Luigi Botta

Luigi Botta is an Associate Professor at the Department of Engineering, University of Palermo (Italy), specializing in Materials Science and Polymer Engineering. He holds a Chemical Engineering degree from the University of Palermo's Faculty of Engineering (2004) and has conducted research on polymer blends, biodegradable materials, and sustainable technologies.

His research focuses on developing eco-friendly materials for food packaging, recycling strategies for polymers, and nanocomposite systems with antimicrobial properties. Notable contributions include studies on compatibilized polymer blends, biocomposites using agricultural by-products, and biodegradable packaging systems with antifungal/antibacterial agents.

Botta teaches courses such as Biomaterials for Food Packaging and Materials Science and Technology, targeting Agri-Food Science and Biomedical Engineering students. His publications emphasize sustainable materials, recycling challenges, and the integration of natural additives into polymer matrices.

No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials, but his work aligns with environmental sustainability goals, particularly in circular economy applications.