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• Systems Biology
• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
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Mario Lauria is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematics of the University of Trento, also affiliated with the Interdepartmental Center for Mind/Brain Sciences (CIMEC). He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Naples Federico II and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Illinois and UC San Diego. He has held academic positions at The Ohio State University, TIGEM in Naples, and the Microsoft Research-COSBI Centre. His research focuses on computational methods for biomarker discovery, systems biology, and gene regulatory network analysis. Lauria has coordinated multiple EU and industry-funded projects, including work on metabolic markers of pre-diabetes and systems biology approaches to neurodegenerative diseases. Education: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Naples Federico II (1997) M.S. in Computer Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1996) Laurea in Electrical Engineering, University of Naples Federico II (1992) Research interests emphasize bioinformatics , systems biology , and high-performance computing , with applications to gene regulatory networks, diagnostic biomarkers, and multi-omics data integration. His work bridges computational methods with biological systems, particularly in aging, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic disorders. Publications reflect a focus on Alzheimer’s biomarkers , diabetes , and gene network analysis . Key contributions include rank-based biomarker algorithms and consensus clustering methods for metabolic profiles. His interdisciplinary approach spans computational tools (e.g., SCUDO, rScudo) and collaborative projects with pharmaceutical and academic partners. Awards include the 2012 SBV IMPROVER Challenge win and IEEE Senior Membership. He serves on editorial boards for journals like IEEE Transactions on Parallel and Distributed Systems and BMC Bioinformatics . Grants and collaborations include leadership in the EarlyBird pre-diabetes project and contributions to EU-funded initiatives like AnEUploidy . His academic service roles include coordinating the Data Science and Quantitative Biology master’s programs at Trento University. Labs/Teams: Active in the Microsoft Research-COSBI Centre for systems biology and the CIMEC interdisciplinary neuroscience hub.

Toni ManciniView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Formal Verification
• Model Checking
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Prof. Toni Mancini is Full Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Sapienza University of Rome, where he leads research in artificial intelligence and formal verification methods. His work develops computational approaches for system verification, in silico clinical trials, and optimization of cyber-physical systems. Mancini has secured substantial research funding including EU projects PAEON (model-driven computation of infertility treatments) and SmartHG (energy demand aware services for smart grids). He currently coordinates scientific programs in Rome Technopole's innovation ecosystem and develops AI applications for forensic psychiatry. His teaching includes courses on Artificial Intelligence, Databases, and Formal Methods in AI-Based Systems Engineering. Mancini has supervised numerous PhD students and received the Best Paper Award at ISMIS 2018 for work on network vulnerability analysis.

• Computer Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• Radiation-Hardened Electronics
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Andrea Portaluri is a Ph.D. candidate in Computer Engineering (37th cycle, 2021-2024) at Politecnico di Torino's Department of Control and Computer Engineering (DAUIN). He also serves as an external lecturer and teaching collaborator for the course 'Operating Systems' in the 2024/25 academic year. His research focuses on radiation-hardened FPGA design, real-time embedded systems reliability, and fault tolerance in software-hardware co-design. Research interests include radiation effects on electronics, FPGA-based acceleration, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and mitigation techniques for soft errors in embedded systems. He collaborates with researchers like Luca Sterpone, Sarah Azimi, and Corrado De Sio on projects addressing reliability in space and safety-critical applications. His recent publications analyze radiation-induced errors in FPGAs, GPU-enhanced CAD tools for radiation-hardened designs, and multi-core neural network accelerators. Work trends emphasize improving embedded system reliability through hardware-software co-design, domain isolation, and fault-tolerant architectures. Portaluri actively participates in international conferences, presenting at venues like ACM Computing Frontiers, IEEE IOLTS, and IEEE Parallel and Distributed Computing. He has contributed to over 15 peer-reviewed articles and conference proceedings since 2021, focusing on radiation-hardening techniques and embedded system resilience.

Gabriele MencagliView profile

Associate Professor

• Parallel Programming
• Parallel Architectures
• Self-* Systems
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Dr. Gabriele Mencagli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Pisa, Italy. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science (2012) and has served as an Assistant Professor (2014–2018) and Tenure-Track Professor (2018–2021) before his current position. His research focuses on parallel systems, including architectures, programming models, and runtime systems for data stream processing. He leads work on the WindFlow stream processing library and has contributed to projects like TEXTAROSSA, ADMIRE, and EUPEX. He co-organized major conferences like HPDC 2024 and DEBS 2025 and serves on editorial boards for journals like Future Generation Computer Systems and Cluster Computing. Education: B.Sc. (2006, summa cum laude), M.Sc. (2008, summa cum laude), Ph.D. (2012) in Computer Science, all from the University of Pisa. Research Interests: Parallel programming, self-adaptive systems, data stream processing, GPU/FPGA acceleration, and high-performance computing. Over 80 publications in top journals and conferences, including IEEE TPDS, JPDC, and Euro-Par. Awards include Italian Habilitation as Full Professor (2025). Teaching: Courses on High-Performance Computing and Computer Architecture, including CUDA programming and parallel design patterns. Active in curriculum development for both bachelor’s and master’s programs. Grants & Projects: Principal investigator in EU-funded projects (e.g., TEXTAROSSA, NOUS) and collaborations with industry (e.g., List-group S.p.A., Autodesk). Focus on exascale computing, digital twins, and edge computing.

• Computer Science
• Security
• Distributed Systems
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Giuseppe Cattaneo is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science , University of Salerno. His research spans multiple domains including Computer Security Distributed Systems Bioinformatics Mobile Communication Security Algorithm Engineering His work has produced significant contributions in cryptographic file systems, secure mobile messaging, and Hadoop-based bioinformatics solutions. Key research trends include Security protocols for mobile environments Scalable genomic data analysis Dynamic graph algorithm optimization Digital forensic countermeasures He has developed frameworks like GRACE for cryptographic visualization and FASTdoop for bioinformatics data processing. Professional activities involve Collaboration with international researchers Development of secure communication protocols Participation in algorithm engineering studies His recent 2021 publications focus on medical data analysis and thyroid cancer outcome prediction.

Luca SpalazziView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• Blockchain Technology
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Luca Spalazzi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Engineering , Università Politecnica delle Marche , Italy. His research spans multiple domains including cybersecurity , blockchain technology , machine learning , and telerehabilitation systems for Parkinson's disease. He applies formal methods to software verification and security analysis, with a focus on real-time systems and distributed architectures . Key research areas: Cybersecurity, Blockchain, Machine Learning, IoT, Formal Verification Recent work: Blockchain-based sustainable supply chains, Zero-Knowledge Proofs, Smartphone health monitoring His publications (2013-2025) demonstrate expertise in malware detection , smart contract verification , and AI-driven health solutions . Articles include BRAIN 2024 workshop organization and RAPIDO system for Parkinson's telerehabilitation.

• Computer Architecture
• High Performance Computing
• Parallel Programming
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Andrea Marongiu is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physical, Computer and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, specifically affiliated with the Mathematics department. He maintains an active research profile while teaching multiple courses in computer architecture and parallel systems. His research interests span computer architecture, high performance computing, parallel programming, and embedded systems. Marongiu focuses particularly on memory systems, heterogeneous computing architectures, FPGA-based acceleration, and real-time performance analysis. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementation challenges in modern computing systems, with special attention to predictable execution models and quality of service guarantees. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on memory bandwidth management in heterogeneous systems, particularly focusing on FPGA-based architectures and multicore SoCs. His research trajectory shows consistent work in memory interference analysis, PREM (Predictable Execution Model) scheduling techniques, and fine-grained QoS control mechanisms. The publications demonstrate a progression from general parallel programming concepts toward increasingly specialized techniques for resource-constrained environments like autonomous vehicles and edge computing devices. Marongiu teaches several advanced computer science courses including Computer Architecture I & II, Compilers, High Performance Computing, and Electronic Calculators across multiple degree programs. His teaching approach emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical implementation, with a focus on RISC-V architecture and modern parallel programming techniques. The course materials indicate he incorporates hands-on laboratory work as an essential component of his pedagogy, particularly in areas like compiler construction and parallel programming.

Stefano SalsanoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Networking
• Telecommunications
• 5G Networks
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Stefano Salsano is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronic Engineering at the University of Rome Tor Vergata since 2000. He holds a Laurea degree (1994) and PhD (1998) from the University of Rome. His research focuses on advanced networking technologies including Information-Centric Networking, SDN, Segment Routing (SRv6), 5G, and Network Function Virtualization (NFV). He has contributed to numerous EU-funded projects (e.g., INSIGNIA, ELISA, AQUILA) and led research in telecommunications at CoRiTeL until 2000. His work emphasizes scalable network architectures, performance measurement, and programmable data planes. Key projects include the OFELIA testbed, SRv6 implementation, and contributions to standards like RFC 9779. He has authored over 100 publications with an h-index of 17, addressing topics such as network programmability, cloud-native solutions, and hybrid SDN/IP systems. Research highlights include developing the DIDA framework for distributed machine learning, optimizing SRv6 for SD-WANs, and exploring 5G Superfluid Networks for dynamic service deployment. Collaborations include CNIT, Netgroup, and initiatives like the GEANT SDX project.

• Fracture Mechanics
• Brittle Fracture
• Cohesive Crack Model
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Alberto Giuseppe Sapora is an Associate Professor in the Department of Structural, Building and Geotechnical Engineering (DISEG) at the Politecnico di Torino, where he also serves as Vice-Rector for Internationalization and Coordinator of the Internationalization Table. He is a member of the SISCON Interdepartmental Center for the Safety of Infrastructures and Constructions. His academic roles include teaching in PhD programs in Mathematical Sciences and Civil and Environmental Engineering, and offering courses such as Failure Analysis of Brittle Structures , Solid and Fracture Mechanics , and Structural Mechanics II . His research focuses on the mechanics of solids and structures, particularly brittle fracture, cohesive crack modeling, finite fracture mechanics (FFM), and fatigue behavior. He investigates crack propagation in homogeneous and composite materials and applies fractal geometry and fractional calculus to solid mechanics. He leads the Fracture Mechanics Laboratory (DISEG) and manages research projects, including the mechanical modeling of an electrolyzer under commercial consultancy. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on computational and theoretical fracture mechanics, with recurring themes including size effects, crack initiation from notches and holes, multiaxial fatigue, and comparisons between FFM and phase-field models. His work integrates numerical modeling, experimental validation, and theoretical innovation in structural integrity and material failure prediction. Scientific Awards: Mentoring Polito Project (M2P), issued by Politecnico di Torino on 06-06-2024 Advising and Grants: He supervises PhD students including Giacomo Petraglia, Francesco Ferrian, and Amir Mohammad Mirzaei, whose research spans computational fracture mechanics, phase-field modeling, and fatigue in composites. He has led funded research projects, such as the mechanical modeling of an electrolyzer (2024), and serves as Scientific Director for a non-commercial collaboration between Politecnico di Torino and Alliance Francaise Torino (2025–2028). Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with the Fracture Mechanics Laboratory (DISEG) and contributes to the SISCON Interdepartmental Center, fostering interdisciplinary research in infrastructure safety.

• Linguistic Typology
• Motion Events Encoding
• Romance Languages
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Alfonsina Buonicontro is a Researcher in the Department of Humanities (DIPSUM) at the University of Salerno, Italy, where she conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of linguistic typology, cognitive linguistics, and language education. Her work focuses on motion event encoding, covert linguistic strategies, and pedagogical models for teaching general linguistics and text comprehension. Her research interests include: Linguistic and lexical typology, especially in Romance languages Motion event semantics and syntax (verb-framed vs. satellite-framed languages) Covert encoding and inferential meaning in motion expressions Constructional semantics and Gestalt theory in language interpretation Development of annotation tools like Modeg for motion event analysis Pedagogical innovation in linguistics education and reading comprehension Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on diachronic and cross-linguistic analysis of Italian, French, Spanish, Latin, and Ancient Greek, with an emphasis on how meaning is constructed beyond explicit lexical items. She explores how learners interpret motion and cohesion in texts, contributing to both theoretical linguistics and applied educational practices. Scientific contributions include: Development of the Modeg (MOtion DEcoding Grid) annotation tool for systematic motion event analysis Experimental educational project LeCo for enhancing reading comprehension in secondary schools Pioneering studies on boundary-crossing events in Romance languages Analysis of Source/Goal asymmetry in classical languages Proposals for top-down, semantics-first models in teaching linguistics Buonicontro actively publishes in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, often in collaboration with scholars such as Claudio Iacobini and Debora Vena. While no formal list of advisees is provided, her involvement in educational projects suggests mentorship and curriculum leadership roles. She maintains a presence on academic platforms including ORCID, ResearchGate, and Academia.edu, indicating ongoing scholarly engagement.

Alessandro AmorosoView profile

Associate Professor

• Distributed Systems
• Networking
• Multimedia Systems
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Alessandro Amoroso is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Bologna, affiliated with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering since 1994. He holds a Laurea (equivalent to a Master's degree) from the same university, awarded in 1987. His primary research focuses on distributed systems with security aspects, multimedia systems, and mobile devices. His work includes contributions to vehicular networks (VANET), distributed algorithms, and mobile application security. Education: Laurea in Computer Science, University of Bologna, 1987 Research Interests: Design and security of distributed systems Vehicular communication networks (VANET) Mobile computing and multimedia rendering P2P systems and online gaming architectures Teaching: Lead courses such as Distributed Systems, Computer Science fundamentals, and advanced topics in networking Guided projects on distributed applications, including a distributed table game prototype in Java (RMI-based) Projects: Collaborated on projects with CNR, ENEA, and UCSD Developed protocols for vehicular safety, medical data exchange, and traffic prediction

• Fluid Dynamics
• Aerospace Engineering
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
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Francesco Bonelli is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics & Management (DMMM) at Polytechnic University of Bari, Italy. His research focuses on fluid dynamics, computational modeling of hypersonic flows, and biomedical applications of microwave ablation technology. Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Department: Mechanics, Mathematics & Management Research Focus: Fluid Dynamics, Hypersonic Flow Simulation, Microwave Ablation Email: francesco.bonelli@poliba.it Research interests include: Thermochemical non-equilibrium in high-enthalpy flows GPU-accelerated fluid dynamics simulation Microwave applicator design for cancer therapy Active matter and liquid crystal dynamics Immersed boundary methods for hypersonic flows Turbulent jet analysis in aerospace applications Publication trends show expertise in hypersonic flow modeling, thermochemical non-equilibrium effects, and biomedical engineering applications, particularly in developing cost-effective microwave ablation devices. His work combines advanced numerical methods with practical engineering solutions. Contact : francesco.bonelli@poliba.it

Leonardo QuerzoniView profile

Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Stream Processing
• Dependable Distributed Systems
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Leonardo Querzoni is a Professor at the Department of Computer, Automatic and Management Engineering Antonio Ruberti within Sapienza University of Rome . He currently serves as Deputy Rector for Digital Technologies and Cybersecurity (2024-2026) and President of the CYBER 4.0 Competence Center since 2022. His academic career spans over two decades with 120+ publications. PhD in Computer Engineering (2007) with thesis "Techniques for Efficient Event Routing" Coordinates Italy's first joint PhD program in Cybersecurity (Sapienza-Luiss) Co-author of Italy's National Cybersecurity Framework Research spans Cybersecurity , Stream Processing , Dependable Distributed Systems , and Big Data Scalability . Particular focus areas include: Malware analysis and incident forensics Secure distributed systems Binary code analysis using neural networks Security for cyber-physical systems IoT attack triage Stream processing optimization Key awards: 2023 DEBS 10 Years Time Award 2021 ASPLOS Distinguished Paper 2019 DIMVA Best Paper Runner-Up 2017 DEBS 10 Years Time Award Active in European projects EU-GUARDIAN, ATENA, and national initiatives like PRIN TENACE. Industry collaborations include: Presidenza del Consiglio dei Ministri Leonardo-Finmeccanica CISCO Research Banca MPS

Sanja BaricView profile

Professor

• Plant Pathology
• Agricultural Sciences
• Molecular Genetics
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Sanja Baric is a Professor at the Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences of Free University of Bozen-Bolzano (unibz), Italy. Her research focuses on plant pathology , particularly chestnut blight and apple postharvest diseases , integrating molecular genetics and agricultural technology to enhance disease detection and management. Current projects address phytoplasma infections in apple trees and fungal pathogens in fruit crops. She teaches courses in plant protection and phytopathology for bachelor’s and master’s programs in Agricultural, Food and Mountain Environmental Sciences. Her publications emphasize genetic diversity of pathogens like Cryphonectria parasitica and Colletotrichum species , alongside innovative diagnostic tools such as knowledge-based Bayesian networks and duplex TaqMan assays . While no specific awards are listed, her work aligns with EU-funded collaborations and interdisciplinary agricultural research .

• Fluid Dynamics
• Computational Biomechanics
• Cardiac Electrophysiology
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Alessandro Nitti is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics & Management at Politecnico di Bari, Italy, specializing in Fluid Dynamics (ING-IND/06). His research integrates computational methods and biomechanics to study complex fluid-structure interactions, cardiac electrophysiology, and bio-inspired robotics. Position: Assistant Professor Department: Mechanics, Mathematics & Management Email: alessandro.nitti@poliba.it His research spans Fluid Dynamics (e.g., vortex-induced vibrations, valvular leaflet motion), Cardiac Electromechanics (e.g., myocardial activation, electrophysiology coupling), and Isogeometric Analysis (e.g., thin shell modeling, mixed collocation methods). He also explores Swarm Robotics through collective intelligence models. Recent publications highlight trends in Fluid-Structure Interaction (e.g., energy harvesting, jellyfish locomotion), Biomedical Engineering (e.g., aortic valve turbulence, cardiac muscle simulation), and Computational Methods (e.g., immersed boundary techniques, isogeometric shell models). These works often involve interdisciplinary approaches combining Biomechanics , Electrophysiology , and Multiphysics Simulation .