Full professor at Politecnico di Torino, Department of Applied Science and Technology with expertise on functional and structural ceramic materials, functional coatings and nano-material.

Full professor at University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Department of Engineering, with expertise in modification and formulation of thermosetting resins, thermoplastic polymers and nano-composite.

10 years as entrepreneur and consultant on additive manufacturing and application of 3D printing. 20 years as General Manager in manufacturing industry, innovative industrial processes.

10 years as advisor for SMEs development, 20 years in implementing open innovation through the use of public European funding programmes at European level.