Luca Catarinucci

Luca Catarinucci is an Associate Professor in Electromagnetic Fields (ING-INF/02) at the University of Salento's Department of Innovation Engineering. He leads courses in Microwaves and Electromagnetic Solutions for Hi-Tech, focusing on IoT, RFID, and 3D-printed electronic devices. His research spans electromagnetic interactions with biological systems, RFID sensor integration, and additive manufacturing for high-frequency applications. He has co-authored over 200 publications, including 80+ journal articles and 4 book chapters, and holds patents in RFID technology. His work bridges academic research and industry applications, emphasizing practical solutions for wireless communication and environmental monitoring.

Education: Laurea in Electrical Engineering from the University of Perugia (1998). Professional roles include Researcher at the University of Salento (2004–2015) and collaboration with ICEMB (Interuniversity Center for Electromagnetic Field Studies). His expertise includes electromagnetic simulation, antenna design, and IoT-enabled systems.

Research interests: RFID technology, IoT infrastructure, microwave engineering, 3D-printed antennas, and electromagnetic characterization of novel materials. Projects include smart waste management systems, thermal comfort monitoring, and worker safety solutions using RFID and sensor networks.

Labs/Teams: Part of the Department of Innovation Engineering's research groups focused on electromagnetic design, IoT, and additive manufacturing. Collaborates with industry partners on projects involving 3D-printed RF devices and energy-autonomous sensors.