Matteo Bergoglio is a Ph.D. researcher in Material Science at Politecnico di Torino, specializing in polymer synthesis, bioactive glass-reinforced composites, and 3D printing for biomedical applications. His research focuses on developing sustainable, reprocessable thermosets (vitrimers) and enhancing biocompatibility in polymeric materials. He has collaborated with international institutions, including KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden) and Luxinergy GmbH (Austria), and has mentored master’s students. His work has been featured in leading journals, including a cover publication in Polymers, showcasing his contributions to innovative material development.
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Educational Background 🎓
- Ph.D. in Material Science (Ongoing) – Politecnico di Torino, Italy
- Research focus: Synthesis, characterization, and 3D printing of polymeric composite materials reinforced with bioactive glasses.
- Investigation of reprocessable bio-based thermosets (vitrimers).
- Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering (2017–2022) – Politecnico di Torino, Italy
- Exchange program: KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden (11/2021 – 06/2022)
- Thesis: “Vanillin bio-based reprocessable polymers”
- Specialization: Science and technology of ceramics, polymers, biomaterials, and polymers for specialized applications.
- Professional Qualification:
- (January 2023) Qualifying Examination for Professional Activity in Materials Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, Italy
Professional Experience 💼
- Ph.D. Researcher (2022 – Present) – Politecnico di Torino, Italy
- Research in polymer synthesis, composite materials, and 3D printing with bioactive glasses.
- Study of biocompatibility and mechanical properties of polymer composites.
- Exploration of bio-based vitrimers with reprocessable properties.
- Mentor for master’s students.
- Exchange Researcher (09/2023 – 12/2023) – Luxinergy GmbH, Austria
- Collaborative research in polymer materials and 3D printing.
- Fellow Researcher (09/2022 – 11/2022) – Politecnico di Torino, Italy
- Designed and characterized bioactive glasses with antibacterial properties.
- Synthesized and analyzed bio-based reprocessable thermosets.
Research Interests 🔬
- Polymeric Composite Materials: Synthesis and 3D printing of bioactive glass-reinforced polymers.
- Bio-Based Polymers: Design and development of sustainable polymer materials.
- Reprocessable Thermosets (Vitrimers): Investigation of recyclable and sustainable thermoset materials.
- Surface Modification of Bioactive Glasses: Enhancing biocompatibility and mechanical properties.
- 3D Printing in Biomedical Applications: Development of polymer scaffolds for tissue engineering.
Awards and Honors🏆✨
- Featured Cover Publication (2023) – Polymers, Issue 20, Volume 15
- Title: “UV-Cured Bio-Based Acrylated Soybean Oil Scaffold with Bioactive Glasses”
- Mentorship: Successfully guided four master’s students in Materials and Biomedical Engineering.
- International Collaborations:
- Università del Piemonte Orientale, Italy
- Polymer Competence Center Leoben GmbH, Austria
- Luxinergy GmbH, Austria
- KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
Conclusion🌟
Matteo Bergoglio is an emerging researcher in materials science with expertise in polymer chemistry, composite materials, and 3D printing technologies. His work focuses on developing sustainable, reprocessable polymers and bioactive glass-reinforced materials for biomedical applications. He has actively collaborated with international institutions, mentored graduate students, and received recognition for his impactful research, including a cover feature in Polymers. His ongoing research contributes significantly to the advancement of eco-friendly and high-performance polymer materials.
Publications 📚
📄 Journal Article
🔬 Silanized and Cu-doped bioactive glass as filler for biobased photocurable 3D printed scaffolds
📚 Materials Today Chemistry | 📅 2025-03
🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtchem.2025.102559
✍️ Contributors: Matteo Bergoglio, Ziba Najmi, Andrea Cochis, Marta Miola, Enrica Vernè, Marco Sangermano
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📄 Journal Article
🖨️ 3D-Printed Acrylated Soybean Oil Scaffolds with Vitrimeric Properties Reinforced by Tellurium-Doped Bioactive Glass
📚 Polymers | 📅 2024-12-23
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/polym16243614
✍️ Contributors: Matteo Bergoglio, Matthias Kriehuber, Bernhard Sölle, Elisabeth Rossegger, Sandra Schlögl, Ziba Najmi, Andrea Cochis, Federica Ferla, Marta Miola, Enrica Vernè et al.
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📄 Journal Article
☀️ UV-Cured Bio-Based Acrylated Soybean Oil Scaffold Reinforced with Bioactive Glasses
📚 Polymers | 📅 2023-10-14
🔗 DOI: 10.3390/polym15204089
✍️ Contributors: Matteo Bergoglio, Ziba Najmi, Andrea Cochis, Marta Miola, Enrica Vernè, Marco Sangermano
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