Luca Rivoira

Luca Rivoira is a Type B fixed-term researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Turin. His research focuses on Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, and Pollution Control, with a particular emphasis on sustainable solutions for environmental challenges such as microplastic contamination, wastewater treatment, and the development of eco-friendly materials. His work often addresses the analysis of pollutants in various matrices and their impacts on human and environmental health.

Research Interests:

• Development and application of analytical techniques for the detection of pollutants in environmental and biological samples.
• Study of microplastics in marine and agricultural environments, including their sources, distribution, and mitigation strategies.
• Research on water treatment technologies, including the use of biochar and advanced sorbents for contaminant removal.
• Investigation of sustainable materials, such as water-based electrolytes for dye-sensitized solar cells.
• Environmental risk assessment of persistent organic pollutants and heavy metals in wastewater sludge and consumer products.

Recent Research Trends: His recent publications highlight a focus on environmental sustainability, with studies on microplastic contamination in feeds and agricultural practices, the development of eco-friendly electrolytes for renewable energy applications, and the optimization of analytical methods for detecting emerging pollutants in water and food matrices.

Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

Advising and Grants: While specific grant details or student advisees are not listed, his research activities suggest involvement in collaborative projects related to environmental chemistry and sustainable technologies.

Labs and Teams: Affiliated with the Department of Chemistry at the University of Turin, contributing to research groups focused on Analytical, Environmental, and Cultural Heritage Chemistry.