Raffaello Potestio

Raffaello Potestio is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Trento and serves as Coordinator of the Doctoral Course in Physics. His research focuses on molecular dynamics, soft matter physics, and computational modeling of biological systems. He teaches courses such as Physics 2 (electromagnetism fundamentals), Multi-scale Methods in Soft Matter Physics, and Statistical Mechanics, emphasizing theoretical and computational approaches. His work integrates advanced simulation techniques, including adaptive resolution methods, to study complex systems like proteins, DNA, and viral capsids. He has contributed to tools like EXCOGITO for coarse-grained modeling and explored topics ranging from knot interactions in polymers to chromatin mechanics in diseases. His research bridges theoretical physics with applications in biophysics, materials science, and epidemiology.

Education details are not explicitly provided in the text. His teaching activities span undergraduate and graduate levels, with a focus on equipping students with analytical and computational skills for modern physics challenges. His publications highlight contributions to multiscale modeling frameworks, protein dynamics, and data-driven analysis of mobility patterns during the pandemic. Collaborations involve interdisciplinary teams addressing both fundamental and applied questions in physics and biology.

Labs and teams associated with his work include computational physics groups at the University of Trento, though specific lab names are not mentioned. His research emphasizes the development of novel algorithms and their application to diverse systems, reflecting a commitment to advancing both methodological and applied aspects of theoretical and computational physics.