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Gianluca CAIAZZAView profile

Researcher

• Cybersecurity
• Robotics
• Software Engineering
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Gianluca Caiazza is a Researcher at the Department of Environmental Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He is affiliated with the Research Institute for Complexity and the Temporary Center for the Innovation Ecosystem Project. His work focuses on cybersecurity within robotics and software systems, particularly in the Robot Operating System (ROS) framework. He teaches courses such as 'Operating Systems - MOD.1' and 'Software and System Verification' at both undergraduate and doctoral levels. His research interests span cybersecurity for robotic systems, static analysis techniques, blockchain applications in robotics, and secure middleware development. He has conducted extensive work on enhancing ROS security through tools like SROS2 and static analysis frameworks like LiSA, addressing vulnerabilities in DDS systems and penetration testing methodologies. Caiazza's recent publications emphasize automated policy extraction, microservice security, and IIoT system scalability. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in robotics, contributing to both academic journals and industry-oriented conferences. He collaborates actively with institutions like IEEE and Springer, focusing on advancing secure robotic technologies. His teaching activities include laboratory modules for software project development and advanced verification techniques for software systems. Despite no listed awards, his contributions to ROS security frameworks are recognized within academic and industrial robotics communities.

Andrea CRITTOView profile

Professor

• Environmental Science
• Climate Change Impacts
• Coastal Risk Assessment
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Andrea Critto is a Full Professor at the Department of Environmental Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. His research focuses on environmental risk assessment, climate change impacts, and coastal management. He specializes in integrating machine learning and Bayesian networks to evaluate coastal risks, water quality dynamics, and multi-hazard scenarios. Critto leads projects on Venice’s climate resilience, including flood risk modeling and participatory adaptation strategies. Affiliations: Research Institute for Complexity, Temporary Center for the Innovation Ecosystem Project Key Projects: DESYCO DSS for coastal climate impacts, Myriad-EU AI-driven risk assessment Research Interests Critto’s work bridges environmental science and policy, addressing: Climate adaptation strategies for coastal zones Machine learning applications in environmental monitoring Multi-risk frameworks for ecosystem and urban resilience Recent Focus Publications emphasize: Coastal erosion and water quality under climate change Participatory approaches to urban flood resilience Hybrid models for Venice lagoon hypoxia prediction Awards & Grants No specific awards listed, but active in EU-funded projects like Myriad-EU and BRIDGE. Labs & Teams Leads interdisciplinary teams at the Department of Environmental Sciences, collaborating with institutions like EGU and SETAC on global environmental challenges.

Achille GIACOMETTIView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Physics
• Soft Matter Physics
• Polymer Physics
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Achille GIACOMETTI is a Full Professor at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems and the European Center for Living Technology (ECLT) , where he serves as Director. His research focuses on theoretical physics, soft matter, and biophysics, with a strong emphasis on polymer physics, protein structures, and self-assembly processes. Key roles include leadership at ECLT, a multidisciplinary research center exploring living technology and complex systems. His work bridges physics and biology, addressing topics like phase transitions in colloids, solvent effects on polymers, and computational modeling of protein interactions. Recent projects include studies on crystalline order in charged rods, embodied intelligence in soft materials, and solvent-driven oligomer folding. Publications highlight contributions to understanding polymeric systems, phase behavior, and nanoscale self-assembly. Collaborative efforts span international partners, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary research. No awards explicitly listed, but his extensive publication record underscores academic impact.

Cristiano VarinView profile

Professor

• Statistical Methodology
• Composite Likelihood Inference
• Copula Regression
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Cristiano Varin is a Full Professor in Statistics at the Ca' Foscari University of Venice , affiliated with the Department of Environmental Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics (DAIS). He works at the Scientific Campus in via Torino and maintains the DAIS website for research and teaching updates. His research focuses on: Composite likelihood inference - A key methodological contributor with seminal papers in Biometrika and Statistica Sinica Copula regression - With practical implementations in R software Meta-analysis - Including improved likelihood inference techniques Spatial statistics - With applications to environmental data Paired comparison modeling - Applied to sports analytics and behavioral studies Recent publications demonstrate expertise in crossed random effects models (2025), ridge regression for paired comparisons (2024), and thermal comfort range analysis (2023). Scientific recognition includes: Royal Statistical Society Read Paper (2015) on journal citation modeling Gumbel Lecture (2006) by German Statistical Society Ca' Foscari Teaching Award (2020) He has collaborated with institutions including: Swiss National Science Foundation Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada Norwegian Council of Research

• Mechanical Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
• Mechatronics
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Andrea Tonoli is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) at Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves as Scientific Advisor for partnerships with DAYCO, ITALDESIGN GIUGIARO, and STELLANTIS, and leads Spoke 2 'Sustainable Road Vehicle' at the National Center for Sustainable Mobility (MOST). He coordinates the DIMEAS-LIM research group and participates in CARS and PEIC interdepartmental centers. His teaching includes courses on Car Body Design, Motor Vehicle Design, and Mechatronic Systems Simulation. His research focuses on electric/hybrid powertrain optimization, mechanical design of electric traction machines, energy management in autonomous vehicles, longitudinal/lateral dynamics, virtual sensors for vehicle state estimation, electro-hydraulic/electromechanical shock absorbers, and magnetic bearings. Key subfields include rotordynamic analysis, harmonic finite element modeling for turbines, maglev stability, mechatronic systems for autonomous vehicles, and sustainable transportation. Recent publications emphasize electrodynamic maglev damping, compact assistive knee prostheses, electromagnetic shock absorber testing, and multi-objective optimization of regenerative suspensions. His work spans automotive, aerospace, and biomedical domains with applications to energy recovery, vibration control, and sustainable mobility. He supervises PhD students in mechatronics and automotive engineering, and leads numerous funded research projects including SPHERE (PNRR), MINERVA (PNRR), SmartCorners (EU), and industry collaborations with Hyperloop Transportation Technologies, Dayco Europe, and Racing Force Spa.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Sustainable Manufacturing
• Polymer Engineering
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Alberto Giubilini is a Research Fellow in the Department of Management and Production Engineering (DIGEP) at Politecnico di Torino, where he also serves as an external lecturer and teaching assistant. He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center IAM@PoliTo – Integrated Additive Manufacturing, contributing to cutting-edge research in sustainable and advanced manufacturing technologies. His academic affiliations span multiple programs, including Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Automotive Engineering, and Design and Communication. His research is centered on additive manufacturing , with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability and the use of biopolymers, bioresorbable composites, nanocellulose, and recycled polymers . Key technologies in his work include fused filament fabrication, selective laser sintering, twin-screw extrusion, and high-pressure homogenization. His expertise bridges materials science and industrial process engineering, particularly in polymer and metal additive manufacturing. The recent publications (2024–2025) highlight a clear trend toward sustainable material development and process optimization in 3D printing. His work explores biocomposite fabrication, energy efficiency in filament production, laser processing of reflective metals like copper, and simulation of metal printing distortions. These studies reflect a multidisciplinary approach combining materials innovation, process scalability, and environmental impact assessment. Alberto Giubilini actively contributes to teaching across various degree programs. He has served as a course collaborator in subjects such as Additive Manufacturing and Reverse Engineering , Additive Manufacturing Systems and Materials , and Advanced Computer-Aided Mold Design , demonstrating his commitment to engineering education. He is also a recipient of the Open Badge Learning to Teach (L2T), underscoring his pedagogical development. He is involved in the IAM@PoliTo research center, which fosters interdisciplinary collaboration in additive manufacturing, integrating materials, design, and production engineering. This environment supports innovation in both academic and industrial applications of 3D printing technologies.

• ICT and Media in Educational Contexts
• Videogame Culture and Pedagogy
• Inclusive Education Policies
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Alessandro Soriani is a Senior assistant professor (fixed-term) at the Department of Education Studies 'Giovanni Maria Bertin', University of Bologna. His research focuses on the intersection of digital technologies and educational environments, particularly in fostering inclusive policies and analyzing social dynamics in learning spaces. He also serves as a consultant for the Council of Europe’s Digital Citizenship Education Project and collaborates with international research initiatives in Palestine and Gaza. He holds a dual PhD in Pedagogical Sciences (University of Bologna) and Information and Communication Studies (Sorbonne-Nouvelle Paris 3). His academic contributions span video game pedagogy, digital citizenship, and youth media practices. He actively contributes to research centers like CEMET (Education, Media, and Technologies) and CREIF (Children and Families). Recent work emphasizes AI integration in education, substance abuse prevention strategies in schools, and inclusive education policies in conflict zones. His publications explore topics such as digital storytelling, blended learning models, and the socio-emotional impacts of media practices among adolescents. He advises on technology-mediated school-family communication and has developed courses like the blended learning Informatica per l’educazione for non-attendees. His collaborative projects include AGILE-2-VET (digital learning innovation in vocational education) and INES (prevention of new drug abuse through digital tools). Alessandro Soriani also serves as a teacher trainer and facilitator for youth participatory processes, advocating for human-centered approaches in technology and education.

• Wireless Systems and Networks
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Digital Twin
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Luciano Bononi is a Full Professor and Deputy Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Bologna. He holds a PhD in Computer Science (2002) and has been active in academia since 2001, progressing through roles like Researcher, Senior Researcher, Associate Professor (2011), and Full Professor (2020). His research focuses on Wireless Systems, IoT, Digital Twins, Smart Cities, and Mobile Applications , with over 160 peer-reviewed publications and major contributions to EU projects like Arrowhead and IoE. Education: MS (Laurea) in Computer Science, University of Bologna (1997, Summa cum Laude) PhD in Computer Science, University of Bologna (2002) Research Interests: Bononi's work spans Wireless Protocols, IoT Platforms, Digital Twin Integration with AI, Smart Mobility/ Energy Systems, and Edge Computing . He leads the WiLMA Lab and the ALMA-AI CoInnovation Lab , focusing on real-world IoT deployments and smart city solutions. Key Contributions: Coordinated EU projects like Arrowhead (2013-2017) and national initiatives like PNRR-Mobility-Spoke 7 Recipient of 4 Best Paper Awards and top rankings in global scientist databases Editorial roles at 7 journals including Wiley's Wireless Communications and Elsevier's Ad Hoc Networks Organized over 15 international conferences as Chair and participated in 200+ TPC roles Labs & Teams: Directs the WiLMA Lab (Wireless Systems and Mobile Apps) and the ALMA-AI CoInnovation Lab , emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between academia and industry.

• Action recognition
• Representational dynamics
• Conceptual knowledge
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Moritz Franz Nikolaus Wurm is a Researcher at the Interdepartmental Center for Mind/Brain Sciences (CIMEC) at the University of Trento, Italy , where he leads the Action Concepts and Recognition Group since 2022. He completed his PhD in Psychology (magna cum laude) at the Max Planck Institute for Neurological Research and the University of Münster in 2011, followed by postdoctoral work at Harvard University and the University of Trento. Research Interests : Dr. Wurm specializes in action recognition , conceptual knowledge representation , and neural decoding using fMRI , MEG , and MVPA/RSA techniques. His work explores how contextual, social, and physical cues shape neural processing of actions and objects, with recent projects on dynamic RSA for temporal neural analysis. Scientific Awards : Fondo Italiano della Ricerca (FIS) Starting grant (2024-2029) Piano Nazionale di Ripresa e Resilienza (PNRR) PhD Grant (2023-2027) University of Trento Starting Grant Giovani Ricercatori (2021) DFG Research Fellowship (2014–2017) Best Abstract Award at CAOs Workshop (2014) Other Activities : He serves as a scientific advisor for the MEG Laboratory at CIMEC, organizes the Concepts, Actions, and Objects workshop series, and leads the CIMeC Colloquia Series. He is an ad hoc reviewer for journals like Nature Communications , NeuroImage , and Journal of Neuroscience .

Luigi PalopoliView profile

Professor

• Hybrid Systems
• Real-Time Scheduling
• Quality of Service Control
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Luigi Palopoli is a Full Professor and Director at the Department of Information Engineering and Computer Science (DISI), University of Trento, Italy. He is also a member of the University Council. His research spans hybrid systems, real-time scheduling, quality of service control, robotics, embedded systems, and cyber-physical systems. His research interests include: Hybrid Systems and Real-Time Scheduling Service and Assistive Robotics for Elderly Support AI Applications in Robotics and Embedded Systems Outlier Detection and Anomaly Explanation Audio Super-Resolution and Signal Processing Biological Network Analysis and Graph Alignment His recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary focus, combining AI, robotics, real-time systems, and bioinformatics. Trends show increasing work in explainable AI, assistive technologies, and multimodal learning (e.g., vision transformers for audio). He has made notable contributions to robotic navigation for the elderly, real-time embedded systems, and logic-based outlier detection. Scientific awards include: Outstanding Paper Award at RTAS 2017 He advises students and collaborates widely, especially with Daniele Fontanelli, Luca Abeni, and other researchers in robotics and AI. He maintains an active research group, evidenced by a dedicated YouTube channel for the Embedded Intelligence and Robotic Systems group. He is involved in teaching, including courses on Robot Planning and Real-Time Operating Systems, and participates in AI seminar series. There is no indication of retirement or former status; he is actively engaged in research, teaching, and academic service.

Letizia BolliniView profile

Professor

• Digital Design
• Interaction Design
• Cultural Heritage
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Letizia Bollini is a Professor at the Faculty of Design and Arts of the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano , specializing in Digital Design . Her work bridges physical and digital realms ("phygital"), focusing on cultural heritage, memory preservation, and user experience. Role : Professor of Digital Design Institution : Free University of Bozen-Bolzano Key Themes : Phygital narratives, cultural heritage ecosystems, digital mortality Research Interests include: Designing multimodal interfaces for cultural heritage Temporal dimensions of digital memory Accessibility in digital typography Geo-referenced storytelling for urban history Gender perspectives in design technology Her scientific contributions span from 2018 to 2024, addressing digital humanities, user experience, and sustainable design practices. Though no explicit awards are listed, her work has been showcased in events like the World Usability Day in Bozen (2023-2024).

Giuliana MartinaView profile

Professor

• Commercial Law
• Economic Law
• Insurance Law
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Giuliana Martina is a Full Professor at the Department of Economics , Ca' Foscari University of Venice . She has held this position since 2019 after serving as an Associate Professor from 2015 to 2019. Her work spans multiple roles, including Member of the Participation Commission , President of the Paritetica Docenti-Studenti Commission , and Member of the Ethics Committee since 2016. Education : Graduated summa cum laude in Economics and Banking Sciences from the University of Lecce (1991) PhD in Banking Legislation and Law from the University of Siena (1997) State exam qualification as Chartered Accountant (1992) Research Interests : Martina's work focuses on Commercial Law ( IUS/04 ), Economic Law ( IUS/05 ), and Insurance Law . Key research themes include bank mergers , corporate governance , insurance company regulation , European banking directives , and third-pillar pension products . Her work often examines legal frameworks for financial markets and cooperative law . Recent Projects include PRIN grants on Italy's financial legal alignment with the EU's Capital Markets Union (2022), bank crisis management rules (2023), and the Uni4Justice project with the Ministry of Justice (2022). She has also contributed to regional initiatives on IoT and e-commerce legal frameworks. Scientific Awards : Semestral scholarship from the Italian Institute of Cooperative Studies 'Luigi Luzzatti' (1997) Notable Contributions include editorial board memberships for journals like Giurisprudenza Commerciale , Banca, Borsa, Titoli di Credito , and Ricerche Giuridiche . She has supervised PhD and master's theses on topics like bank governance and third-pillar pensions .

• Numerical Analysis
• Inverse Problems
• Microwave Imaging
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Claudio Estatico is a Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics (DIMA) at the University of Genoa, Italy. His academic activities include teaching courses such as Mathematical Analysis 1B for Electrical Engineering and Numerical Analysis for graduate programs in Mathematics. His research focuses on inverse problems, numerical analysis, and microwave imaging applications. Recent publications highlight advancements in: Microwave inversion for medical diagnostics (stroke detection) Data-driven approaches for plant diagnostics Regularization techniques in Banach spaces Subsoil electromagnetic data inversion He actively collaborates with researchers like Alessandro Fedeli, Andrea Randazzo, and Giuseppe Rodriguez, with recent outputs spanning both theoretical and applied domains of computational mathematics.

• Civil Procedural Law
• Legal Ethics
• Artificial Intelligence in Law
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Vincenzo Ansanelli is a Full Professor at the Department of Law , University of Genoa. He serves as a Course Coordinator for the Law Degree Course Council (IM) and is a Member of the Department Board. His academic work focuses on civil procedural law and legal ethics. Academic Role: Full Professor Department: Law Key Responsibilities: Course Coordination, Department Board Membership Research Interests center on Civil Procedural Law , Legal Ethics , and the application of Artificial Intelligence in Civil Proceedings . His work addresses topics like: Procedural ethics and disciplinary sanctions AI-driven alternative dispute resolution Technical consultants' roles in evidence collection Judicial developments in civil litigation Lawyer-client dynamics in complex cases Technology integration in legal processes Recent Publications (2024-2025) highlight trends in: AI utilization in civil law Forensic ethics and technical consulting Comparative analysis of procedural standards Technology-enhanced judicial problem-solving Cross-cultural legal frameworks Digital evidence management Contact & Office : Email: vincenzo.ansanelli@unige.it . Office hours are arranged individually with students.

Aldo ConcaView profile

Professor

• Commutative Algebra
• Algebraic Geometry
• Invariant Theory
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Aldo Conca serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics (DIMA) at the University of Genoa, Italy, teaching Algebra courses across Computer Science, Mathematics, and Architectural Sciences degree programs including undergraduate and graduate levels (2025-2026 curriculum codes: 73027, 118396, 25905, 90694). His research expertise spans Commutative Algebra , Algebraic Geometry , and Invariant Theory , with specialized focus on Sagbi bases, power sum ideals, invariant rings of classical groups, and combinatorial properties of maximal minors. Methodologically, he integrates computational techniques with theoretical algebraic frameworks to address structural problems in ideal theory and algebraic invariants. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate consistent advancement in computational commutative algebra, particularly regarding nonunimodal h-vectors in invariant rings, V-invariant properties, and Sagbi combinatorics. His work reveals profound connections between algebraic structures and combinatorial phenomena, with significant implications for understanding geometric moduli spaces and symmetric function theory.