Maria Vittoria Zammitti is a Researcher (GIUR-02/A) at the Department of Law - Private Law Section of the University of Palermo. She holds office hours on Thursdays from 10:00 to 13:00 and can be contacted via her email mariavittoria.zammitti@unipa.it. Research Focus: Corporate law, payment services regulation, corporate social responsibility, commercial law, and legal liability in financial transactions. Her recent publications examine topics like dividend rights in limited liability companies, digital payment systems under EU Directive 2015/2366/EU, corporate crisis management, parent company liability for subsidiaries' misconduct, and the legal implications of payment wallets with strong customer authentication protocols. Key themes include corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and transnational legal challenges. Her work intersects with broader fields such as Financial Technology, Human Rights Law, and Sustainability Strategies. Notably, she has analyzed the Vedanta Resources PLC case regarding corporate social responsibility in multinational corporations and explored tensions between long-term sustainability and short-term corporate goals.
Flavia Zorzi Giustiniani is an Associate Professor of European Union Law at Link Campus University in Rome, specializing in International Law and Disaster Law. She teaches at multiple institutions including Uninettuno University and eCampus University, focusing on courses like 'The EU approach to cross-border health threats' (2023-2026). She is affiliated with organizations such as the Italian Red Cross's Scientific Committee on International Humanitarian Law, the International Law Association (ILA), and AISDUE. Her research centers on international legal frameworks addressing disasters, human rights in crisis contexts, and cultural heritage protection. Notable works include monographs on the UN and humanitarian assistance (2008), international law in disaster scenarios (2021), and the Routledge Handbook of Human Rights and Disasters (2018). She contributes to leading law journals globally. Her publications from 2021-2020 emphasize interdisciplinary legal analysis of disaster response, civil-military coordination, and mixed disaster-conflict scenarios. Earlier works explore accountability in international criminal tribunals and African IDP protections. She actively participates in academic networks and policy dialogues on global governance challenges.
Gabriele Baratto is an Assistant Professor of Criminology at the Faculty of Law, University of Trento, where he is also a senior researcher in the eCrime research group and a member of the Centre for Security and Crime Sciences (CSSC), a joint initiative with the University of Verona. He teaches courses including Digital Criminology, Transnational Organized Crime, Urban Security, and Financial Crime, and serves as an academic specialist for the UNICRI-UPEACE LL.M. in Cybercrime and Cybersecurity. PhD in International Studies (Criminology), University of Trento (2019, cum laude) Master’s Degree in Law, University of Trento (2013, 110/110 with honors) LL.M. in Cybercrime, Cybersecurity and International Law (cum laude), UNICRI-UPEACE-CSSC Scientific High School Diploma, Giorgio Dal Piaz, Feltre (2006) His research focuses on the intersection of crime and digital society, with expertise in cybercrime, human trafficking, migrant smuggling, hate speech, counterfeit goods, urban security, and financial crime. He investigates how digital technologies transform criminal behaviors and how law enforcement and prevention strategies can adapt. His work emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches combining criminology, law, and information science. Baratto has led and contributed to numerous EU-funded research projects such as qAID (Asset and Interest Disclosure), EU CYBER VAT (VAT fraud), HATEMETER (online anti-Muslim hate), and www.surfandsound.eu (human trafficking). His recent publications and conference presentations explore deepfake pornography, conversational AI for victim support, digital human trafficking, and organized cybercrime. His work bridges academic research with practical policy and law enforcement applications. Best Workshop Presentation 2018, Italian Society of Criminology He has advised government bodies and law enforcement, including the Trento Public Prosecutor, Guardia di Finanza, and EUROPOL. He has delivered guest lectures at universities in Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and the UK, and conducted training for police, public officials, and educators on topics like cyberbullying, human trafficking, and digital crime. He serves as a reviewer for journals such as Trends in Organised Crime and Humanities & Social Sciences Communications , and was a guest editor for a special issue on cybercrime. Baratto is actively involved in public engagement and knowledge transfer, participating in seminars, workshops, and public events on restorative justice, prison reform, and digital risks. Through his startup Intellegit, he applies research to real-world security challenges. His work consistently emphasizes the societal impact of digital crime and the need for innovative, interdisciplinary solutions.
Alessandra Gianelli is a Full Professor of International Law at the Department of Legal and Economic Studies , Sapienza University of Rome . She has held leadership roles including Director of the Department of Public Legal Studies at the University of Teramo (2009–2013) and Co-Director of the Rivista di diritto internazionale (2017–present). Her teaching spans International Law, European Human Rights, and International Trade Law, with guest lectures at Temple University Rome. Education: PhD in International Law (Sapienza University of Rome, 1991), Master of Laws (Yale Law School, 1990), Master of Laws (European University Institute, 1985), Law Degree (University of Ferrara, 1983). Research Focus: Her scholarship examines state responsibility, international human rights, customary law, and EU legal integration. She leads the PRIN 2022 Social Cohesion and International Law and has participated in interdisciplinary projects like Progetto Polis . Publications & Conferences: Gianelli has authored over 20 articles (2016–2025) on topics like torture criminalization, future generations' rights, and state immunities. She has presented at institutions including Sapienza University, University of Athens, and the University of Groningen. Her work emphasizes the interplay between positivism and state sovereignty in international jurisprudence. Scientific Leadership: She has served as a referee for international journals, evaluator for the Italian Ministry of Education, and judge on recruitment committees for academic and doctoral positions across Italy.
Alessandra Amore is a permanent faculty member at the University of Palermo's Department of Law , holding the academic rank of Researcher (GIUR-06/A). Her research focuses on public contract law, administrative liability, constitutional principles, and anti-mafia legislation. She maintains regular office hours and can be contacted via email at alessandra.amore@unipa.it. Research Interests Amore's work explores the intersection of administrative law with contemporary governance challenges, including: Public contract law anomalies and jurisdictional review Administrative liability for lawful acts Anti-mafia interdiction legal frameworks PNRR implementation in socio-health sectors Privacy vs. transparency in judicial proceedings Human dignity in vaccination-related liability Publications Trends Her publications (2017–2024) reflect deep engagement with Italian administrative law, particularly: Evolution of public procurement regulations Balancing constitutional principles in anti-mafia enforcement State responsibility in health policy Interplay between administrative discretion and judicial review Human rights protection in migration governance Procedural autonomy in EU contexts
Ignazia Maria Bartholini is a Full Professor at the University of Palermo within the School of Medicine and Surgery , specializing in Psychological, Pedagogical, Physical Exercise and Training Sciences . She holds office hours on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Viale delle Scienze, Building 15, 6th floor, room 09, or via Microsoft Teams upon email appointment. Email : ignazia.bartholini@unipa.it Phone : +3909123899409 Research Focus : Her work investigates gender violence , work-life balance , welfare systems , and social exclusion , with a particular emphasis on marginalized populations including women, migrants, and minors. Recent projects analyze citizenship income as a social equity tool, virtual violence against adolescents , and female empowerment through qualitative methodologies. Academic Contributions : Over 15 years, her research spans topics such as domestic violence , substance abuse , disability integration , and educational reforms . Key subfields include social innovation networks , gender gap in professions , proactive inclusion policies , and cross-cultural studies on Mediterranean/Nordic work-life dynamics. Teaching : She instructs courses on Sociology of Relationships , Gender Studies , and Work-Life Balance for Social Services and Social Policies students, with a focus on fieldwork-based learning and community engagement. Third Mission Activities : Active in public debates , book presentations , and outreach initiatives addressing violence prevention and social welfare, including collaborations with anti-violence centers and local municipalities across Sicily.
Andrea Bertolini is an Associate Professor of Private Law at the Dirpolis Institute, Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, and also serves as an adjunct professor of private law at the University of Pisa. He directs and coordinates the Centre of Excellence on the Regulation of Robotics and AI (EURA), which was previously funded by the European Commission through the Jean Monnet Action. Additionally, he serves on the board of Fondazione 'Ai4Industry,' where he was nominated as a counselor by the Italian Ministero dell'Economia e della Finanza. His research spans private law (contracts, torts, law of obligations) to regulation of robotics and AI and technoethics, employing a comparative and law and economics approach. His work focuses on alternative liability models, product safety regulation, certification, insurance and risk management, human-machine interaction, user manipulation, and deception. Bertolini regularly consults national, international, and European policymakers on robotics and AI regulation through written studies and in-person hearings. His publications reflect his expertise across traditional legal domains and emerging technology regulation, demonstrating a consistent scholarly trajectory examining how legal frameworks adapt to technological innovation. His research interests include: Contract law and law of obligations Law and economics of contracts and liability rules Product liability and product safety Robolaw: law and robotics (and AI) Bioethics, Roboethics, Machine ethics Dr. Bertolini holds a joint degree from the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna and the University of Pisa, a Ph.D. in private law from the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, and an LL.M. from Yale Law School. He is licensed to practice law in both Italy and New York.
Pasquale De Sena is a Full Professor in the Department of Jurisprudence at the University of Palermo , specializing in international law, human rights, and European integration. His academic activity includes teaching courses on International Law and International Protection of Human Rights , with office hours available via Teams and in-person during exam sessions. Research Interests : International Law Norms Human Rights Enforcement European Constitutional Dynamics Migration and Maritime Law Modern Slavery and Dignity Technological Governance Publication Trends : His recent works analyze the interplay between international law and domestic systems, focusing on human dignity, pandemic governance, hate speech regulation, and European monetary policy. Articles explore both theoretical foundations and practical applications of international norms. Contact : pasquale.desena@unipa.it | Phone: +39 09123892009
Chiara Sita' is an Associate Professor in Education at the Department of Human Sciences, University of Verona. She specializes in parent-professional interactions in educational settings and family support systems. Her research focuses on parental identity negotiation through counseling and training programs, particularly involving marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ families and those in foster care. Teaching responsibilities include courses on early childhood pedagogy, educational research methodologies, and disability-related educational practices across multiple degree programs (Physiotherapy, Educational Sciences, Psychology). She coordinates the FamilyLivesLab research initiative and contributes to interdisciplinary centers such as the CERC (Caring Education Research Center) and the Qualitative Research Laboratory (QRlab). Key projects include parent support interventions (GIFT, PA-Guidance), foster care studies (L'affido familiare), and professional training programs (DOING RIGHT(S) for LGBTQ+ family practitioners). She serves on institutional bodies including the PhD School Board and Degree Course Councils, emphasizing quality assurance and inclusive education policies.
Francesca Prati is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology 'Renzo Canestrari' at the University of Bologna. Her academic discipline is Social Psychology (PSIC-03/A). She holds a PhD in Social Psychology from the University of Bologna (2012) and conducted research at Kent University (UK) and the University of Connecticut (USA). She was a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow at the University of Oxford (2018-2020), studying intergroup contact and collective action perspectives of ethnic minorities. Since 2020, she has been an Associate Professor at the University of Bologna. Her research focuses on reducing intergroup prejudice through socio-cognitive strategies, including multiple categorization, intergroup contact, and language analysis. Key themes include dehumanization mitigation, morality in intergroup relations, and the role of political orientation in prejudice reduction. She has explored applications in healthcare equity, migrant integration, and environmental education through citizen science projects. Her work spans experimental psychology, policy analysis, and cross-cultural studies. Notable contributions include demonstrating the long-term effects of citizen science on environmental awareness and the role of linguistic abstraction in intergroup sensitivity. She has also examined gender bias in performance evaluations and structural healthcare system impacts on worker satisfaction. Scientific Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (2018-2020). Advising & Grants: Supervised research on intergroup dynamics and received fellowship funding for Oxford-based studies. Labs/Teams: Collaborates on projects involving intergroup contact, morality, and citizen science initiatives.
Ottavio Quirico is a Researcher in the Department of International Human and Social Sciences at the University for Foreigners of Perugia. He specializes in international law, European Union law, and international relations, with a strong focus on environmental governance and sustainable development. His academic work bridges legal theory and policy, particularly in the context of climate change and human rights. His research interests include: International Environmental Law EU Law and Policy Climate Change and Human Rights International Economic Governance Sustainable Development Law Fundamental Rights in International Law His recent publications reflect a consistent scholarly focus on the legal obligations surrounding climate change, the integration of environmental rights into international and EU law, and the governance of energy and investment treaties. These works demonstrate a deep engagement with cutting-edge issues in international legal theory and practice. His scientific contributions include key articles and a monograph on topics such as erga omnes obligations in climate law, systemic integration of human rights and environmental norms, and investment governance under the Energy Charter Treaty. These publications appear in respected journals like the Fordham International Law Journal and the Netherlands Quarterly of Human Rights . He teaches courses such as International Environmental Law and Climate Change and International Protection across degree programs in International Relations, Development Cooperation, and Sustainability. His teaching is aligned with his research, emphasizing the legal frameworks for global environmental challenges.
Elisa Olivito is a Full Professor of Constitutional Law at the Department of Legal and Economic Studies, Faculty of Law, Sapienza University of Rome. Her research focuses on constitutional theory, fundamental rights guarantees, European constitutional law, immigration law, and gender studies. She is actively involved in teaching courses on Constitutional Law and Public Migration Law. University: Sapienza University of Rome Department: Department of Legal and Economic Studies Research Areas: Constitutional Justice, Multiculturalism, Gender Rights, Migration Policy Recent Publications (2025–2022) analyze: Religious freedom for migrants in multilevel legal systems Constitutional implications of smart city development on social peripheries Tacit amendments in constitutional orders and their existential impact Governability debates through Serio Galeotti’s political philosophy Asylum rights during the Ukraine war Generational shifts in fundamental rights and female subjectivity Office Hours: Tuesdays at the Sezione di Diritto Pubblico, by appointment requested before Sunday. For exams, students must adhere to in-person formats as mandated by the university.
Cristina Ciancio is an Associate Professor in the Department of Law, Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods (DEMM) at the University of Sannio, Italy, where she teaches Legal History (IUS/19). She is also a member of the academic board of the national PhD program in Teaching & Learning Sciences and serves on the executive board of the Center for the History of Criminal Justice at the University of Bologna. Her academic appointments reflect a strong engagement with interdisciplinary legal research and international collaboration. Her research interests center on the history of medieval and modern law, with a particular focus on the legal treatment of death, burial, and commercial jurisdiction in 19th- and early 20th-century Italy. She explores the intersections of law, religion, medicine, and culture, especially in the context of secularization and state formation. Her work often adopts a comparative lens, analyzing legal transfers and dialogues between Italy and France. Her recent publications reveal a consistent scholarly trajectory examining taboo subjects such as necrophilia, vampire trials, unbaptized infants, and the desecration of corpses, as well as institutional reforms in commercial law. These works demonstrate a deep engagement with primary legal sources, forensic medicine, and cultural narratives, published in high-impact journals and edited volumes. National Academic Qualification as Full Professor of Legal History (2019) Visiting Professor, Université Toulouse 1 Capitole (2022) Invited Researcher at multiple Max-Planck Institutes and French research centers (2012–2023) Organizer of international conferences on death, criminal law, and Franco-Italian legal exchange She has advised on and participated in numerous scholarly events and research initiatives, though no formal students are listed. Her leadership in organizing international conferences and her active publication record indicate a vibrant research agenda and strong academic network. Cristina Ciancio leads and participates in collaborative research projects across Europe, particularly with French institutions such as EHESS, Université Paris Nanterre, and CNRS. She has been instrumental in organizing international conferences that bring together legal historians, criminologists, and cultural scholars, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue on topics at the margins of law and society.
Valentina Zambrano is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science of Sapienza University of Rome , specializing in international law, human rights, and migration studies. She teaches International Organization (MZ channel) and International Health Governance courses, with classes held in Room C/D and Room T01/XI of the Department during AY 2024/2025. Office hours: Mondays (online via Google Meet) and Wednesdays (in-person, Room 7, 4th floor) in the first semester; Mondays (online) and Tuesdays (in-person) in the second semester. Email: valentina.zambrano@uniroma1.it Her research focuses on international humanitarian law , gender-based violence , climate justice , and anti-corruption frameworks . She has published extensively on topics like state immunity, migrant rights, and the European Union's human rights obligations, with recent work analyzing the legal implications of the Quirinale Treaty and vaccine distribution during the pandemic. Key trends in her 15 most recent publications (2015–2025) include: Human rights enforcement mechanisms Intersection of migration law and gender equality Environmental obligations under international treaties Legal responses to corruption and peacekeeper misconduct Global health governance and intellectual property rights EU legal frameworks for data protection and sanctions
Giuseppe Contissa is an Associate Professor at the Department of Legal Sciences, University of Bologna. His work focuses on Legal Informatics, AI & Law, Legal Theory, and Law & Technology, particularly in robotics and automated systems. He holds a PhD in Legal Informatics from the University of Bologna and has extensive experience in research projects like ALIAS (air traffic management liability) and CLAUDETTE (AI-driven contract analysis). He is affiliated with ALMA Ai (Human-Centered AI Institute) and ARCES (Electronic Systems Research). Education: PhD in Legal Informatics (2006, University of Bologna), Master's in Legal Informatics (2002), Laurea in Jurisprudence (2001). Research Interests: Computable legal reasoning, AI ethics in healthcare, liability frameworks for autonomous systems, socio-technical systems governance, and automated vehicle regulation. He leads projects on AI certification in aviation and consumer protection through AI systems. Key Projects: CrossJustice (digital criminal procedure rights), SAFELAND (air traffic safety), and COMPULAW (computable law models). He advises the Council of Europe on AI ethics in justice systems. Labs/Teams: CIRSFID (Computer Law Research), ALMA Ai, and collaborations with CodeX (Stanford).
