Simone Cailotto

Simone Cailotto is a Researcher at the Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His work focuses on sustainable chemistry, organic synthesis of renewable molecules, and nanomaterials such as carbon dots and lignin derivatives.

• Education: Master's Degree in Chemistry and Sustainable Technologies, Ca' Foscari University (2015); Degree in Chemistry and Materials Chemistry, University of Bologna (2013).
• Professional Experience: Research period at the University of Sydney (2017); Organic Chemistry Laboratory Tutor (2016); Internships in soil analysis and organic chemistry.

His research spans lignin valorization, eco-friendly polymer composites, and photocatalytic applications of carbon dots in wastewater treatment, cancer nanomedicine, and organic synthesis. Publications highlight his expertise in sustainable strategies, chemical characterization techniques (HPLC, TEM, SEM), and enzymatic systems for biomass conversion.

Key trends in his work include the use of carbon dots as versatile nanomaterials and the exploration of lignin-derived nanostructures for functional applications. His skills in nuclear magnetic resonance, UV-VIS/IR spectroscopy, and analytical separation methods underpin his contributions to green chemistry and industrial processes.

Simone collaborates across disciplines, applying his technical knowledge in chemical analysis, industrial technologies, and computational tools (ChemOffice, MATLAB) to advance sustainable materials science.