Ornella Fichera

Ornella Fichera is an active researcher specializing in nanoparticle generation, radiation therapy, and material science. Her work spans biomedical applications of gold nanoparticles for cancer treatment and industrial risk assessment of nanomaterials in spray coating processes. She has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications and participated in international conferences.

• Education: Master of Chemistry

Research Focus

Ornella's research primarily explores:

• Nanoparticle behavior in proton therapy for cancer treatment
• Risk evaluation of atomized nanomaterials in industrial coatings
• Surface characterization of gold and titanium dioxide nanoparticles

Key Publications

Her 2019 studies in Nanomedicine and Applied Nanoscience investigate nanoparticle radiosensitization mechanisms and paint nanomaterial stability, while her 2017 conference poster initiates safety protocols for atomization processes.

Awards

• Best Poster Award (2017)

Collaborative Networks

Active collaborator in projects like NANOGECO and Bdelloid rotifer Adineta vaga radiation studies, working with researchers across Belgium and international partners.