Prof. Sebastiano Candamano

Prof. Sebastiano Candamano is an Associate Professor in Materials Science at the University of Calabria (Italy), in the Mechanical, Energy, and Management Engineering Department. He graduated in Chemical Engineering at the University of Calabria. He received his PhD in Chemistry of Materials for Special Uses XVII Cycle at the University of Mediterranea of Reggio Calabria in 2005. From 2007 to 2011, he worked as a Process Engineer at UOP at Honeywell company. His research interests are related to the preparation and characterization of nano-micro-mesoporous materials and composites and their application as adsorbents, catalysts for fuel cells, and hydrogen production from hydrocarbons. He also investigates innovative families of binders with reduced greenhouse gas emissions and sustainable and durable building materials. He is also scientifically responsible for a regional and national research programs aimed at developing environmentally friendly construction materials.