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Italy
Raman and Energy group –Department of Engineering and Architecture, University of Trieste
Research and education on advanced technical ceramics
Director : Prof. Valter Sergo
Email : sergo@units.it
Address : Department of Engineering and Architecture Via Valerio 6/a I-34127 Trieste
Website : www.units.it
Director : Dr Eng. Vanni Lughi
Research topics :
- Spectroscopic characterization of ceramics: phase and stress analysis by means of Raman and fluorescence spectroscopy; determination of active ceramics for bone substitution and drug delivery systems.
Contact information
Prof. Valter Sergo
tel : +39 040 5583702
- Materials for energy applications: synthesis and characterization of nanostructured functional materials, based on colloidal ceramic nanopowders, with engineered optoelectronic properties
Contact information:
Dr Eng. Vanni Lughi
Tel: +39 040 5583769
Exceptional facilities :
- Raman microprobe in back scattered configuration with mappaing capability and 4 excitation lines (420, 513, 633 and 785 nm).
- Facility for synthesis and characterization nanostructured colloidal materials
- Laboratory for characterization of photovoltaic devices under real testing conditions
Financial support programmes :
- LONGLIFE EU program 2012-2015
Latest news
YCN Newsletter 27 - YCN Committee member - Welcome to Aleksandra Milojkovic
It is a true honor to introduce myself as the new Committee Member of the Young Ceramists Network.
YCN Newsletter 27 - Expert opinion - Nicola Döbelin, PhD
Why Crystal Structure Matters: Decoding the Performance of Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials
In the world of calcium phosphate biomaterials, crystal structure is often the silent driver behind a material’s success—or failure. Whether we are developing bone graft substitutes or studying bioceramic interactions at the tissue interface, understanding the underlying crystal lattice isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.
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