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Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna, Department of Chemistry “Giacomo Ciamician”

General Information

Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna
Department of Chemistry “Giacomo Ciamician”
Via Selmi 2 - 40126 Bologna (BO)
Web site: https://chemistry.unibo.it/en/index.html
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Contacts
Prof. Marco LUCARINI
+39 0512099545

Detailed information

Staff
24 Full Professors
42 Associate Professors
21 Researchers
33 Structured and Administrative Technicians, Services
Registered students
752 (Academic year 2023/2024)
Post Lauream Training
125 enrolled in doctoral programs in Chemistry and Nanoscience
11 enrolled in II level Master in Materials and processes for the production of biomedical devices for the health sector
41 Research fellows
Patents
100

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Sistemi fotoattivi

Photoactive System for Energy Conversion and Imaging
Paola Ceroni (+39 0512099535)
paola.ceroni@unibo.it
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Nanoplastics

Fluorescent Systems for the detection of Micro- and nanoplastics
Luca Prodi (+39 0512099481)
luca.prodi@unibo.it
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Sostenibilità energetica

Environmental and economical sustainability of production and end-of-life management of batteries, supercapacitors, fuel cells
Francesca Soavi (+39 0512099797)
francesca.soavi@unibo.it
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Sistemi fotoattivi

Design and characterization of photochromic systems in solution and in liposomal membranes
Serena Silvi (+39 0512099463)
serena.silvi@unibo.it
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Sistemi organizzati

Synthesis and characterization of supramolecular systems and materials
Stefano Masiero (+39 0512095682)
stefano.masiero@unibo.it
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Spectroscopy

Use and development of spectroscopic methods and models for the characterization of molecules and molecular aggregates and the analysis of complex mixtures
Sonia Melandri (+39 0512099480)
sonia.melandri@unibo.it
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Oligopeptides

Design and synthesis of peptides, oligonucloetides and their bioactive mimetics as receptor ligands or enzymatic inhibitors
Alessandra Tolomelli (+39 0512099575)
alessandra.tolomelli@unibo.it
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Biomimetics

Design and development of new materials with applications as biomaterials for hard tissue replacement. Characterization of the solid state.
Elisa Boanini (+39 0512099548)
elisa.boanini@unibo.it
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Polymeric materials

Structure-property-processing correlation of polymers. Development of biomaterials, biobased and biodegradable polymers, functional polymers
Maria Letizia Focarete (+39 0512099577)
marialetizia.focarete@unibo.it
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Energy materials

Materials for energy storage and conversion systems. Electrochemical characterization of interphases, materials and devices
Catia Arbizzani (+39 0512099798)
catia.arbizzani@unibo.it
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Luminescent biosensors

Miniaturized luminescent analytical devices and biosensors for point-of-care/use application in clinical, agrifood and environmental fields
Massimo Guardigli (+39 0512099450)
massimo.guardigli@unibo.it
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Organic catalysis

Laboratory of Asymmetric Synthesis and Catalysis (LACS): Design and realization of sustainable synthetic organic methodologie by measn of catalytic tools.
Marco Bandini (+39 0512099751)
marco.bandini@unibo.it
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Chemiometry

Development of chemical analysis methods using multivariate statistical analysis and design of experiments
Dora Melucci (+39 0512099530)
dora.melucci@unibo.it
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Bio-nanosystems

Analytical Methods for Nano and Bioscience. Separation and dimensional, morophological and functional characterization of nano and biosystems.
Pierluigi Reschiglian (+39 0512099564)
pierluigi.reschiglian@unibo.it
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Molecular materials

Electrocatalysis and biosensors. Electrochemical properties of metals and nanocarbons. Electrochemiluminescence and scanning probe microscopies
Francesco Paolucci (+39 0512099460)
francesco.paolucci@unibo.it
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Organic materials

Solid state characterization of organic molecular material for eletronic and optoeletronic: structure determination by means of X-ray diffraction ( single crystal and powder), calorimetric technique.
Lucia Maini (+39 0512099597)
l.maini@unibo.it
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Molecular materials

Modeling functional and redox-active organic molecular materials for applications in electronics, optoelectronics and batteries
Fabrizia Negri (+39 0512099471)
fabrizia.negri@unibo.it
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Cultural heritage

Development of advanced analytical protocols to study artistici, hystorical, archaeological samples; development of advanced methods for the conservation-restoration of works or art
Rocco Mazzeo (+39 0512099532)
rocco.mazzeo@unibo.it
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Crystal engineering

Solid state screening of crystal forms of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (polymorphs, solvates, salts and cocrystals) by means of crystallographic and calorimetric methods - preparation and characterization of cocrystals and other aggregates
Fabrizia Grepioni (+39 0512099556)
fabrizia.grepioni@unibo.it
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Sustainable biomaterials

Advanced biomaterials from sustainable raw materials and industrial wastes for bone, osteo-cartilage tissue regeneration and wound dressing. Functionalization with active molecules and drugs
Silvia Panzavolta (+39 0512099566)
silvia.panzavolta@unibo.it
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Hyperspectral methods

Development and application of hyperspectral, spectroscopic methods both non destructive and microdestructive for the characterisation of materials in the environmenla, clinical, forensic and industrial field
Rocco Mazzeo (+39 0512099532)
rocco.mazzeo@unibo.it
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Organic synthesis

Design and development of new protocols and synthetic methodologies for the preparation of organic molecules having practical applications, with particular attention to sustainability and efficiency.
Marco Lombardo (+39 0512099544)
marco.lombardo@unibo.it
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Green pharmaceutical chemistry

Green Approach to drug discovery & Industrial pharmaceutical processes
Walter Cabri (+39 0512099575)
walter.cabri@unibo.it
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Portable sensors

Point of Care devices for Medical Diagnostics
Luca Prodi (+39 0512099481)
luca.prodi@unibo.it
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Antioxidants

Inhibition of the peroxidation of natural and synthetic materials, development of new antioxidants for food, cosmetics and plastics and organic materials
Luca Valgimigli (+39 0512095683)
luca.valgimigli@unibo.it
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Sustainable chemistry

Valorization of renewable sources in eco-compatible solvents to obtain chemical compounds and materials
Guido Galletti (+39 0512099459)
guido.galletti@unibo.it
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Environmental chemistry

Air quality (outdoor/indoor), Airborne particulate matter, Environmental impact studies (air, soil, water), Interactions between air pollution and materials, Environmental radioactivity, radioactivity in industrial processes, products and wastes
Laura Tositti (+39 0512099488)
laura.tositti@unibo.it
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Free radicals

Synthesis and characterization of supramolecular structures containing free radicals. Use of EPR spectroscopy for the characterization of supramolecular architectures
Marco Lucarini (+39 0512095691)
marco.lucarini@unibo.it
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Molecular machines

Design and characterization of artificial molecular machines
Serena Silvi (+39 0512099463)
serena.silvi@unibo.it
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Other R&D organizations

Center for Chemical Catalysis-C3
The Center “C3” originates from the extensive research themes on chemical catalysis of the Department of Chemistry “Giacomo Ciamician” and the Department of Industrial Chemistry “Toso Montanari” of Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna. The center is characterized by interdisciplinary expertise (electro and photo-catalysis asymmetric catalysis, biocatalysis, homogenous and heterogeneous catalysis and computational investigations related to catalytic transformations) that aim to address scientific challenges related to chemical sustainability at national as well as international level
Contacts: Marco Bandini (Co-Director) (+39 0512099751) - marco.bandini@unibo.it
Web site: https://centri.unibo.it/c3/en
CIRI - Aerospace
Interdepartmental Center for Industrial Research of the University of Bologna, which works in the fields of aeronautics, aerospace, metropolitan mobility, energy systems, advanced materials and mechanical systems, sensors technologies, nautical and ground transportation
Contacts: Sonia Melandri (+39 0512099480) - sonia.melandri@unibo.it
Luca Evangelisti (+39 0512099500) - luca.evangelisti6@unibo.it
Assimo Maris (+39 0512099502) - assimo.maris@unibo.it
Mara Mirasoli (+39 0512099533) - mara.mirasoli@unibo.it

Web site: https://centri.unibo.it/aerospace/en
CIRI – Agrifood
Interdepartmental Center for Industrial Research of the University of Bologna for industrial agri-food research. The activity of the agri-food CIRI is directed towards two research areas: "Process area, food, consumption and health" and "Bioanalytical Area, bioactivity, microbiology and valorization of microorganisms for industrial purposes". The research focuses on improving the shelf -life, process optimization, quality control techniques, traceability and safety, on the packaging of food products and on the development of new functional foods and nutraceuticals
Contacts: Martina Zangheri (+39 0541/21847) - martina.zangheri2@unibo.it
Sonia Melandri (+39 0512099480) - sonia.melandri@unibo.it
Dora Melucci (+39 0512099530) - dora.melucci@unibo.it

Web site: https://centri.unibo.it/agroalimentare/it
CIRI - Renewable Sources, Environment, Sea and Energy
Interdepartmental Research Center for Energy and the Environment. Develops applied research activities of industrial interest for the entire sector of the energy supply chain, optimization of production processes and human activities, waste management, renewable sources
Contacts: Emilio Tagliavini (+39 0512099526) - emilio.tagliavini@unibo.it
Paola Galletti (+39 0512099515) - paola.galletti@unibo.it
Daniele Fabbri (+39 0541  434486) - dani.fabbri@unibo.it
Cristian Torri (+39 0544 937351) - cristian.torri@unibo.it 
Web site: https://centri.unibo.it/frame/it
CIRI - Advanced Applications in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Technology
Interdepartmental Center for Industrial Research of the University of Bologna, which works in the filed of advanced applications in mechanical engineering and materials technology
Contacts: Claudia Tomasini (+39 0512099486) - claudia.tomasini@unibo.it
Chiara Gualandi (+39 0512099572) - c.gualandi@unibo.it
Web site: http://www.mam.unibo.it/it/meccanica-avanzata-e-materiali
CIRI - Health Sciences & Technologies
The Health Sciences & Technologies CIRI brings together biomedical and technological knowledge that covers the whole range of research and development, from the laboratory bench to the bed and the patient's home
Contacts: Luca Prodi (+39 0512099481) - luca.prodi@unibo.it
Maria Letizia Focarete (+39 0512099577) - marialetizia.focarete@unibo.it

Web site: http://www.tecnologie-salute.unibo.it/

Collaborations with companies

  • Alfasigma S.p.A.
  • B-PLAS sbrl
  • BASF Italia S.p.A.
  • BIONIKS S.R.L.
  • DAVINES SPA
  • CHEMESSENTIA SRL
  • Dompé Farmaceutici SpA
  • ECOMAVI SRL UNIPERSONALE
  • FERRARI SPA
  • FINCERAMICA FAENZA S.p.A
  • GLUETON SRL
  • INTERTEK ITALIA SPA
  • NEWCHEM S.p.A.
  • PERSONAL GENOMICS SRL
  • POLYCRYSTALLINE SPA
  • SAATI S.P.A.
  • SACMI Imola S.C.
  • SCUDERIA ALPHATAURI S.P.A.

Pubblicazioni

  • A. Zanut et al. “Insights into the mechanism of coreactant electrochemiluminescence facilitating enhanced bioanalytical performance” Nature Communications volume 11, Article number: 2668 (2020)
  • M. Monari et al. “Structure and Thermal Stability of Two Estetrol Solvates” Crystals 2023, 13(8), 1211
  • L. Ferrazzano et al. “Sustainability in peptide chemistry: current synthesis and purification technologies and future challenges.” Green Chemistry 2022, 24,975
  • T. Fantoni et al. “Palladium catalyst recycling for Heck‐Cassar‐Sonogashira cross coupling reactions in the green N‐hydrohyethyl pyrrolidone/water/N,N,N’,N’‐tetramethyl guanidine blend.” ChemSusChem 2021, 14, 2591–2600
  • L. Dall’Olio et al. “Direct Derivation of the Crystalline Fraction of Highly Potent Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients by X-Ray Powder Diffraction” Eur. J. Pharm. Sci. 2021, 159, 105692
  • V. Marassi et al. “FFF-based high-throughput sequence shortlisting to support the development of aptamer-based analytical strategies” Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry (2022) 414 (18), pp. 5519 – 5527
  • V. Marassi et al. “An ultracentrifugation – hollow-fiber flow field-flow fractionation orthogonal approach for the purification and mapping of extracellular vesicle subtypes” (2021) Journal of Chromatography A, 1638, art. no. 461861.
 

More info

In the laboratories, in addition to research and teaching activities, experimental activities are carried out relating to consultancy and agreements that the Department stipulates with Companies, Public Bodies and other clients. - https://chimica.unibo.it/it/terza-missione/servizi-alle-imprese