ANTIOXIDANTS. Study of polyphenolic derivatives and of the
cooperative effects among the oxydrylic groups present in these
molecules. Investigations of the synergistic interactions in
mixtures of polyphenols. Rational design of new antioxidants.
OXIDATION of NATURAL PRODUCTS. Study of the reaction of oxidizable
natural compounds, such as garlic sulfides, with free radicals.
RADICALS in BIOLOGY. Study of the radical reactions catalyzed by
enzymes, by using model systems.
NANO-ANTIOXIDANTS. Study of the
reaction with free radicals of nanoparticles functionalized with
antioxidants.