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MIT Researcher Creates Sustainable Fertilizers for Healthier Agriculture

10/16/2025

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Giorgio Rizzo, a postdoctoral researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, develops sustainable fertilizers to reduce NPK environmental impact.
Rizzo uses natural materials like chitin and chitosan to create affordable, resilient solutions.
The Kavanaugh Fellowship backs his work with entrepreneurial training to market-ready products.
Mentored by Professor Benedetto Marelli, he aims to contribute to agricultural advancements that improve soil health and crop yields.

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Giorgio Rizzo, a postdoctoral researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, develops sustainable fertilizers to reduce NPK environmental impact.
Rizzo uses natural materials like chitin and chitosan to create affordable, resilient solutions.
The Kavanaugh Fellowship backs his work with entrepreneurial training to market-ready products.
Mentored by Professor Benedetto Marelli, he aims to contribute to agricultural advancements that improve soil health and crop yields.