Filippo Praticò

Dr. Filippo Praticò serves as a Full Professor at Mediterranea University of Reggio Calabria within the DIMET Department, having joined after industry experience and progressed from Associate Professor (2002) to Full Professor (2014). His leadership roles include Deputy of the Master School, Deputy of the DIMET Department, Director of the Road Laboratory, membership in the U.S. National Academies' Transportation Research Board (TRB), and chairing international committees.

Education:

• Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD in Civil Transportation Engineering from University of Pisa and University of Palermo

His research pioneers sustainable approaches in civil infrastructure and transportation systems, focusing on eco-friendly engineering management and resilient transportation network design. This work addresses critical environmental and operational challenges through innovation in materials, planning, and infrastructure lifecycle management.

No specific scientific awards or prizes are documented in the source material, though his impact is evidenced by national/international patents and high-impact journal publications.

Dr. Praticò has supervised doctoral theses and contributed to research projects, supported by editorial board memberships and guest lectures reflecting global academic collaboration. His work emphasizes practical applications for sustainable transportation solutions.

He directs the Road Laboratory, driving experimental research in pavement engineering, materials testing, and infrastructure durability under the DIMET Department's framework.