Mr. Emmanuel De Gregorio | Polymer Electrolyte | Best Researcher Award

Post-Doc Researcher | University of Naples Partheope | Italy

Mr. Emmanuel De Gregorio is a materials chemist whose research focuses on advanced polymeric and inorganic materials for sustainable energy technologies, with particular expertise in membrane science, fuel cells, electrochemistry, and catalytic processes. His work spans kinetic modelling of heterogeneous catalysis, development of eco-sustainable inorganic materials, and innovative polymer-based membranes engineered for high proton conductivity and thermal stability. He has significantly contributed to the field of non-fluorinated membranes for fuel cell applications, especially through the synthesis, functionalization, and electrochemical evaluation of polymers such as PBI, PVA, PPO, and sPS. A key part of his research involves electrospinning, catalytic ink formulation, and membrane electrode assembly fabrication, where he integrates material chemistry with applied engineering to optimize device performance. His scientific activity also includes the study of adsorption kinetics, structure–property relationships, and the design of advanced chemical processes using modelling tools. He collaborates with national and international research groups, contributing to multidisciplinary progress in hydrogen technologies and circular-materials design. His research impact is reflected in his publication record, with metrics demonstrating growing visibility: Google Scholar – 51 citations, h-index 3, i10-index 1; Scopus – 43 citations, 6 documents, h-index 3. He has delivered several oral communications at international conferences, highlighting his active role in the scientific community and commitment to advancing sustainable energy materials.

Profiles : Google Scholar | Orcid | Scopus 

Featured Publications : 

• De Gregorio, E., Occhicone, A., Montagnaro, F., Roviello, G., Ricciotti, L., & Ferone, C. (2023). A novel method of iron oxalate production through the valorization of red mud. Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 194, 95–104.

• Occhicone, A., Graziuso, S. G., De Gregorio, E., Montagnaro, F., Ricciotti, L., Tarallo, O., Roviello, G., & Ferone, C. (2024). Synthesis and characterization of new acid-activated red mud–metakaolin geopolymers and comparison with their alkaline counterparts. Journal of Cleaner Production, 435, 140492.

• Occhicone, A., De Gregorio, E., Montagnaro, F., Ausanio, G., Gargiulo, V., Alfè, M., Roviello, G., & Ferone, C. (2024). Production and characterization of nano-magnetic material through different red mud reduction processes. Materials Chemistry and Physics, 129950.

• Roviello, G., Occhicone, A., De Gregorio, E.*, Ricciotti, L., Ferone, C., Cioffi, R., & Tarallo, O. (2025). Alkali-activated porous materials from biomass bottom ash for the production of insulation panels. Sustainable Materials and Technologies, e01404.

• Occhicone, A., De Gregorio, E.*, Di Rienzo, G., Mucsi, G., Salzano, G. B., Roviello, G., & Ferone, C. (2025). Alkali-activated porous materials from biomass bottom ash for the production of insulation panels. Waste and Biomass Valorization.