Research topics
In this section, you can explore our main research activities and areas of expertise
Ad hoc development of analytical methods
For the simultaneous determination of priority and emerging environmental pollutants in different matrices (water, soil, sediment, sludge and biota) with scientific and technical purposes, following the principles of Green Analytical Chemistry, through innovation in one or more stages of the analytical process.
Occurrence, dynamics and degradation of environmental pollutants
Through comprehensive studies of aquatic systems and industrial waste treatment facilities with the aim of identifying their main sources and origins, concentration profiles, transformation into other compounds, and relationships with analytical, ecological, toxicological, and engineering parameters.
Waste treatment technology assessment
Through a targeted analytical control and the proper chemometric tools, to optimize the operational variables of a wide range of next-generation technologies used in urban wastewater treatment, as well as in the treatment of sewage sludge and healthcare waste.
Environmental risk assessment
Through simulation studies based on ecotoxicological parameters and measured concentrations in water, sediment, sludge, soil, and biota.