About us

Driven by curiosity.
Focused on impact.
Research that transforms the world.

At Nano Smart Materials, we believe that true innovation happens at the intersection of disciplines. Our multidisciplinary research combines physics, engineering, biology, nanofabrication, advanced characterization, and data science to tackle complex scientific challenges. This integrative approach allows us to design next-generation nanoscale devices with real-world applications in health, environment, and technology..

A few things we’re great at

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Physics

We explore nanoscale phenomena to design applied scientific solutions in advanced materials and devices.

Engineering

We develop functional systems through design, simulation, and control of emerging technologies in nanomaterials.

Biology

We integrate biology and nanotechnology to create innovative tools for diagnostics, therapies, and molecular detection.

Nanodevice Fabrication

We fabricate nanoscale structures and sensors with precision for applications in health, environment, and electronics.

CHARACTERIZATION

We use advanced techniques (AFM, SEM, Raman) to analyze physical, chemical, and optical properties of nanomaterials and devices.

DATA ANALYSIS

We apply artificial intelligence and machine learning to extract patterns, optimize processes, and predict behaviors in nanosystems.

Portfolio

We don’t just do research — we create the future.

Our Team

“A diverse team of scientists united by innovation, curiosity, and the drive to create knowledge that transforms society.” 

Lucia Peti

Team Leader Researcher

Massimo Rippa 

Researcher

Valentina Marchesano

Researcher

Domenico Sagnelli

Researcher

Bryan Guilcapi

Post-Doc Researcher

Alessia Milano

Post-Doc Researcher

 Amalia D’Avino

Ph.D. Student 

Our Collaborators

“We proudly collaborate with leading institutions and experts to drive innovation and impact.”

Ivan Salvatore Perrotta

Biotechnician – OPUS Automazione

Giovanna Palermo

Assistant Professor – Università della Calabria

Maurizio Brigotti

Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna (DIMEC)

Stefano Morabito

Director, European Reference Laboratory for E. coli and Director, Microbiological food safety – Istituto Superiore di Sanità 

SONG Weijie

Professor – Flexible Optoelectronic Material Group-Ningbo Institute of Industrial Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences 

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