My work combines interdisciplinary applied physics, innovation, sustainability, and technology transfer, with a focus on connecting scientific expertise across disciplinary boundaries to address complex real-world challenges. My research profile links scientific depth with a broad perspective on research strategy, emerging technologies, and the translation of scientific knowledge into practical applications and societal impact.
My research focuses on intelligent sensing systems, integrating advanced sensor technologies, data analysis, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to transform complex physical and chemical information into meaningful knowledge and actionable solutions.
This approach has been developed and applied across diverse fields, including healthcare and precision diagnostics, forensic sciences, air quality and environmental monitoring, food quality and safety, and cultural heritage. Rather than being confined to a single application domain, my research builds on transferable scientific principles and interdisciplinary approaches to develop innovative solutions to emerging challenges.
As Principal Investigator and research leader, I have initiated and coordinated research projects, scientific networks, and collaborations at national, European, and international levels, bringing together universities, research centers, healthcare institutions, public authorities, and industry.
I contribute actively to the international scientific community through leadership and service in professional societies, research evaluation, doctoral education, scientific publishing, and conference organization.
Selected professional roles include:
• Chair of the EUROSENSORS Fellow Committee (2025–present) and Board Member of the EUROSENSORS International Steering Committee (2016–present)
• Executive Board Member of SINAPSE, Swedish-Italian Network for Advanced Partnership in Science and Education, and Co-Chair of the Scientific Macro Areas Permanent Committee (2026–present)
• Steering Committee Member of SGS – Smart Sustainable Gas Sensors, Research-to-Business project funded by Business Finland (2024–present)
• Co-founder and Board Member of NORNDiP, Nordic Network for Diversity in Physics, promoting diversity, inclusion, equal opportunities, and female leadership in science (2018–present)
• Board Member of Women in Physics Section of the Swedish Physical Society (2016–2021)
In teaching, I have designed and developed courses at bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, fostering inclusive learning environments and experimenting with challenge-, project-, problem-, and Agile-based learning approaches. In particular, I have designed and developed a PhD course on Leadership Principles and Agile Management, addressing topics such as research leadership, team dynamics, project management, and Agile methodologies. The course has also been adapted into dedicated workshops and seminars on selected topics.
Selected Awards and Distinctions
Stek K Johnson Foundation Grant — Recipient of a grant in the Technology category in recognition of the potential societal impact and clear implementation strategy of an innovative forensic technology (2026).
Sahlgrenska Global Health Hackathon – Global Winner and USA Local Champion — Team eNose Diagnostics. Awarded first place globally for an innovative approach to addressing a global health challenge (2025).
European Commission Innovation Radar – Key Innovator — Recognized for a leadership role in the development of a cost-effective, easy-to-use, portable gas detection system based on a nanostructured metal-gated FET within the EU-funded H2020 SensMat project (GA No. 814596).
Åforsk Entrepreneurship Scholarship — Recognized among Sweden’s Top 10 Most Innovative Entrepreneurs for the commercial potential of an intelligent chemical sensing system; awarded a scholarship supporting technology transfer and commercial development (2019).
