Gianluca Senatore is a Researcher at the Department of Political Science of Sapienza University of Rome . He teaches courses such as Sociology of Administration and Organization and Sociology , with classes held in Room XIII and Classroom C respectively. Research Focus: Sustainability studies, smart cities, circular economy, and cultural transitions in environmental governance. Office Hours: Student reception every Thursday from 12:00 to 13:00 in Room 16 (second floor and a half). Key Research Themes: His work emphasizes the culturalization of sustainability, interdisciplinary approaches to ecological transition, and the role of local governance in implementing the Agenda 2030. Recent publications highlight the integration of traditional knowledge into sustainability frameworks and the socio-political dynamics of environmental movements. Projects: Leads research initiatives like Sostenibilità e responsabilità: La nuova frontiera dello sviluppo and collaborates with the Sostenibilia research group.
Marco Bozzola is an Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) of Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves as Deputy Coordinator of the College of Architecture and Design and holds key roles in Polito's Spin-Off Evaluation Commission and Patent Commission. Research areas: Design for Cultural Heritage, Design for Territory, Packaging Design ERC sectors: SH5_8 (Cultural heritage), PE8_10 (Industrial design), SH7_5 (Sustainability sciences) His work focuses on enhancing cultural heritage through multidimensional design interventions, including signage systems, narrative artifacts, and inclusive strategies. He explores sustainable packaging solutions and territorial development projects, particularly for SMEs and artisanal businesses. Recent publications analyze intercultural design methodologies and environmental sustainability in packaging. Prof. Bozzola holds editorial roles in ARCHALP (2018-) and Architecture Design Technology (2017-) and has received prestigious awards like ADI Compasso d'Oro (2013). He supervises PhD students Claudia Rolletto, Monica Oddone, and Irene Caputo.
Paola Mercogliano is a Principal Scientist at the CMCC Foundation and Director of the Division of Regional Models and Geo-Hydrological Impacts. With over 25 years of expertise in atmospheric and climate modeling, she specializes in high-resolution numerical models and data-driven tools for weather forecasting and climate scenario simulations at local/urban scales, focusing on extreme events and geo-hydrological hazards. Coordinates EU Adaptation AGORA project under Mission on Climate Adaptation Scientific leader of Dataclime platform for climate data visualization President of Italian Society of Climatology (2025–2026) Her research integrates climate science into policy and territorial planning, emphasizing climate risk assessment, urban resilience, and public-private stakeholder engagement. She has authored >80 publications and leads climate literacy initiatives through university partnerships. Scientific Contributions: Developed frameworks for climate risk assessment of built environments and airports Explored convection-permitting simulations for extreme precipitation Advanced urban parameterization in ICON and COSMO models Her work spans climate projections, wind energy analysis, irrigation demand under climate change, and socio-economic impacts of climate risks. Scientific Awards: President of Italian Society of Climatology (2025–2026) She actively contributes to climate outreach through educational programs and digital academies, bridging climate science with policy implementation.
Pier Paolo Peruccio is a Full Professor of Design at the Polytechnic University of Turin, affiliated with the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) and the Future Urban Legacy Lab. He is the Director of the Sydere Center (Systemic Design Research and Education) at the University of Turin and holds leadership roles in international design organizations including the World Design Organization (WDO/ICSID), CUMULUS, PLART Foundation, and the Sustainability and Circular Economy Laboratory at the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo. His research interests include the history of design, systemic design, design for sustainability, environmental sustainability, corporate culture, and historical research methodology. He teaches courses such as History of Systems Thinking, History of Design, and Systemic Design Theory and History across various programs including Design and Technology, Management, Production and Design, and Sustainable Design for the Food System. The recent publications of Pier Paolo Peruccio reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining design history with contemporary challenges such as blockchain, AI, circular economy, and sustainable living. His work bridges historical analysis with systemic innovation, focusing on corporate archives, heritage, and behavioral design. He frequently explores themes of sustainability, digital transformation, and the socio-cultural role of design. Member, Board of Directors – World Design Organization (2019–2023) Member, Scientific Committee – PLART Foundation (2020–2028) Member, Inspiration Board – Sustainability and Circular Economy Laboratory, University of Gastronomic Sciences (2021–2027) Full Member – CUMULUS Association (2014–2025) As a supervisor and academic leader, Peruccio has guided numerous PhD candidates and led a wide array of research projects funded by public and private institutions. These include initiatives on the heritage of RIVA Shipyards, Olivetti’s corporate identity, smart districts, and sustainable urban development. He has also contributed to major editorial projects, co-directing book series and publishing authoritative volumes on Carlo Mollino and Italian design history. His work emphasizes the integration of historical insight with forward-looking, systemic design solutions. He is actively involved in labs and research centers such as the Sydere Center and the Future Urban Legacy Lab, which foster interdisciplinary collaboration on sustainable and systemic design. These platforms support practice-based research, innovation in design education, and international partnerships aimed at addressing complex socio-ecological challenges through design.
Anna Luganini is an Associate Professor at the University of Turin's Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology. Her work spans virology, microbiology, and biomedical nanotechnology. Research Themes : Molecular biology of Herpesviruses (HCMV, HSV, MuHV4) Antiviral molecule discovery and validation Nanotechnology for chronic wound management Virus-host interaction mechanisms Publications : 15+ peer-reviewed articles since 2007, focusing on NF-κB signaling in viral replication Antibiofilm coatings Oxygen-loaded nanodroplets/nanobubbles Chitosan-based antimicrobial systems Technological Innovation : Developed ultrasound-responsive nanodroplets for transdermal drug delivery and patented novel anti-HCMV pharmaceutical compositions (2020). Active in academic governance as member of departmental commissions.
Francesca Vocaturo serves as Associate Professor of Operations Research at the University of Calabria's Department of Economics, Statistics and Finance (DESF), where she has maintained continuous academic affiliation since 2003. Her teaching portfolio includes Operations Research for Master's programs in Business Administration and Management, and Mathematical Methods for Economics for undergraduate Economics students, with documented teaching loads of 63+ hours annually through the 2024/25 academic year. Her research expertise centers on Logistics Optimization with specialized focus on stochastic vehicle routing, urban transportation systems, and crowdshipping applications. Key methodological contributions span combinatorial optimization, dynamic programming, and simulation-based approaches to solve complex logistics challenges under uncertainty. Current projects integrate machine learning with optimization frameworks for sustainable mobility solutions. Recent publication trends (2021-2025) reveal concentrated advancement in dynamic logistics systems , particularly crowdshipping models, real-time inventory routing, and risk-aware transportation planning. Her work bridges theoretical algorithm development with practical applications in postal services, hazardous material transport, and public transit optimization. Notable recognition includes: Editors' Choice Article selection by the European Journal of Operational Research (2020) She has supervised 26 Master's theses in Business Administration covering topics from inventory management to green logistics, plus the PhD dissertation of Sara Stoia on crowdshipping. As Local Coordinator for the national PRIN2020 project ULTRA OPTYMAL , she leads research on optimization under uncertainty for urban logistics, while previously contributing to projects like SOLIDO (industrial logistics) and GREENPLAN (workforce optimization). Vocaturo actively collaborates with the TESEO laboratory (Tecnologie di Simulazione e Ottimizzazione) and the Quantitative Methods for Economics, Finance and Management research group within DESF, maintaining international partnerships through research stays at the University of Montreal, University of Valencia, and teaching engagements in Portugal.
Cristiana Cattaneo, currently serving as Pro-Rector for University Planning and Budgeting and Associate Professor at the Department of Management, University of Bergamo, specializes in managerial and strategic control systems with particular focus on family businesses , healthcare organizations , and business crisis management . Her work also emphasizes gender budgeting and public sector accountability . Research Highlights : Examines management control systems in public/private hybrid contexts Investigates strategic challenges in family firms and healthcare Analyzes cost asymmetry and stickiness in financial institutions Explores gender dimensions in organizational accountability Academic Contributions : Published 15+ articles in high-impact journals (2021–2024) Active reviewer for Management Control , Accounting, Auditing and Accountability Journal Member of editorial board of Management Control Consulting activities in control systems and sustainability reporting Director of SdM – Scuola di Alta Formazione until 2024 Professional Impact : Board member of publicly listed company Develops executive training programs Focus on organizational resilience and financial governance
Alessandra Mancino is a researcher at the National Research Council (CNR) - Institute for Research on Innovation and Services for Development (IRISS) since 2002. She earned her degree in Economics and Commerce with honors in 1995 from the University of Naples Federico II and completed her PhD in Business Economics and Corporate Governance in 2000 at the University of Naples Parthenope. Her scientific work focuses on the competitiveness of SMEs , entrepreneurship , resource-based local development , rural development , and agricultural multifunctionality . She has contributed to international and national research projects such as MedMySea , DIVINO , Neoluoghi , and QUARC Innovation Campus , emphasizing sustainable development and innovation in tourism, agrifood systems, and ecological transition. Her publications span journals like the International Journal of Business and Globalization and The Services Industries Journal , as well as conference proceedings (Atlas Annual Conference, IASK Conference, RENT Conference) and book chapters. She also participated in the Green Blue Lab , Show Knowledge in Progress , CALL Living Lab , and Sustainable Logistics Workshop .
Fernando Giuseppe Alberti serves as a Full Professor of Entrepreneurial Strategies at Università Carlo Cattaneo (LIUC) where he also directs the Institute for Entrepreneurship and Competitiveness. His academic affiliations extend globally, including positions as Institutes Council Leader and Affiliate Faculty at Harvard Business School's Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness, Visiting Professor at SUPSI - University of Applied Sciences of Southern Switzerland, Professor at Università degli Studi di Milano Bicocca, and Professor and Distinguished Scholar at Ecole des Ponts Business School in Paris. Professor Alberti's research focuses on entrepreneurship and strategic management, with particular expertise in: Entrepreneurship and strategic change processes in small and medium enterprises Industrial districts, clusters, and localized entrepreneurship Innovation and corporate entrepreneurship Business and cluster competitiveness Family businesses His methodological approach primarily utilizes case studies and social network analysis to examine creative, cultural, and mature sectors. Professor Alberti has published extensively on these topics, with over 60 publications that have garnered significant attention in the academic community. His scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on how clusters and networks drive innovation and competitiveness, with recent publications exploring sustainable development in clusters, trend-driven innovation in manufacturing, and the relationship between shared value creation and cluster dynamics. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications through case studies across various industries and regions. Professor Alberti maintains active professional engagement beyond academia, having served as an Industrial Strategist for the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (2009-2010) and the World Bank (2001-2004). He is also President of Strategique, a Harvard-based think-tank, and serves on advisory boards for competitiveness institutes in the Netherlands, France, and Brazil. His leadership extends to the Institute for Entrepreneurship and Competitiveness at LIUC, where he directs research initiatives examining the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation, and regional competitiveness. The institute serves as a hub for collaborative research connecting academic insights with practical business applications.
Tommaso Agasisti is a Full Professor at the School of Management, Politecnico di Milano. He currently serves as Associate Dean for International Relations and School Excellence at POLIMI Graduate School of Management and is a member of the Board of Governors at Politecnico di Milano. His academic roles include co-delegate of the Institutions & Public Administrations Area (2012–2019) and Delegate for Accreditation and Rankings. He holds editorial board positions at Educational Researcher , Tertiary Education and Management , and International Journal of Educational Management . Agasisti earned a PhD in Management Economics and Industrial Engineering from Politecnico di Milano and a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Bologna. His teaching focuses on Public Management, Data Analysis for Public Management, and Machine Learning for Social Research at the undergraduate and graduate levels. His research spans four core areas: (i) statistical methods for evaluating public organization performance (e.g., universities, schools, local governments), (ii) governance models in educational institutions, (iii) public sector accounting, and (iv) digital innovations in public services. Notable contributions include analyzing efficiency in higher education systems, the impact of the Russian Excellence Initiative, and resilience of socio-economically disadvantaged students using PISA data. He has received the TJ Alexander Fellowship of OECD and contributed to policy debates on educational equity, emergency remote teaching during the pandemic, and digital transformation in public administration. His work often employs advanced econometric techniques and machine learning to address real-world challenges in education and governance.
Emanuela Blanco is a Researcher at the Institute of Biosciences and BioResources (IBBR-CNR), part of the National Research Council of Italy. She holds a permanent position in the Department of Plant Genetics and focuses on plant biochemistry, molecular biology, and biodiversity. Her work integrates genomic, proteomic, and metabolomic approaches to study plant responses to environmental stresses, metabolic pathways, and the genetic basis of agronomic traits in crops like wheat, artichoke, and legumes. Education: Ph.D. in Cellular Biochemistry and Pharmacology (2004), University of Bari. Postdoc (2004–2008) in molecular characterization of plant transport systems and neurodegenerative biomarkers. Research Interests: Molecular mechanisms of plant stress responses (heat, biotic stress). Flavonoid and antioxidant biosynthesis regulation. Genetic mapping of agronomic traits in durum wheat and artichoke. cAMP signaling in plant immunity and development. Metabolomic analysis of crop biodiversity. Selected Projects: FIRB 2010: Cyclic Nucleotides in Biotic Stress Signaling in Plants. BioDruBa: Biodiversity of Drupaceae in Basilicata. Biodiversità delle specie orticole (BIODiverSO). Labs/Teams: Active in the IBBR-CNR labs specializing in plant genomics, metabolomics, and stress biology.
Tullio Salmon Cinotti is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Bologna's Department of Electrical, Electronic, and Information Engineering 'Guglielmo Marconi'. His teaching focuses on logic design and digital systems, including courses like 'Logic Design T' for automation and electronics engineering students. His research spans IoT applications in smart agriculture, structural health monitoring, and energy systems. Key areas include interoperable IoT architectures, semantic integration, wireless sensor networks, and embedded systems. Research interests emphasize IoT toolchain development for condition monitoring, precision irrigation via soil moisture calibration, and drone-based environmental sensing (BEE-DRONES project). He explores semantic-driven agent programming, smart energy grids, and elderly care solutions like the HABITAT project for fall detection and indoor localization. His work integrates RFID, radar, and visual technologies for smart spaces and cultural heritage management. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to electromobility, grid integration, and semantic middleware (e.g., Smart-M3). Teaching materials include course units on sequential networks, combinational logic design, and digital system synthesis. Contact: Email , +39 051 20 9 5421.
Martin Klapez is an Assistant Professor at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, affiliated with the Department of Engineering Enzo Ferrari. He holds an M.S. in Theoretical Computer Science from the University of Bologna and a Ph.D. in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) from the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. His primary research focuses on computer networking, particularly safety-related V2X communications, public safety networks, and energy-efficient 5G architectures. He leads the UNIMORE Networking Lab and is involved in experimental evaluations of protocols like IEEE 802.11p for vehicular networks, TCP performance optimization over wireless, and green 5G design. Key research contributions include studies on TCP congestion control algorithms, energy footprint analysis of multi-RAT cellular systems, and field trials for safety-critical applications. His work bridges theoretical networking principles with practical implementations, including experiments in data visualization and smart infrastructure testing. Klapez has taught advanced courses on SDN, network emulation, and ns-3 tool usage at the university. He collaborates actively with international conferences and publishes widely in IEEE journals and forums. His technical expertise spans network softwarization, resource pooling in SDN, and middleware development for mission-critical networks. Current projects include LTE-V2X field tests for vulnerable road user safety and optimizing TCP modules like BBR and Small Queues for wireless environments. He contributes to standardization efforts through practical validation tools like Earthcloud for IoT seismic alerts.
Valeria Scavone is an Associate Professor at the University of Palermo, Department of Architecture, specializing in urban planning and rural landscape regeneration. She teaches courses such as Urban Planning Laboratory , Urban Metabolism and Resilience , and Smart Mobility for Sustainable Cities . Her research spans sustainable tourism, ecological urbanism, and the socio-environmental challenges of Sicilian territories. Research Interests: Urban planning, rural landscape regeneration, sustainable tourism, ecological resilience, soil consumption, and mobility studies. Publications: Over 20 articles (2004–2025) focusing on Sicilian urban-rural dynamics, cultural-environmental sustainability, abandoned spaces, and climate-responsive planning. Collaborations: Works on regional projects like the Trapani Cultural Tourism Masterplan and PUMS/PEBA mobility strategies for historic centers. She is available for office hours in Palermo and Agrigento, with contact via email valeria.scavone@unipa.it .
Massimiliano Bencardino is a Full Professor at the University of Salerno, affiliated with the Department of Political, Social and Communication Sciences. He is based at the Fisciano Campus and holds a PhD and an engineering qualification. His primary academic focus lies in Economic-political Geography, where he contributes significantly through teaching and research. His research interests are broad and interdisciplinary, centering on Economic and Political Geography , Geopolitics (particularly concerning the Mediterranean and water resources), Environmental Sustainability , Remote Sensing , and Spatial Analysis using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). His work critically examines territorial cohesion, land use dynamics, urban-rural linkages, and the Blue Economy, often with a strong policy orientation for regional and European development. The trends in his recent publications reveal a consistent application of quantitative and spatial methodologies to address complex socio-territorial issues. His work spans from analyzing land value dynamics in Campania to investigating Special Economic Zones in Morocco and the geopolitics of water in the Middle East. A recurring theme is the integration of socioeconomic data with spatial analysis to understand urban growth, re-urbanization, and sustainable development in both Italian and European contexts. He is an active researcher with numerous publications, including books such as L’altra sponda. Prospettive di Crescita Blu nel Mediterraneo centro–occidentale and Dinamiche demografiche e consumo di suolo negli ambienti insediativi della Regione Campania , and articles in journals like Sustainability , European Journal of Population , and Environmental Management . His research is supported by his expertise in GIS and statistical modeling. Professor Bencardino teaches key courses for undergraduate and graduate programs, including Geopolitics for the Bachelor's in Political Science and International Relations, Territorial organisation and spatial planning for the Master's in Territorial Policies and International Cooperation, and Tourism geography for the Master's in Management.
