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• Civil Engineering
• Pavement Engineering
• Sustainable Infrastructure
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Elena ROMEO is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering and Architecture at the University of Parma, where she actively contributes to teaching and research in civil and transportation engineering. She teaches courses such as Pavements Management and Design and Road Infrastructure Laboratory for both first and second cycle degree programs in Civil Engineering. Her research focuses on sustainable pavement materials, including the reuse of industrial by-products and plastic waste in asphalt mixtures, thermo-mechanical modeling of bituminous materials, and durability of geotechnical resins. Her work aligns with circular economy principles and sustainable infrastructure development. The recent publications (2023–2024) highlight her expertise in innovative pavement materials, waste valorization, and advanced modeling techniques. Key themes include steel slag utilization, polymer-modified asphalt, and aging effects on construction chemicals, reflecting a strong commitment to environmentally responsible civil engineering solutions. Scientific Contributions: Published in areas related to asphalt technology and geotechnical materials. Active contributor to international research symposia, including ISAP. Collaborates with researchers across Europe on sustainable pavement systems. Advising and Grants: While specific advisees and funded projects are not listed in the provided text, her ongoing teaching and publication activities suggest active supervision and potential involvement in research grants related to sustainable infrastructure and materials innovation. Labs and Research Teams: Though not explicitly named, her work on laboratory-based testing of asphalt and geotechnical materials indicates involvement in pavement and materials testing laboratories within the Department of Engineering and Architecture.

• Asphalt
• Bituminous materials
• Pavements
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Davide Dalmazzo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environment, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at Politecnico di Torino, Italy. He specializes in Roads, Railways, and Airports (SSD ICAR/04) and serves as the technical manager of teaching and research activities for asphalt binders at the High Quality Experimental Laboratory of Innovative and Recycled Materials for Civil Engineering Infrastructures. He has been affiliated with Politecnico di Torino since his post-doctoral research (2009–2014), progressing from Assistant Professor (2014–2017) to his current role. His research is centered on sustainable and innovative materials for transportation infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on asphalt technology, recycling, and rheology. Key areas include: Characterization and modeling of bituminous materials Use of recycled plastics and reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) Development of sustainable pavement solutions Rheological testing and performance modeling of binders and mixtures Low-temperature behavior and fracture resistance of asphalt His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on circular economy principles in pavement engineering, particularly through projects like Green Roads, which explores plastic-modified asphalt. He frequently employs advanced testing methods such as the Monotonic Torsional Loading (MTL) test and contributes to RILEM standardization efforts. His work bridges laboratory research with practical applications in road construction and maintenance. Scientific contributions include: Co-inventor of a national patent on workability testing equipment for asphalt and granular materials Active participation in competitive and commercial research projects Regular publication in high-impact journals such as Construction and Building Materials , Materials , and Road Materials and Pavement Design Davide Dalmazzo advises several PhD students, including Davide Cimenti, Aliasghar Akbari Nasrekani, Joseph Nicolas La Macchia, and previously Sadegh Yeganeh. He is also involved in multiple research grants and contracts, particularly those focused on sustainable materials and infrastructure resilience. He leads or contributes to teaching in Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs in Civil Engineering, with courses on pavement engineering, rheology, and infrastructure maintenance. He is a key member of the Interdepartmental Center SISCON, focusing on infrastructure safety. He is actively engaged in laboratory research and leads experimental efforts in innovative material development, particularly for rural and low-volume roads. His work supports UN Sustainable Development Goals 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and 13 (Climate Action).

• Road and Airport Pavements
• Bituminous Materials
• Pavement Recycling
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Orazio Baglieri is a Full Professor at the Department of Environment, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, where he has been serving since 2020, after previously holding the position of Associate Professor. He is an active member of the SISCON Interdepartmental Center for Safety of Infrastructures and Constructions and has held leadership roles including Coordinator of the Civil Engineering College (2018–2024) and President of the Italian Society of Road Infrastructures (SIIV) (2023–2024). He also serves as Chair of Task Force 4.5 of the PIARC National Technical Committee on decarbonization in road construction and maintenance. His research interests span high-performance and sustainable pavement materials, with a focus on bituminous binders, rheological characterization, recycled materials (including plastics and reclaimed asphalt), and the application of BIM (InfraBIM) for infrastructure maintenance. He has led numerous research and consulting projects funded by commercial contracts and public institutions, often as Scientific Director. The recent publications highlight a strong trend toward sustainable and resilient pavement technologies, particularly in the use of recycled materials, rejuvenation techniques, and advanced rheological testing methods. His work bridges laboratory characterization with real-world infrastructure performance, supporting innovation in eco-efficient road construction. Scientific Awards: Le Strade SIIV 2006 Award (2006) Orazio Baglieri has supervised PhD students, including Joseph Nicolas La Macchia, whose research focuses on asphalt mixtures with recycled plastics and high RAP content. He has been involved in editorial roles, serving on the advisory board of Materials and Structures and as Guest Editor for Materials . He has also contributed to international conferences as a program committee member and has held visiting positions at Purdue University and the University of Wisconsin. He is actively engaged in professional societies including RILEM, SIIV, and ANPAR, and contributes to national and international research networks focused on sustainable infrastructure and material innovation.

Fabrizio CardoneView profile

Associate Professor

• Civil Engineering
• Road Construction Materials
• Asphalt Technology
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Fabrizio Cardone is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering at Università Politecnica delle Marche (UNIVPM). His research focuses on advanced characterization of asphalt materials, cement-bitumen composites, and sustainable road construction technologies. He has conducted extensive work on mechanical properties, fatigue resistance, and curing effects of bituminous mixtures.

• Advanced Materials
• Bituminous Mixtures
• Composite Materials
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Giuseppe Chiappinelli is an Associate Professor at the Polytechnic University of Turin , affiliated with the Department of Environment, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) and the SISCON Interdepartmental Center for infrastructure safety. With expertise in advanced materials , bituminous mixtures , and construction site management , he leads research projects funded by competitive calls and commercial contracts. Research Focus: Specializes in sustainable road materials, including recycled plastic asphalt , polymer-modified bitumen , and nano-additives for enhanced fatigue resistance and self-repair. His work addresses Goal 9 of the SDGs, emphasizing infrastructure innovation. Teaching: Course Lecturer for Civil Works Construction Sites and Construction Site Safety modules in Civil and Environmental Engineering programs, spanning 2010-2025. Awards: Recipient of the FIRB Future in Research 2012 grant from MIUR, Italy. Projects: Served as Scientific Manager for ECOSMARTROAD 2.0 (2021-2023) and DAMAGE AND SELF-REPAIR OF BITUMINOUS MATERIALS (2012-2015). Publications: 15+ peer-reviewed articles focusing on nano-reinforced binders , cold recycling , and fatigue properties of road materials.

• Biomaterials
• Polymer Science
• Sustainable Materials
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Maria Chiara Mistretta is Associate Professor of Engineering at University of Palermo, teaching biomaterials transformation and environmental chemistry courses. Her research develops sustainable biocomposites and functional materials. Laboratory work focuses on polymer processing, biodegradation analysis, and valorization of agricultural waste. Recent publications explore 3D-printed biomedical devices and antifungal packaging systems, emphasizing circular economy principles.

• Materials Science
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanotechnology
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Roberto Di Capua is an Associate Professor affiliated with the CNR Institute for SuPerconductors, INnovative materials, and devices in Naples, Italy. His research focuses on advanced materials science, including graphene-like materials, oxide interfaces, superconductivity, and nanotechnology. He explores applications in energy materials, biomedical engineering, and environmental chemistry, such as developing biocompatible bio-interfaces and sustainable waste-to-material solutions. His studies on two-dimensional electron systems, ferromagnetic materials, and quantum phenomena contribute to the understanding of electronic and spin properties in novel heterostructures. He also investigates practical applications in sports biomechanics, analyzing gait variability and footwear effects on motor performance. Key research areas include hybrid materials synthesis (e.g., metal-organic frameworks), surface reconstructions in SrTiO3 systems, and the interplay of spin-orbit coupling in magnetic materials. His work bridges fundamental physics with applied technologies, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to material innovation.

FRANCESCO CANESTRARIView profile

Professor

• Pavement Engineering
• Sustainable Materials
• Bitumen Modification
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Prof. Francesco Canestrari is a Full Professor at the Università Politecnica delle Marche (UNIVPM) within the Faculty of Engineering , affiliated with the Department of Civil, Environmental, Architectural Engineering (ICEA) under the INFRASTRUTTURE section and STRADE area. His research focuses on asphalt pavement engineering, sustainable road materials, and advanced testing methodologies. Specializes in bitumen modification , warm mix asphalt (WMA) , and recycled pavement materials Expert in skid resistance analysis , interlayer bonding , and fatigue characterization of asphalt systems Conducts field-scale validation and machine learning applications (ANN models) for pavement diagnostics Recent publications emphasize sustainable asphalt mixtures incorporating crumb rubber , bio-binders with lignin , and graphene-enhanced composites . His work addresses climate resilience , resource efficiency , and innovative testing protocols for road infrastructure.

Gabriele TebaldiView profile

Associate Professor

• Bituminous materials
• Pavement engineering
• Sustainable road infrastructure
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Dr. Gabriele Tebaldi (born 1969) is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering and Architecture at the University of Parma (since 2015). He holds a PhD in Roads, Railways and Airports (University of Ancona, 2000) and has been adjunct faculty at the University of Florida's Engineering School for Sustainable Infrastructures and Environment since 2012. His research focuses on mechanical characterization of bituminous materials, asphalt recycling technologies, and sustainable road construction practices. Specializes in fracture mechanics and deformation analysis of asphalt mixtures Develops advanced methods for crack detection and pavement durability Expert in cold recycling and bitumen-stabilized materials Active in resilient infrastructure development and green public procurement Scientific achievements include multiple awards from the Association of Asphalt Paving Technologists (AAPT) and RILEM Fellowship. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of Road Materials and Pavement Design and has organized numerous international conferences on pavement engineering.