Abstract
We offer a thesis internship focused on designing graphene oxide-based nanoplatforms for targeted delivery of neurotrophic factors. The project combines drug delivery and diagnostic imaging (theranostics), leveraging the nanozyme properties of graphene oxide. Interns will synthesize and functionalize nanomaterials, load neurotrophins, and study their interactions. Techniques include UV-Vis, fluorescence, FTIR, and AFM. Ideal for students interested in nanomedicine, neuroregeneration, and advanced material characterization.
Keywords
atomic force microscopy
Bioengineering
graphene
nanomaterials
Spectroscopy
ERC sector(s)
PE Physical Sciences and Engineering
LS Life Sciences
Fields of study
Name supervisor
Cristina Satriano
E-mail
cristina.satriano@unict.it
Name of Department/Faculty/School
Chemical Sciences
Name of the host University
University of Catania (UNICT)
EUNICE partner e-mail of destination Research
eunice@unict.it
Country
Italy
Thesis level
Bachelor
Master
PhD
Minimal language knowledge requisite
English B2
Thesis mode
On-site
Start date
Call deadline
Length of the research internship
6 months
Financial support available (other than E+)
No