I’m a
Mechanical Engineer with a Master Degree in Industrial Engineering.
What
inspired you to pursue a career in an optoelectronics-related field?
During my
Master Degree I was given the chance to explore the laser technology research
field. This opportunity woke up my interest and motivated me to deepen into
this topic.
What
is your role within the FLOIM project? How do you expect your work in FLOIM
project will contribute to your career development?
My role
consists on giving support to the coordination and management activities.
Additionally, I am also involved on the techno-economic assessment of the
project.
FLOIM has
been my first time participating in a European project, so it has been a really
enriching experience that has provided me with valuable knowledge.
What
are the activities in your current position that you find the most interesting
and why?
My position
as junior researcher in laser micro-manufacturing has allowed me to perform a
wide variety of activities, exploring different processes and applications and
learning how to handle multiple equipment and laser devices.
What
are the main opportunities you identify in your optoelectronics-related field
in terms of career development?
I think
that optoelectronics and laser technology are both really dynamic fields with a
big impact on the industry. Techniques and processes are continuously being
improved and the number of potential applications is constantly growing.
Advice
for future professionals in this field? This is a career for you if….
I
would recommend this career for those young researchers interested in physics
and photonics. However, I think that the variety of possible applications make
this field adequate for people coming from different backgrounds such as
industry, medicine, telecommunications, etc.