Luca Pasquini (born in Bologna, May 16, 1970) has been a Full Professor at the University of Bologna since 2024, after serving as Associate Professor from 2016. He graduated in Physics from the University of Bologna in 1994 with honors and earned his PhD in Physics in 1999, with a thesis on the synthesis and mechanical and magnetic properties of nanostructured materials.
During his postdoctoral period, he conducted international research, including six months at the University of Stuttgart and six months at the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility in Grenoble, studying structural stability, lattice dynamics, and electronic properties of nanophase materials and nanocrystalline metals.
From 2005, he worked for nearly three years in industry as a system integrator, developing measurement and automation applications, particularly in the automotive sector. In 2007 he joined the Department of Physics at the University of Bologna as a scientific technician coordinating the research support team; in 2008 he became a Researcher, confirmed in 2011.
Research Profile
His research explores the world of nanoscale materials, focusing on nanoparticles and nanostructures to understand how structure affects material properties and performance. His main interests include:
His work integrates advanced synthesis, detailed characterization, and mechanistic studies, with experience in modern methodologies and large-scale experimental facilities, including synchrotron light sources, neutron sources, and electron microscopy. He has coordinated European projects and held leadership roles in international networks on hydrogen materials and sustainable energy conversion.
He is the author of approximately 135 peer-reviewed publications and has presented at around 40 international conferences. His scientific contributions are recognized with an h-index of 36 (Google Scholar) and 32 (Scopus).
Teaching Responsibilities
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Teaching delegate at the Department of Physics and Astronomy
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Lecturer in Physics, Thermodynamics, Structure of Matter, and Laboratory of Electromagnetism and Optics
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Supervisor of approximately 30 Bachelor theses and 30 Master theses
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Supervisor of 6 PhD theses
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Member of the Doctoral Board in Nanosciences for Medicine and Environment
