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F. P. La Mantia

F. P. La Mantia

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Materials Science

D-Index
50
Citations
10553
World Ranking
10150
National Ranking
203

Overview

F. P. La Mantia is affiliated with the University of Palermo in Italy and has a significant research record primarily in materials science and environmental science. Their work predominantly focuses on polymers and biomaterials, encompassing a wide range of topics including biodegradable polymer synthesis, plastic pollution, and polymer properties.

The scientist's research contributions include investigations into polymer crystallization, recycled materials, natural fiber composites, and advanced manufacturing methods such as additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies. Their research topics can be summarized as follows:

  • Biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties
  • Microplastics and plastic pollution
  • Polymer crystallization and properties
  • Natural fiber reinforced composites
  • Recycling and waste management techniques
  • Additive manufacturing and 3D printing technologies
  • Polymer nanocomposites and properties

F. P. La Mantia has published extensively in prominent academic journals, with frequent publication venues including:

  • Polymers
  • Recycling
  • Nanomaterials
  • Polymer Degradation and Stability
  • Macromolecular Materials and Engineering

The scientist has coauthored numerous papers with colleagues such as Luigi Botta, Maria Chiara Mistretta, Vincenzo Titone, M. Morreale, and Roberto Scaffaro, indicating collaborative efforts across various specialized fields.

Some recent publications illustrating the scope of their work include:

  • "An Overview of Functionalized Graphene Nanomaterials for Advanced Applications," 2021, Nanomaterials
  • "Comparative Investigation on the Soil Burial Degradation Behaviour of Polymer Films for Agriculture before and after Photo-Oxidation," 2020, Polymers
  • "The role of (bio)degradability on the management of petrochemical and bio-based plastic waste," 2022, Journal of Environmental Management
  • "Biocomposite PBAT/lignin blown films with enhanced photo-stability," 2022, International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
  • "PBAT Based Composites Reinforced with Microcrystalline Cellulose Obtained from Softwood Almond Shells," 2021, Polymers

The research output of F. P. La Mantia demonstrates an emphasis on sustainable materials and polymer degradation mechanisms, focusing on environmental impacts and improved polymer composite properties. These topics reflect a commitment to addressing issues related to plastic waste management and the development of bio-based and biodegradable polymers.

Best Publications

  • Green composites: A brief review

    F.P. La Mantia;M. Morreale

  • Degradation of polymer blends: A brief review

    F.P. La Mantia;M. Morreale;L. Botta;M.C. Mistretta

  • A non-linear viscoelastic model with structure-dependent relaxation times: I. Basic formulation

    D. Acierno;F.P. La Mantia;G. Marrucci;G. Titomanlio

  • Effect of adding wood flour to the physical properties of a biodegradable polymer

    M. Morreale;R. Scaffaro;A. Maio;F.P. La Mantia

  • The role of organoclay in promoting co-continuous morphology in high-density poly(ethylene)/poly(amide) 6 blends

    G. Filippone;N.Tz. Dintcheva;D. Acierno;F.P. La Mantia

  • Competition between degradation and chain extension during processing of reclaimed poly(ethylene terephthalate)

    M. Paci;F.P. La Mantia

  • Recycling poly(ethyleneterephthalate)

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  • Effect of small amounts of poly(lactic acid) on the recycling of poly(ethylene terephthalate) bottles

    F.P. La Mantia;L. Botta;M. Morreale;R. Scaffaro

  • Recycling of high density polyethylene containers

    M.Kostadinova Loultcheva;M. Proietto;N. Jilov;F.P. La Mantia

  • Formulation, characterization and optimization of the processing condition of blends of recycled polyethylene and ground tyre rubber : Mechanical and rheological analysis

    R. Scaffaro;N. Tzankova Dintcheva;M.A. Nocilla;F.P. La Mantia

  • Rheology-morphology relationships in nylon 6/liquid-crystalline polymer blends

    F. La mantia;A. Valenza;Massimo Paci;P. Magagnini

  • Influence of Small Amounts of Polyvinylchloride on the recycling of Polyethyleneterephthalate

    M Paci;F.P La Mantia

  • Effect of extrusion and photo-oxidation on polyethylene/clay nanocomposites

    N.Tz. Dintcheva;S. Al-Malaika;F.P. La Mantia

  • Processing and mechanical properties of organic filler–polypropylene composites

    F. P. La Mantia;M. Morreale;Z. A. Mohd Ishak

  • Accelerated weathering of polypropylene/wood flour composites

    F.P. La Mantia;M. Morreale

  • Using organoclay to promote morphology refinement and co-continuity in high-density polyethylene/polyamide 6 blends - Effect of filler content and polymer matrix composition

    G. Filippone;N.Tz. Dintcheva;F.P. La Mantia;D. Acierno

  • Ultra-high modulus liquid crystalline polyesters. p-Hydroxybenzoic acid copolyesters

    D. Acierno;F. P. La Mantia;G. Polizzotti;Alberto Ciferri

  • Reactive compatibilization of PA6/LDPE blends with an ethylene–acrylic acid copolymer and a low molar mass bis-oxazoline

    Roberto Scaffaro;Francesco P. La Mantia;Loredana Canfora;Giovanni Polacco

  • Recycling of plastics from packaging

    N.Tzankova Dintcheva;N. Jilov;F.P. La Mantia

  • An Overview of Functionalized Graphene Nanomaterials for Advanced Applications.

    Andrea Maio;Ivana Pibiri;Marco Morreale;Francesco Paolo La Mantia

  • Improvement of photo-stability of LLDPE-based nanocomposites

    F.P. La Mantia;N. Tzankova Dintcheva;V. Malatesta;F. Pagani

  • A non-linear viscoelastic model with structure-dependent relaxation times: II. Comparison with l.d. polyethylene transient stress results

    D. Acierno;F.P. La Mantia;G. Marrucci;G. Rizzo

Frequent Co-Authors

Roberto Scaffaro
Roberto Scaffaro University of Palermo
Giovanni Camino
Giovanni Camino Polytechnic University of Turin
Domenico Acierno
Domenico Acierno University of Naples Federico II
Giulio Malucelli
Giulio Malucelli Polytechnic University of Turin
Francesco Trotta
Francesco Trotta University of Turin
Jean-Luc Gardette
Jean-Luc Gardette University of Clermont Auvergne
Z. A. Mohd Ishak
Z. A. Mohd Ishak Universiti Sains Malaysia
Hiroki Habazaki
Hiroki Habazaki Hokkaido University
Fabrice Leroux
Fabrice Leroux University of Clermont Auvergne
Ezio Martuscelli
Ezio Martuscelli BP (United Kingdom)

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