Ca' Foscari University of Venice: GREEN-NANOVITIS. Valorization of fishery and winemaking waste for the development of hybrid nanocarriers with controlled release in sustainable viticulture

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Uni. Venice
Posted on: 27/04/2026 Deadline: 14/05/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

03/CHEM-03 - General And Inorganic Chemistry

Description

The transition to low environmental impact viticulture requires innovative solutions to reduce dependence on conventional pesticides and optimize mineral nutrition. The project proposes a circular economy model transforming fishery (chitosan) and wine industry (lignin) by-products into hybrid nanoparticles.2. Project ObjectivesDevelop and validate nanotechnological formulations to improve grape quality and control downy mildew while reducing heavy metals in soils.Intermediate objectives:• Mapping and characterization of by-products• Definition of techno-economic feasibility matrix.• Optimization of nanoparticle synthesis

Compensation

22,780 Euro

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

24.0

Funding body

UNIVERSITA' CA' FOSCARI VENEZIA

Selection process

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