Sergio D'ADDATO

Sergio D'Addato is an Associate Professor at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, affiliated with the Department of Physical, Computer and Mathematical Sciences (ex-Physics branch). He specializes in semiconductor physics, synchrotron radiation techniques, and materials science. His research focuses on semiconductor properties, nanostructured materials, and surface physics, with applications in catalysis and optoelectronics.

Teaching responsibilities include courses on Physics of Semiconductors and Synchrotron Radiation: basics and applications for Physics and Computer Science programs. He has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications since 2000, emphasizing experimental and theoretical studies of materials interfaces, nanoparticle behavior, and advanced spectroscopic techniques.

Research interests span semiconductor defect analysis, plasmonic systems, and ultrafast dynamics in nanomaterials. Recent work includes studies on cerium oxide-based catalysts, silver nanoparticle embedding, and synchrotron-based X-ray absorption spectroscopy.

He advises graduate students in experimental condensed matter physics and collaborates with synchrotron facilities. His lab focuses on thin film growth, nanocluster assembly, and catalytic material characterization.