University of Rome Tor Vergata - Italy
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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Prof. Dr. Marilena Carbone’s academic journey began with a strong foundation in chemistry, where she developed a deep interest in material science and its applications. Her early academic pursuits were focused on understanding the synthesis and characterization of complex materials, leading her to explore hybrid organic-inorganic materials, nanoparticles, and nanomaterials. She pursued advanced studies in this field, ultimately shaping her research interests towards the synthesis, functionalization, and characterization of various nanomaterials, including carbon quantum dots and metal oxide nanoparticles.
💼 Professional Endeavors
Prof. Dr. Carbone’s professional endeavors have spanned multiple facets of academia and research. As a faculty member at the University of Tor Vergata, she has contributed significantly to the advancement of material science. She has played pivotal roles in various financed projects, including serving as the Principal Investigator for PRIN2022 GREEN3, a project focused on the synthesis of sustainable materials. Additionally, she led SPECTRAFOOD (2020-2022), a project focusing on food quality control and contaminants detection via fluorescence. Her expertise in advanced laser treatments and spectroscopic analysis has driven her to explore cutting-edge applications in catalysis, biomedical fields, and environmental detection.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Prof. Dr. Carbone’s contributions to material science are vast, with a specific focus on the synthesis and functionalization of hybrid organic-inorganic materials, metal oxide nanoparticles, and carbon nanomaterials. Her research has explored the interaction between carbon quantum dots and metal oxide nanoparticles and their application in catalysis, biomedical diagnostics, and environmental detection, particularly in food safety and heavy metal detection. She has also contributed to the application of femtosecond lasers in ink treatments and surface manipulation of semiconductors. Her work in utilizing femtosecond lasers has led to significant advancements in high-resolution surface spectroscopy and microscopy, especially in photoemission and scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) of silicon surfaces.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Prof. Dr. Carbone’s impact and influence in the scientific community are demonstrated by her substantial contributions to various research areas, particularly in nanomaterials, spectroscopy, and femtosecond laser applications. Her work has been widely cited, and her research continues to influence both academic and industrial applications in catalysis, biomedical diagnostics, and food quality control. As a member of multiple institutional commissions and an active educator, she has shaped the curriculum in chemistry and pharmacy at the University of Tor Vergata. Her leadership in various projects and committees has had a lasting impact on the development of new research pathways and teaching methodologies in material science.
🏆Academic Cites
With 136 published papers and an h-index of 35, Prof. Dr. Carbone’s work has received over 3,200 citations on Scopus. Her contributions to the fields of nanomaterials, spectroscopy, and femtosecond lasers have been recognized globally, placing her among the top 2% of scientists in 2021, 2022, and 2023. The widespread citation of her work underscores the significance of her research and its broad application in multiple industries.
🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions
Looking to the future, Prof. Dr. Carbone aims to continue her pioneering work in the synthesis of advanced materials and their applications in various fields, including catalysis, biomedicine, and environmental monitoring. Her future contributions are expected to expand the scope of femtosecond laser applications in material science and technology, particularly in the precision treatment of surfaces and the development of new diagnostic tools. She will continue to mentor young researchers and drive innovative research, further cementing her legacy as a leader in her field.
📝Femtosecond Lasers
Prof. Dr. Carbone’s innovative use of femtosecond lasers in material synthesis and surface manipulation has been a key focus of her research. Her application of femtosecond lasers in ink treatments and semiconductor surface manipulation has led to breakthroughs in material characterization and the development of new technologies. As femtosecond lasers continue to shape the future of material science, Prof. Dr. Carbone’s research is poised to further advance the field, creating new possibilities for diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and catalysis.
Notable Publication
📝Heck reaction between free base 2-Br-porphyrin and vinyl-ferrocene derivatives. Electrochemical and spectroscopic characterization of β-functionalised alpha and trans-vinyl-ferrocene porphyrin derivatives. A comparative study
Authors: Demingo, M., Lembo, A., Petrella, G., Cicero, D.O., Tagliatesta, P.
Journal: New Journal of Chemistry
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
📝Voronoi Tessellation as a Tool for Predicting the Formation of Deep Eutectic Solvents
Authors: Cappelluti, F., Gontrani, L., Mariani, A., Carbone, M., Bonomo, M.
Journal: Journal of Chemical Information and Modeling
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
📝Ionic Twin Nanostructural Comparison: Propylammonium Butanoate vs. Butylammonium Propanoate and Their Interactions with Water
Authors: Salma, U., Plechkova, N.V., Gontrani, L., Carbone, M.
Journal: Materials
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
📝Metal Ion Microwave-Assisted Depolymerization of Poly(Ethylene Terephthalate): A Zinc Salts-Based Deep Eutectic Solvent as Case Study
Authors: Ricci, C., Gontrani, L., Bauer, E.M., Casoli, L., Carbone, M.
Journal: Crystals
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
📝Green zinc/galactomannan-based hydrogels push up the photovoltage of quasi-solid aqueous dye-sensitized solar cells
Authors: Segura Zarate, A.Y., Gontrani, L., Galliano, S., Bonomo, M., Carbone, M.
Journal: Solar Energy
Year: 2024
Citations: 4
📝Inulin-Coated ZnO Nanoparticles: A Correlation between Preparation and Properties for Biostimulation Purposes
Authors: Gontrani, L., Bauer, E.M., Casoli, L., Quaranta, S., Carbone, M.
Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Year: 2024
Citations: 3