WS.II - Materials and Technologies


WS.II Innovative Materials and Enabling Technologies for a Sustainable Future 17 September
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WORKSHOP COMMITTEE Claudia Letizia Maddalena BIANCHI, University of Milan PROGRAMME COMMITTEE Melissa Greta GALLONI, University of Milan
This workshop will highlight recent advances at the intersection of materials science and sustainable process technologies, with a focus on environmental remediation, energy applications, and green chemistry. Bringing together leading experts in advanced functional materials and ultrasound-assisted processes, the session will explore how innovation in material design and process intensification can address urgent environmental challenges. Topics will include the development of next-generation adsorbents, (photo)catalysts, and hybrid systems for water purification, pollution control, and resource recovery, as well as the emerging role of ultrasound in enhancing chemical reactivity, nanomaterials synthesis, and wastewater treatment. Special emphasis will be placed on scalable strategies and the integration of these technologies into real-world applications, bridging the gap between fundamental research and industrial implementation. Through a combination of high-level presentations, interactive Q&A sessions, and interdisciplinary dialogue, the workshop aims to provide attendees with a comprehensive view of current trends, technical breakthroughs, and future directions in the field. By fostering collaboration across academia this session will serve as a dynamic platform for advancing sustainable solutions for a cleaner and more resilient planet.

17 September
09:00 - 10:30 Materials for a Cleaner Planet: Innovation and Sustainability 1/2 WS.II.1 - TT.I.C
Chair: Claudia Letizia Maddalena BIANCHI, University of Milan
The first two sessions is dedicated to presenting the latest advancements in the design and application of advanced materials for environmental remediation. With a focus on real-world challenges in water decontamination and energy production, the session will feature high-level presentations from leading experts in materials science, chemistry, and environmental engineering. Speakers will explore state-of-the-art technologies and functional materials — including adsorbents, (photo)catalysts, and hybrid systems — developed to tackle pollution, recover resources, and reduce the environmental footprint. The workshop will emphasize both emerging research and scalable solutions, highlighting strategies that bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and field implementation. Through interdisciplinary dialogue among scientists, and industry experts, this session aims to foster actionable insights and new collaborations. Attendees will benefit from interactive discussions and Q&A moments, gaining a comprehensive perspective on the role of advanced materials in building a cleaner and more sustainable future.
WS.II.1.1 TT.I.C.1	Introductive Keynote Regina de Fátima PERALTA MUNIZ MOREIRA - CV Federal University of Santa Catarina,Florianópolis, SC, Brazil Potential of Industrial Waste-Based Geopolymers: Innovations in Environmental Applications and Catalytic Systems
WS.II.1.2 TT.I.C.2	Ridha DJELLABI - CV Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Passive solar steam generation for environmental remediation and H₂ production
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11:30 - 13:00 Materials for a Cleaner Planet: Innovation and Sustainability 2/2 WS.II.2 - TT.II.C
Chair: Regina de Fátima PERALTA MUNIZ MOREIRA - CV, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil
The first two sessions is dedicated to presenting the latest advancements in the design and application of advanced materials for environmental remediation. With a focus on real-world challenges in water decontamination and energy production, the session will feature high-level presentations from leading experts in materials science, chemistry, and environmental engineering. Speakers will explore state-of-the-art technologies and functional materials — including adsorbents, (photo)catalysts, and hybrid systems — developed to tackle pollution, recover resources, and reduce the environmental footprint. The workshop will emphasize both emerging research and scalable solutions, highlighting strategies that bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and field implementation. Through interdisciplinary dialogue among scientists, and industry experts, this session aims to foster actionable insights and new collaborations. Attendees will benefit from interactive discussions and Q&A moments, gaining a comprehensive perspective on the role of advanced materials in building a cleaner and more sustainable future.
WS.II.2.1 TT.II.C.1	Introductive Keynote Ermelinda FALLETTA - CV Università degli Studi di Milano, Italy Floating Photocatalysts: innovative solar-driven materials for sustainable water remediation. A small step for a big help to vulnerable communities
WS.II.2.2 TT.II.C.2	Alessia GIORDANA - CV Università degli Studi di Torino, Italy The use of metal phosphates as photocatalyst for environmental application
WS.II.2.3 TT.II.C.3	Carlo PIROLA - CV Università degli Studi di Milano, Italy Air purification from organic pollutants by activated carbons and their in situ photoregeneration
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14:00 - 15:30 Harnessing Ultrasound: from Cavitation Science to scalable technologies 1/2 WS.II.3 - TT.III.C
Chair: Roberto GIANNANTONIO - CV, Nanoshuttle srl
The following two sessions will explore the transformative potential of ultrasounds in enabling greener, more efficient chemical processes and materials synthesis. Drawing on recent advances in sonochemistry and cavitation science, the session will bring together top experts and researchers to present high-level insights into the current state of the art, from fundamental mechanisms to practical applications. Topics will include ultrasound-assisted synthesis of nanomaterials, catalytic processes, and wastewater treatment — all under the lens of sustainability and process intensification. By showcasing scalable strategies and novel reactor designs, the workshop will highlight how ultrasound is reshaping traditional approaches to chemistry and materials engineering. Designed to foster dialogue across disciplines, this session invites contributions from academia and industry alike, creating a platform for discussion on how to accelerate the adoption of ultrasonic technologies in real-world contexts. Attendees will engage with experts through in-depth presentations and interactive Q&A sessions, gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges, opportunities, and future directions in this rapidly evolving field.
WS.II.3.1 TT.III.C.1	Introductive Keynote Daria Camila BOFFITO - CV Polytechnique Montréal, Québec, Canada Ultrasound-driven chemical processes: from lab scale to commercial applications
WS.II.3.2 TT.III.C.2	Melissa Greta GALLONI - CV Università degli Studi di Milano Comparative performance of ultrasonic reactors configurations for ibuprofen removal
WS.II.3.3 TT.III.C.3	Alessandro DI MICHELE - CV Università degli Studi di Perugia Sonochemical and mechanochemical as green routes for the preparation of nano layered double hydroxides
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16:00 - 17:30 Harnessing Ultrasound: from Cavitation Science to scalable technologies 2/2 WS.II.4 - TT.IV.C
Chair: Ermelinda FALLETTA - CV, University of Milan
The following two sessions will explore the transformative potential of ultrasounds in enabling greener, more efficient chemical processes and materials synthesis. Drawing on recent advances in sonochemistry and cavitation science, the session will bring together top experts and researchers to present high-level insights into the current state of the art, from fundamental mechanisms to practical applications. Topics will include ultrasound-assisted synthesis of nanomaterials, catalytic processes, and wastewater treatment — all under the lens of sustainability and process intensification. By showcasing scalable strategies and novel reactor designs, the workshop will highlight how ultrasound is reshaping traditional approaches to chemistry and materials engineering. Designed to foster dialogue across disciplines, this session invites contributions from academia and industry alike, creating a platform for discussion on how to accelerate the adoption of ultrasonic technologies in real-world contexts. Attendees will engage with experts through in-depth presentations and interactive Q&A sessions, gaining a deeper understanding of the challenges, opportunities, and future directions in this rapidly evolving field.
WS.II.4.1 TT.IV.C.1	Introductive Keynote Roberto GIANNANTONIO - CV Nanoshuttle srl Turning cavitation into a business opportunity
WS.II.4.2 TT.IV.C.2	Maela MANZOLI - CV Università degli Studi di Torino, Italy Exploiting Ultrasound for the synthesis of nanomaterials: effect on particle dispersion, morphology and crystallinity
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