Pioneering Innovator in Advanced Materials and Nanotechnologyornl.gov
By: Lohith Ram
Conference Manager, IMS 2026
04/26/2025
Prof. Rigoberto "Gobet" Advincula stands at the forefront of advanced materials science, with a distinguished career that bridges academia, national research laboratories, and global scientific communities. His interdisciplinary expertise encompasses polymer chemistry, nanomaterials, and additive manufacturing, driving innovations that impact sectors from energy to biomedicine.
Innovative Research and Technological Advancements
Prof. Advincula's research delves into the synthesis and characterization of polymers and nanomaterials capable of controlled assembly and self-organization. His work has led to advancements in smart coatings, stimuli-responsive materials, and ultrathin films with applications in sensors, optics, biotechnology, and energy production.
He has spearheaded projects integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning into materials science, notably establishing a machine learning-driven flow chemistry laboratory at ORNL. His efforts in additive manufacturing have contributed to the development of advanced nanocomposite materials, enhancing the capabilities of 3D printing technologies