a) Production and characterization of innovative coatings (in particular through the Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation technique) to improve the corrosion and wear resistance of steels and light alloys as well as functionalize their surface
b) The study of the micro-structural and corrosion resistance characteristics of stainless steels (in particular duplex) and duplex steel welds
c) The study of the effect of thermomechanical treatments on precious alloys for jewelry
d) The study of the effect of heat and deformation treatments on the microstructural and mechanical characteristics of steels