Stefano Ferrari

Stefano Ferrari is an Assistant Professor at the Interuniversity Department of Regional and Urban Studies and Planning (DIST), affiliated with both Politecnico di Torino and Università degli Studi di Torino. He is actively engaged in teaching and research focused on urban and territorial planning with an emphasis on hydrological processes and climate resilience.

• Institution: Politecnico di Torino (primary affiliation)
• Department: Interuniversity Department of Regional and Urban Studies and Planning (DIST)
• Email: stefano.ferrari@polito.it

His research centers on urban and territorial hydrology, particularly in the context of climate change adaptation. Key areas include modeling evapotranspiration in mountainous regions, analyzing peatland hydrodynamics under changing climatic conditions, and integrating hydrological knowledge into spatial planning frameworks. His work bridges environmental science and urban design, aiming to develop resilient landscape planning strategies.

The recent publications highlight a strong focus on empirical and modeling approaches in hydrology, particularly under climate change scenarios. Themes include water balance dynamics, ecohydrological modeling, and sustainable land management. These reflect a broader trend toward climate-adaptive planning and environmental sustainability in urban and rural landscapes.

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Stefano Ferrari has been the course holder for several key modules including Urban Hydrology and Spatial Planning for Climate Change across multiple academic years, indicating a consistent role in academic supervision and curriculum delivery. While no formal PhD or Master’s students are listed, his leadership in teaching atelier-based and studio courses suggests mentorship and advisory roles within project-based learning environments. There is no explicit mention of research grants, but his involvement in peer-reviewed research implies participation in funded projects.

He is associated with LABFLUX, a research laboratory within DIST, which likely supports experimental and applied research in hydrological fluxes and environmental systems. This lab affiliation underscores his engagement in empirical and interdisciplinary research linking hydrology, ecology, and planning.