The main aim of the research activity is to investigate the structure-properties relationships in polymer, polymer blends composite and nanocomposites, with particular attention to their mechanical behaviour. Main fields of interests are: - Deformation, yield and fracture mechanics of polymers and composites. - Processing and characterization of multiphase polymeric materials (micro- and nanocomposites, blends). - Durability of polymeric and composite materials. - Environmentally sustainable polymers and composites (biodegradable, from renewable resources, fully recyclable). - Polymers and composites with functional properties (electrical conductivity, shape memory, strain and damage monitoring, self-healing, etc..)