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..
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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.
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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.”
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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