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Annalisa MarzuoliView profile

Professor

• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Gravity
• Geometric Methods in Quantum Field Theory
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Annalisa Marzuoli is a Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics, University of Pavia, specializing in Mathematical Physics. Her research focuses on geometric methods in quantum field theory, discrete models in gravity, quantum computing, and data science. She is affiliated with the Mathematical Physics group and has contributed to advancements in spin networks, quantum triangulations, and topological quantum computing. Her work bridges quantum mechanics and geometry, exploring topics like Ricci flow, non-linear sigma models, and topological invariants. Recent publications emphasize knotted optical fields, Ponzano-Regge models, and quantum angular momentum configurations. Her research also addresses geometric structures in quantum gravity and computational approaches to topological phases. Marzuoli's articles reveal a focus on interdisciplinary applications of geometric and combinatorial techniques to quantum systems. Key themes include spin network dynamics, topological quantum computing architectures, and geometric flows in theoretical physics. Her contributions to mathematical physics underscore the interplay between discrete models and continuous geometric frameworks. She has no listed scientific awards but maintains an active research profile with collaborations in quantum geometry and computational physics. No advising or grant details are provided in the text. Her group explores quantum geometry through projects like spin network quantum circuits and discrete gravity models, reflecting a commitment to advancing foundational theories in mathematical physics.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Laser-Based Manufacturing
• Functionally Graded Materials
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Sabina Luisa Campanelli serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics and Management at the Polytechnic University of Bari, Italy, where she conducts cutting-edge research in advanced manufacturing technologies with emphasis on laser-based additive processes. Her research specializes in Additive Manufacturing , particularly Powder Bed Fusion and Directed Energy Deposition techniques, focusing on multi-material fabrication , functionally graded materials , and in-process monitoring . She develops innovative methodologies for layer-level control of material composition and thermal management, addressing critical challenges in geometric accuracy, residual stress, and defect formation in aerospace and biomedical components. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a dominant trend toward real-time process monitoring using thermal and optical systems, with increasing focus on sustainable material utilization through recycled feedstocks. Her work bridges Materials Science , Mechanical Engineering , and Industrial Manufacturing , demonstrating strong industry applicability in high-value sectors requiring precision metal components.

• Additive Manufacturing
• Laser Metal Deposition
• Process Monitoring
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Marco Mazzarisi serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics and Management at the Polytechnic University of Bari, Italy, specializing in Manufacturing Technology and Systems (ING-IND/16 classification). Based at Via Orabona 4, 70125 Bari, he can be contacted via marco.mazzarisi@poliba.it or the departmental line +39 080 596 3522. His research centers on laser-based additive manufacturing processes, with primary expertise in Laser Metal Deposition (LMD) and Directed Energy Deposition. Key investigation areas include real-time process monitoring using coaxial infrared systems and off-axis optical techniques, defect detection (particularly subsurface voids), melt pool dynamics analysis, and sustainability assessment through exergetic analysis. His work focuses on nickel-based superalloys (Inconel 718) and stainless steels (AISI 316L), addressing critical challenges in geometric accuracy, energy consumption, and material compatibility in hybrid manufacturing. Analysis of his 2020-2025 publications reveals consistent innovation in LMD monitoring methodologies. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary integration between thermal physics, optical engineering, and sustainable manufacturing principles. Notable contributions include the development of off-axis monitoring frameworks, causal models for void prediction, and exergy-based sustainability metrics that bridge process quality with environmental impact assessment. Scientific awards: No awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in the provided materials. Advising and grants: No information regarding graduate student supervision, research grants, or funding sources is provided in the source text. Laboratory facilities: The text does not specify any dedicated laboratories, research teams, or collaborative groups associated with Dr. Mazzarisi's work.

• Mechanical Design
• Machine Construction
• Contact Mechanics
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Antonio Papangelo is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics & Management of the Politecnico di Bari , Italy. His research focuses on mechanical design and machine construction, particularly in contact mechanics, adhesion phenomena, and viscoelastic material behavior. Email: antonio.papangelo@poliba.it Research Areas: Tribology, Adhesion Mechanics, Viscoelasticity, Fracture Mechanics, Nonlinear Dynamics Current research explores adhesion enhancement through microvibrations, viscoelastic friction in sliding/rolling contacts, and dynamic JKR adhesion problems. Studies often combine multi-scale modeling and experimental validation to address challenges in soft robotics and automotive engineering (e.g., porpoising suppression in race cars). Scientific contributions span tribology , contact mechanics , and nonlinear vibration analysis , with publications covering topics like surface topography characterization, mechanochromic suction cups, and fatigue crack propagation laws. His work bridges theoretical modeling and practical applications in mechanical systems.

• Mathematics Education
• Didactics
• Cultural Comparisons in Education
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Benedetto Di Paola is an Associate Professor at the University of Palermo , affiliated with the School of Human Sciences and Cultural Heritage . His primary teaching role involves mathematics education for elementary and kindergarten schools, focusing on pedagogical methodologies and didactic implementations. His research interests center on mathematics education, particularly exploring cross-cultural cognitive differences between Chinese and European educational systems. Key areas include: Epistemological foundations of mathematical demonstration Impact of natural language on mathematical reasoning Argumentation processes in multicultural primary schools Role of cultural context in algorithmic thinking Integration of rhythm and movement in mathematical learning His publications (2007-2011) systematically investigate the intersection between: Chinese logographic writing systems and mathematical cognition Fuzzy logic applications in common sense reasoning Comparative analysis of chess/Weich’i strategies Statistical implicational analysis in educational research Historical mathematical texts (e.g., Liu Hui's Nine Chapters)

• Fluid Machines
• Energy Systems
• Turbomachinery
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Giovanna Barigozzi is a Full Professor at the University of Bergamo's Department of Engineering and Applied Sciences within the School of Engineering. Since October 2024, she has served as Vice Rector with responsibility for Innovation and Digital Transition of University Processes and Services, with a focus on ethical AI implementation in academic contexts. Previously, from 2018 to 2024, she was Director of the Department of Engineering and Applied Sciences and a Member of the Academic Senate. PhD in Fluid Machine Engineering, University of Genoa (1996) Diploma Course in Turbomachinery, von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, Belgium Bachelor's with honors in Mechanical Engineering, University of Genoa (1992) Professor Barigozzi's research spans thermo-fluid dynamics, gas turbine cooling systems, and sustainable energy technologies. Her work combines experimental and numerical approaches to address complex engineering challenges in film cooling of gas turbine arrays, energy conversion systems, and hydrogen technologies. She has pioneered innovative cooling system analyses through collaborations with Korea University, applying artificial intelligence to optimize cooling geometries. Her recent publication portfolio reveals strong trends in advanced cooling techniques for gas turbines, with particular emphasis on film cooling optimization using shaped holes, trench geometries, and experimental techniques like Pressure Sensitive Paint. The research spans fundamental fluid dynamics investigations to applied studies on hydrogen production systems and automotive brake disc aerodynamics, demonstrating both theoretical depth and practical engineering applications. As an academic leader, Professor Barigozzi serves as Associate Editor of the ASME Journal of Turbomachinery and on the Editorial Board of the International Journal of Turbomachinery, Propulsion, and Power. For ASME IGTI, she coordinates the Honors & Awards Committee for the 2024-2026 biennium, reflecting her standing in the international turbomachinery community. Professor Barigozzi coordinates the Energy Systems and Turbomachinery Laboratory at the University of Bergamo and is a member of the Doctoral School in Sustainable Technologies for Industrial and Construction Engineering (SUSTAIN). Her leadership extends to coordinating teaching activities across multiple engineering programs, including courses on fluid machinery, sustainable energy, and experimental techniques for fluid machinery.

• Digital Signal Processing
• Image Processing
• Multimedia Communications
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Marco Carli is a Full Professor at the Department of Industrial, Electronic, and Mechanical Engineering, Roma Tre University, Italy. He holds a Laurea in Telecommunication Engineering from Università degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza' and a Ph.D. from Tampere University of Technology. His research focuses on digital signal and image processing applied to multimedia communications, including digital watermarking, multimedia quality evaluation, and information security. He has led projects such as EHEM (medieval architecture modeling), ISEEYOO (AI-based anomaly detection), and INSECTT (secure IoT-AI systems). Carli serves as an Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Image Processing and Area Editor for Signal Processing: Image Communication. He is an IEEE Senior Member. His work spans over 55 journal publications and numerous conferences, addressing topics like immersive VR applications, cybersecurity, and perceptual quality metrics. Education: Laurea in Telecommunication Engineering, Università di Roma 'La Sapienza', 1990s Ph.D. in Telecommunication Engineering, Tampere University of Technology, Finland Projects: EHEM: Digital modeling of medieval architecture and art ISEEYOO: Anomaly detection in Cyber-Physical Systems INSECTT: Secure IoT systems with AI Research Interests: Signal/image processing for multimedia Quality evaluation and watermarking Cybersecurity and IoT applications Awards: None explicitly listed Grants/Advising: Multiple EU-funded projects (e.g., ImmerSAFE, RESISTO, ATENA) and collaborations with industry partners like Thales Alenia Space.

• Combinatorics on Words
• String Algorithms
• Data Mining
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Gabriele Fici is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Palermo (Unipa). His research focuses on combinatorics on words, string algorithms, and algorithmic pattern matching. He teaches courses in text sequence analysis, data mining, and software development. Research Interests : Combinatorial pattern matching, Abelian repetitions, digital convexity, and theoretical foundations of string processing. Key Contributions : Pioneering work on Lyndon words, de Bruijn sequences, and jumbled pattern matching algorithms. Publications : Extensive publications in top-tier conferences like CPM and journals, with a focus on 2013-2025 trends in algorithmic complexity and computational linguistics.

Massimiliano Lo TurcoView profile

Professor

• 3D modeling
• Reconstructive modeling
• Augmented Reality (AR)
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Massimiliano Lo Turco is a Full Professor at the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) of the Polytechnic University of Turin. Specializing in digital modeling and cultural heritage, he actively contributes to the fields of Building Information Modeling (BIM), Heritage BIM (HBIM), and 3D reconstruction. University: Polytechnic University of Turin Department: Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) Academic Rank: Professor Research interests include: 3D modeling, reconstructive modeling, augmented/virtual reality, descriptive geometry, architectural representation history, digital cultural heritage, and parametric design. His work often bridges computational tools with heritage conservation. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: HBIM for Baroque facades, digital preservation of Balinese architecture, parametric design education, and AI-BIM integration. These works align with his broader focus on digital strategies for heritage and sustainable architecture. Scientific awards: Effective member of Italian Union for Drawing (2015-) Associate Editor of Dn - Building Information Modeling, Data & Semantics (2018-) Grants and collaborations: Scientific Director for PhD scholarships in architectural heritage, Contract Manager for agreements with ASL Vercelli, Principal Investigator for research with CNR, and leader of multiple commercial and non-commercial projects with institutions like Museo Egizio and LINKS Foundation.

• Climate-Tectonic Interactions
• Surface Processes
• Geomorphology
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Philippe Steer is an Assistant Professor at Geosciences Rennes, University of Rennes, and a junior member of the Institut Universitaire de France. His research bridges climate, tectonics, and surface processes, with a focus on stochastic events like earthquakes and typhoons shaping mountain landscapes. University: University of Rennes Department: Geosciences Rennes Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Scientific Initiative: Institute member, ERC FEASIBLe Project Leader Steer’s work explores the feedback between tectonic deformation and erosion during seismic cycles, using numerical models to analyze landslides, river dynamics, and carbon fluxes. Key projects include the ERC-funded FEASIBLe (2019-2025) and ANR EROQUAKE (2014-2019). Recent publications reveal trends in climate-tectonic interactions , post-earthquake landscape recovery , and 3D sediment transport quantification . His modeling approaches integrate stochasticity in natural hazards and long-term geomorphological evolution. Scientific Recognition: Junior Member, Institut Universitaire de France ERC Starting Grant (FEASIBLe, 1.5M€) ANR JCJC Grant (EROQUAKE, 200k€) Steer has advised four PhD students and collaborated with postdoctoral researchers on topics spanning landslide mechanics , fjord erosion , and glacial landscape evolution . His work contributes to understanding how extreme events drive Earth’s surface dynamics across timescales.

• Computer Graphics
• Geometry Processing
• Computational Topology
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Michela Spagnuolo is a Research Director at the Italian National Research Council’s Institute of Applied Mathematics and Information Technology (CNR-IMATI-GE) since 2001. Her work bridges Computer Graphics , Geometry Processing , and Computational Topology , with applications in 3D Shape Analysis , Cultural Heritage , and Bioinformatics . Co-supervised 6 PhD theses (plus 2 ongoing) Associate Editor for journals like The Visual Computer and Computers&Graphics Chair of conferences including Shape Modeling International and EG Workshops on 3D Object Retrieval Research Interests : Focus on geometric and semantic modeling of 3D objects , computational topology for shape analysis , and structural/similarity evaluation . Her work enables advanced 3D search engines , semantic annotation , and medical imaging applications . Article Trends : Recent publications emphasize mesh quality indicators for Virtual Element Methods in engineering simulations and semantic-driven 3D model analysis for medical diagnostics and cultural heritage . Key subtopics include topological decomposition , data processing services , and multi-scale modeling . Scientific Awards : Fellow of the Eurographics Association (2014) Notable Contributions : Led projects like IQmulus (geospatial data analytics) and MultiScaleHuman (medical shape modeling). Pioneered CIDOC CRMdig for cultural heritage documentation and developed techniques for kernel computation in polyhedra .

Filippo De Mari Casareto Dal VermeView profile

Professor

• Mathematical Analysis
• Harmonic Analysis
• Fourier Analysis
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Filippo De Mari Casareto Dal Verme is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics (DIMA) at the University of Genoa. He holds administrative roles, including President of the Library of the School of Mathematical, Physical and Natural Sciences and membership in the University Commission for Libraries. His research focuses on harmonic analysis, wavelet theory, and Radon transforms, with recent publications exploring these topics in contexts like homogeneous trees and symmetric spaces. He teaches courses such as Mathematics 2, Mathematical Analysis 1A/1B, and Harmonic Analysis at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His research publications emphasize advanced mathematical structures, including Bergman spaces, wavelet frames on spheres, and unitarization techniques in integral geometry. While no specific grants or awards are listed, his involvement in academic governance highlights his institutional contributions. Advising and student supervision details are not explicitly provided in the source text. He is affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and contributes to the School of Mathematical, Physical and Natural Sciences, though specific lab or team affiliations are not detailed.

• Partial Differential Equations
• Calculus of Variations
• Geometric Measure Theory
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Giandomenico Orlandi is a Full Professor at the University of Verona's Department of Computer Science, affiliated with the School of Science and Engineering. He holds leadership roles including Department Director, Faculty Board member for the Interuniversity PhD in Mathematics, and coordinator of Erasmus+ partnerships. His research focuses on Partial Differential Equations, Calculus of Variations, and Geometric Measure Theory, with applications to optimal transport and mathematical modeling in industry and biology. Education: Extensive academic background in mathematics, culminating in his current professorship. Research Interests: Elliptic PDE systems, variational models in physics (superconductivity, Bose-Einstein condensation), geometric networks, and optimal transport theory. His work includes international projects like ECMI Teaching Center certification (2017) and collaborations with institutions like Grenoble INP-UGA. He has led over 20 research initiatives since 2002, focusing on topics from industrial modeling to cultural heritage imaging. His teaching spans functional analysis, mathematical analysis modules, and applied mathematics courses since 2000. Labs & Teams: Involved with Laboratorio INFOMICS, OPDATE (Formal Methods Lab), and STARS (Geographical Systems Lab). Grants: Key roles in PRIN, GNAMPA, and EU-funded projects (e.g., HPRN-CT-2002-00274).

Laura FerrariView profile

Assistant Professor

• Multimodal Machine Learning
• Deep Learning on Physiological Signals
• Epidermal Electronics
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Laura Ferrari is an Assistant Professor at Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, affiliated with the LAMPSE group. Her research focuses on translating innovative technologies into practical applications, particularly in neuroscience and wearable devices. She specializes in developing seamless tattoo-based wearables for biomonitoring and advancing multimodal emotion recognition through collaborations with INRIA (France). Key projects include stress identification systems for autism support and wearable devices analyzing physiological signals combined with video data. Her work bridges data science, materials science, and engineering to enhance quality of life through technology. Research interests span multimodal machine learning, deep learning on physiological signals, epidermal electronics, and tattoo technology. Notable collaborations involve INRIA for emotion analysis and interdisciplinary projects combining wearable sensors with clinical applications. Her contributions address challenges in autism care, stress management, and biomarker detection through novel device designs and algorithm development. Publications emphasize innovations in wearable sensor fabrication, material science for biocompatibility, and multimodal datasets for stress and emotion recognition. These works highlight advancements in both theoretical frameworks (e.g., EEG analysis) and applied technologies like inkjet-printed conductive polymers.

Mauro SerpelloniView profile

Professor

• Electronic Instrumentation
• Sensors
• Biomedical Engineering
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Mauro Serpelloni is a Full Professor of electrical and electronic measurements at the University of Brescia's Department of Information Engineering. His expertise spans electronic instrumentation, sensors, and biomedical applications, including wearable and implantable devices. He has held roles as Associate Professor (2010–2021) and Postdoctoral Researcher (2006–2010), and conducted visiting research at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (2004–2005) and Université Pierre et Marie Curie (2011–2012, 2014). Education: Master's (2003) and Ph.D. (2006) in Electronic Instrumentation from the University of Brescia. Research interests focus on wearable sensors, energy-harvesting systems, and printed electronics. His work includes developing implantable force-measurement devices for knee prostheses and wireless systems for biomedical monitoring. Publications include 15+ recent articles on topics like aerosol jet printing, wearable tracking systems, and electrochemical biosensors. He manages a lab for aerosol jet printing and serves on technical committees for conferences like IEEE Sensors and I2MTC.