Luca Guerrini

Luca Guerrini is a Researcher in the Department of Physical and Inorganic Chemistry at Rovira i Virgili University (URV), Tarragona, Spain. He is a member of the Plasmonics and Ultradetection Research Group, focusing on advanced analytical techniques based on surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) and plasmonic nanomaterials.

His research interests lie at the intersection of nanotechnology, spectroscopy, and analytical chemistry, with a strong emphasis on developing ultrasensitive detection platforms for environmental and biomedical applications. Key areas include SERS-based sensing of metal ions, nucleic acids, proteins, exosomes, and cancer biomarkers, often leveraging hybrid materials like metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and functionalized plasmonic nanoparticles.

The recent trend in his publications (2020–2024) shows a consistent focus on enhancing SERS sensitivity and selectivity through innovative nanostructures (e.g., core-satellite assemblies, gold nanostars, hybrid microbeads) and smart functionalization strategies. His work bridges fundamental studies of plasmon-nanoparticle interactions with real-world applications in water quality monitoring and early cancer diagnosis.

Luca Guerrini has made significant contributions to the field of colloidal plasmonics and SERS, with over 15 years of continuous research output. His work supports the development of next-generation optical sensors for environmental and clinical diagnostics.

He advises or collaborates with researchers in the Plasmonics and Ultradetection Group, though specific student names are not listed. His research is supported by institutional affiliations and likely competitive grants, given the volume and quality of his publications.

He is actively involved in laboratory-based research, working with advanced nanofabrication and spectroscopic characterization techniques within the research group environment at URV.