Nicola Frega

Nicola Frega is a full-time Researcher at the Department of Mechanical, Energy and Management Engineering of the University of Calabria (UniCal). His career spans over three decades, focusing on digital transformation in economic, organizational, and technological domains.

• Graduated summa cum laude in Computer Engineering from UniCal (1991)
• PhD in Computer Engineering (MURST, 9th cycle)
• Held a Research Grant (ING-IND/35) at DEIS-UniCal (1999-2002)

His research interests include:

• Digital transformation in public administration and business
• Agri-food system innovation
• Social media and multichannel communication
• Smart technologies for NFC/QRCode applications
• Collaborative networks for sustainability

Recent publications (2013-2025) emphasize:

• Systematic analysis of Cultural Industries 4.0
• Mobile-based services in agri-food chains
• Collaborative platforms for food awareness
• Smart parking systems using NFC technology

Scientific achievements:

• 1992: BULL HN Sud Degree Award
• Multiple EU-funded research projects (DIRECT-FOOD, HERAKLES, etc.)

Teaching activities since 1992:

• Taught modules in Information Systems, Digital Services, and e-Economy
• Collaborated in exam commissions for Computer and Management Engineering

Active in the GIUDA Lab, focusing on:

• Collaborative knowledge management
• Digital process automation
• ICT for organizational governance