Την Τρίτη, 18 Φεβρουαρίου 2025, ώρα 3:00 μμ, θα πραγματοποιηθεί τηλεδιάλεξη με θέμα:
“Soft Things for Hard Analysis: Hydrogels in (Bio)Sensing”
Προσκεκλημένος ομιλητής: Marco Consumi, Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology Chemistry and Pharmacy, University of Siena, Italy.
Η τηλεδιάλεξη πραγματοποιείται στο πλαίσιο του μεταπτυχιακού προγράμματος ‘Αναλυτική Χημεία & Νανοτεχνολογία’, καλύπτει διεπιστημονική ερευνητική δραστηριότητα και απευθύνεται σε ευρύ ακροατήριο.
Σύνδεσμος:
https://upatras-gr.zoom.us/j/91560780300?pwd=YmF2RkZ1ZHBINnBYeURyZXpmbU5ZQT09
Meeting ID: 915 6078 0300
Passcode: 980266
Short CV
With expertise in bio-interfacing polymers and sensors, Prof. Marco Consumi leverages the versatility of soft materials to impart (bio)sensors with groundbreaking functionalities aimed at enhancing human health. Prof. Consumi earned his Ph.D. in Biomaterials in the early 2000s. Following his postdoctoral research, he secured a position as Associate Professor of Analytical Chemistry at the University of Siena. Recently, he has initiated new research endeavours focused on the application of advanced smart materials, including nanoparticles, 3D scaffolds, thin films/coatings, and composite materials. These efforts target, but are not limited to, areas such as biosensing, drug delivery, functional coatings, agri-food analysis, and waste treatment. He has co-authored over 70 publications in peer-reviewed journals and has been actively involved in numerous national and international funded projects.
Abstract
Hydrogels, known for their softness and remarkable versatility, have become indispensable materials in the field of advanced sensor and biosensor technologies. These fascinating materials are distinguished by their unique properties, including exceptional water absorption and retention capabilities, outstanding biocompatibility with biological systems, and a high degree of mechanical flexibility. These characteristics make hydrogels particularly well suited for the precise detection and analysis of a wide range of chemical, biological, and environmental signals. In recent years, the integration of hydrogels into sensing platforms has opened new horizons for addressing analytical challenges that were once considered insurmountable. Their ability to respond dynamically to various stimuli, such as pH, temperature, current and specific biomolecular interactions, further underscores their versatility. Throughout the presentation, we will examine the fundamental principles underlying the design and fabrication of hydrogel-based sensing systems, explore the mechanisms by which they operate, and showcase diverse applications across fields such as medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and industrial processes. By shedding light on both their strengths and potential limitations, we aim to underscore the significant contribution of hydrogels to modern analytical science.
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