RESEARCH
As members of the BiocatLab at Politecnico di Milano, our research is dedicated to catalysis for sustainable organic synthesis.
Drawing inspiration from nature, we explore innovative solutions in organic chemistry.
Our approach involves two key strategies: harnessing natural catalysts - enzymes - for novel transformations and utilizing bio-based, renewable resources for synthetic and materials chemistry.
Reactivity
We explore novel reactivity, harnessing enzymes as catalysts in combination with transition metal and photoredox catalysis, for applications in fine chemical synthesis and material chemistry.
Selectivity
Asymmetric synthesis is at the core of our research interest. By employing a multidisciplinary approach in catalysis, we aim at streamline access to complex molecules and chiral building blocks for fine chemical synthesis.
Sustainability
We strive for sustainability in organic chemistry By employing bio-based renewable sources, and innovative green chemistry approaches, we aim at developing new strategies for pharmaceutical and material chemistry.
FUNDING
FIS2 Starting Grant - Italian Ministry of University and Research (2025 - 2028) – €1.3M
Our research is supported by the FIS2 Starting Grant from the Italian Ministry of University and Research, enabling us to bridge enzymatic catalysis with organoboron chemistry for applications in fine chemical synthesis.
IDEA League Visiting Research Fellowship (2025) – €15k
3-month visiting research stay at TU Delft, the Netherlands, hosted by Prof. Caroline Paul, Department of Biotechnology.
Early Postdoc Mobility Fellowship - Swiss National Science Foundation (2020 - 2022) – CHF87k
Grant 194799 for 18 months postdoctoral research at the University of Bristol, UK, in the group of Prof. Varinder K. Aggarwal