Julien RG Navarro

Dr. Julien RG Navarro is a Research Fellow at the University of Hamburg's Institute of Wood Sciences (Department of Wood Physics), within the Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences. He joined in 2019, following positions in wood chemistry (2017-2018) and research roles at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) and Stockholm University in Sweden.

Research Focus: Navarro specializes in biopolymer engineering, cellulose nanofibril modification, composite reinforcement, and 3D printing of biomaterials. His work integrates nanoparticle synthesis (gold nanostructures) with applications in luminescent materials and surface functionalization. Key methodologies include twin-screw extrusion, injection molding, and thin-film production.

Publications: His recent articles (2013-2018) emphasize nanocellulose platforms, plasmonic nanoparticle engineering, and hybrid materials for biosensing. Trends include fluorescence labeling, toxicity assessments of nanomaterials, and advanced optical characterization techniques.

Additional Roles: Navarro lectures on project management and fiber-based products, contributing to academic training and applied materials science.