topics & Activities
1. Design and Synthesis of Advanced Inorganic and Hybrid Materials
– Rare-earth zirconates (Ln₂Zr₂O₇)
– Spinel ferrites and magnetic nanoparticles (NiFe₂O₄, MnFe₂O₄, CoFe₂O₄)
– Inorganic–organic hybrids and metallo-complexes
– Establishing structure–property–performance relationships
2. Methodological Innovation in Materials Chemistry
– Wet-chemical synthesis, sol–gel, hydro/solvothermal, and microwave-assisted methods
– Thermal decomposition, and solid-state reactions
3. Applications in Key Sectors
– Energy: Catalysts, functional ceramics
– Biomedicine: Magnetic nanoparticles for imaging, drug delivery, and therapy
– Environment: Photocatalysts and advanced functional oxides for remediation
4. Collaborative and Cross-Disciplinary Projects
– Joint initiatives with national and international academic and industrial partners
– Participation in EU, national, and bilateral research program
5. Education, Training & Outreach
– Supervision of BSc, MSc, and PhD research projects
– Promotion of women in STEM and science diplomacy through outreach events and publications
