Laura Simonini

Laura Simonini is a Research Fellow and Teaching Assistant at the Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Trento. Her research focuses on composite materials, self-healing interfaces, and surface engineering for enhanced mechanical properties. She actively contributes to academic activities through the Council of Doctoral Students and Holders of Research Contracts.

Her research explores:

• Self-healing mechanisms in epoxy/glass and epoxy/basalt composites
• Laser surface treatments for sustainable fiber modification
• Mechanical recycling of polymer foams
• Graphene-based coatings via triboelectrification
• Interphase engineering for stress transfer optimization

Recent publications (2021-2025) highlight her work in polymer testing, composite science, and materials sustainability. Collaborations include Alessandro Pegoretti, Andrea Dorigato, Haroon Mahmood, and Daniele Rigotti. She investigates coatings, interfacial adhesion, and multifunctional composites using advanced characterization techniques.

Her scientific contributions span:

• Interfacial compatibility in polymer composites
• Self-healing efficiency analysis
• Environmental impact reduction in material processing
• Mechanical property enhancement through fiber modification
• Finite element modeling of stress distribution
• Thermal and electrical coating applications