Mario Caironi

Mario Caironi is a faculty member at Politecnico di Milano, affiliated with the Department of Electronics, Information, and Bioengineering (DEIB). His research focuses on advancing printed, flexible, and sustainable electronic technologies, with applications ranging from edible electronics to environmental restoration.

His research interests include:

• Printed and Organic Electronics
• Flexible and Wearable Devices
• Biodegradable and Transient Electronics
• Chitosan-based and Food-safe Electronic Systems
• Thermoelectric Materials on Flexible Substrates
• Perovskite Photodetectors and Energy Devices

Recent publications highlight a strong trend toward sustainable and bio-integrated electronics, with interdisciplinary applications in marine biology (e.g., coral reef restoration) and food technology (e.g., edible logic circuits). His work combines advanced materials synthesis, device fabrication, and characterization of electronic performance under real-world conditions.

Notable scientific contributions are published in top-tier journals including Advanced Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, and ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. While specific awards are not listed, his consistent high-impact output suggests recognition in the field of materials and electronic engineering.

Mario Caironi leads a research group involved in multiple collaborative projects, supervising students and working with international partners such as the University of Manchester and University of Colorado Boulder. His lab focuses on developing next-generation electronic materials that are not only high-performing but also environmentally responsible. Funding likely comes from EU research programs and national grants supporting sustainable technology innovation.