Sapienza University of Rome Italy
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🎓 Academic Background
Dr. Sara Cerra earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences in 2022 from Sapienza University of Rome. Currently, she is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Chemistry, Sapienza University of Rome (Italy), where she continues her groundbreaking research in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization.
🔬 Research Focus & Expertise
Dr. Cerra’s research is dedicated to the synthesis and characterization of noble metal nanoparticles, metal oxide nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles, and nanohybrids. She specializes in their surface functionalization using both hydrophilic and hydrophobic ligands, enabling structure-property correlation studies and improving their physicochemical properties. Her research has applications in optoelectronics, sensing, nanomedicine, and biotechnology. During her Ph.D. and postdoctoral work, she pioneered the surface functionalization of colloidal nanoparticles, revealing critical insights into their surface properties. One of her major achievements includes the synthesis of nanoparticles with mixed functionalization, enhancing their colloidal stability. Additionally, she explored the design of bifunctional organic and organometallic ligands, leading to the creation of covalent nanoparticle networks with unique optoelectronic properties.
🏆 Recognitions & Awards
Dr. Cerra has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to nanomaterials research. In 2022, she received the prestigious “FareRicerca” award. Furthermore, her paper, “Hydrophilic Gold Nanoparticles as Anti-PD-L1 Antibody Carriers: Synthesis and Interface Properties,” was honored with the “Top Cited Article 2021-2022” recognition by the journal Part. Part. Syst. Charact..
🏛 Professional Memberships
Dr. Cerra is an active member of the Inorganic Chemistry Division of the Italian Chemical Society (SCI) since 2019. Through her membership, she continues to engage with the scientific community, contributing to advancements in nanoscience and material chemistry.
🚀 Impact & Future Contributions
Dr. Sara Cerra’s innovative research in nanoparticles and nanohybrids is paving the way for new materials with advanced applications in healthcare, electronics, and sustainable technologies. Her contributions to nanomedicine, optoelectronics, and sensing technologies highlight her role as a pioneer in the field of functional nanomaterials.
Notable Publications📖
📖Ag-Decorated Titania Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Applications
- Authors: Martina Mercurio, Farid Hajareh Haghighi, Francesca Ubaldi, Sara Cerra, Maria Luisa Astolfi, Roberto Matassa, Chiara Battocchio, Martina Marsotto, Cinzia De Angelis, Sara Della Monaca et al.
Journal: ACS Applied Nano Materials
Year: 2024
📖Biochar/Biopolymer Composites for Potential In Situ Groundwater Remediation
- Authors: Marco Petrangeli Papini, Sara Cerra, Damiano Feriaud, Ida Pettiti, Laura Lorini, Ilaria Fratoddi
Journal: Materials
Year: 2024
📖Micro and Nanostructured Carbon-Phenolic Ablators Modified by PVP Addition
- Authors: Laura Paglia, Rita Bottacchiari, Flavio Cognigni, Sara Cerra, Virgilio Genova, Marco Rossi, Ilaria Fratoddi, Francesco Marra, Giovanni Pulci
Journal: Materials & Design
Year: 2024
📖Biochar/Biopolymer Composites for In-Situ Groundwater Remediation
- Authors: Marco Petrangeli Papini, Sara Cerra, Damiano Feriaud, Ida Pettiti, Laura Lorini, Ilaria Fratoddi
Journal: Preprint
Year: 2024
📖Nanoscale Solutions: The Transformative Applications of Functionalized Nanomaterials in Environmental Remediation
- Authors: Sara Cerra, Ilaria Fratoddi
Journal: Applied Nano
Year: 2024