Ecophysiology and ecotoxicology of cnidarians
Development and use of methodologies for the assessment of the effects of natural and anthropogenic environmental factors on cnidarians.
Thermo-electric devices
Study of materials for the manufacture of thermoelectric devices, based on semiconductor nanostructures (nanowires), polymers and hybrid materials. Measurement of thermoelectric properties, such as the Seebeck effect, electrical and thermal conductivity, and thermoelectric efficiency.
Toxicity of nanomaterials on insects and development of new pesticides.
Analysis of the possibility of using nanoparticles to combat insect pests, either the nanoparticle itself or as vehicles for transporting and distributing insecticides. Aspects of both their toxicology and their effects on insect development and reproduction are studied.
