressure-controlled molding, and hybrid manufacturing techniques.

Awards and honors:

• Teaching Excellence Award (2021)
• Global Innovation Talent Award (2020)
• Best Paper Award, SPE Injection Molding Division (2018)
• Honorable Mention Awards, World Congress on Micro and Nano Manufacturing (2017)

He advises capstone projects and graduate research, with funding from federal grants and industry. Projects include thermoforming of recycled plastics, 3D-printed tooling, and sustainable material development. His lab, the Masato Research Group, focuses on polymer circularity and collaborates with international partners.