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Paola CardamoneView profile

Associate Professor

• Bank De-branching
• R&D and Innovation
• Productivity Analysis
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Paola Cardamone serves as Associate Professor of Economic Policy within the Department of Economics, Statistics, and Finance (DESF) at the University of Calabria (UNICAL). She concurrently holds key administrative roles as Deputy Coordinator of both the Bachelor's and Master's Degree programs in Economics (since 2024) and as a member of the Quality Assurance Management Group (since 2017), having previously served on the DESF Board from 2015 to 2017. Her academic profile is anchored in rigorous empirical research on innovation dynamics and economic policy impacts. Her research program critically examines bank de-branching effects on regional firm creation, R&D spillovers in family-owned enterprises, university-industry knowledge transfer, and preferential trade agreement effectiveness. With strong methodological expertise in spatial econometrics and firm-level analysis, she investigates how geographical proximity, ownership structures, and green transition initiatives influence productivity—particularly within Italian manufacturing and food sectors. Recent work reveals family firms' distinct innovation patterns and the spatially contingent nature of knowledge diffusion. Analysis of her publication trajectory shows consistent focus on microfoundations of innovation, with increasing attention to sustainability dimensions since 2019. Her work demonstrates sophisticated use of quantile regression and spatial modeling to uncover heterogeneous effects across firm types, challenging uniform policy assumptions. The recurring emphasis on Italian regional contexts provides valuable insights for place-based economic development strategies. Cardamone actively contributes to the DIVARI DI PRODUTTIVITA', INNOVAZIONE E POLITICHE DI SVILUPPO research group, which examines efficiency, innovation diffusion, eco-innovation pathways, and European structural fund impacts. This collaborative environment supports her investigations into knowledge spillovers, green economy transitions, and university-firm linkages through meritocratic management practices.

Andrea BelliniView profile

Associate Professor

• Economic Sociology
• Labor Relations
• Professional Sociology
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Andrea Bellini is an Associate Professor at Sapienza University of Rome's Department of Social and Economic Sciences, where he teaches and conducts research in economic sociology and labor sociology. He earned a PhD in Sociology from the University of Florence, focusing on middle-class representations in social theory. Academic Affiliation: Department of Social and Economic Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome Education: PhD in Sociology, University of Florence (thesis on middle-class representations) His research explores professions and industrial relations with particular focus on new forms of work organization and representation in cultural and creative industries. He leads national and international research projects funded by entities like the European Commission, examining topics such as: Labor market transparency and skill recognition Professionalism in globalizing contexts Unionization through service innovation Small firm labor regulation Creative work dynamics Participatory governance models Recent publications address professionalism differentiation (2023), healthcare worker identity (2023), and labor market transparency (2025). His 15 most recent articles (2018-2025) span labor economics, professional sociology, and cultural theory with specific subfields like digital creative work regulation, migrant professional integration, and institutional change. He serves as: Board Member & Secretary/Treasurer of Research Committee 52 (Sociology of Professional Groups) at International Sociological Association Member of doctoral faculty in Social and Economic Sciences, Sapienza Peer reviewer for leading journals including American Journal of Sociology and Social Policy and Administration Teaching activities include: Social Policy (STESS) Professions and Management of Social and Health Services (PROSS) Economic Sociology Sociology of Labor Markets Office hours available via email scheduling and Zoom meetings at https://uniroma1.zoom.us/my/andreabellini .

• Computer Engineering
• VLSI Design
• Fault-Tolerant Systems
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Francesco Angione is a Research Fellow at the Department of Automatic Control and Computer Science (DAUIN) of Politecnico di Torino. He serves as an external teacher and collaborator for courses such as 'Computer architectures' and 'Architectures of processing systems' within the Computer Engineering program. His research focuses on system-level testing, automotive SoCs, FPGA-based testing solutions, and hardware-AI integration. He is affiliated with the CAD - Electronic CAD & Reliability Group at DAUIN. His work emphasizes optimizing test methodologies for automotive systems, leveraging advanced testing equipment (ATE), and developing efficient algorithms for burn-in stress and functional safety. Recent contributions include trustworthiness in hardware-AI integration, burn-in stress quantification, and FPGA-based accelerators for machine learning. Angione's publications span conferences like IEEE VLSI Test Symposium and International Symposium on Defect and Fault Tolerance, with a focus on VLSI, embedded systems, and reliability engineering. His doctoral thesis (2025) explores system-level test techniques for automotive SoCs under Professors Bernardi and Cantoro. He collaborates extensively with industry partners to bridge academic research with practical applications in automotive electronics and semiconductor testing. Key research themes include functional safety compliance, test cost reduction via novel algorithms, and integrating fault injection methods into real-time operating systems. His lab work involves designing flexible FPGA-based test equipment to address manufacturing challenges in digital systems.

• Electrical Power Systems
• Smart Grids
• Energy Economics
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Ettore Francesco Bompard is a Full Professor at the Department of Energy (DENERG), Polytechnic University of Turin, where he conducts research and teaches in electrical power systems, smart grids, and energy transition. He serves as Scientific Advisor for the Partnership Agreement with ENEL and leads multiple research initiatives. His affiliations include the GUSEE and LAME research groups within DENERG, and he holds leadership roles in EU-funded projects such as NEST, DATA CELLAR, and Let’sGOv. He is also Scientific Director of the joint center for Energy Transition Modeling and Simulation between Politecnico di Torino and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. His research focuses on electrical power systems, energy economics, smart grids, and sustainable energy transitions , with particular emphasis on Mediterranean energy dynamics, electricity market design, urban energy resilience, and digital simulation tools. He integrates technical, economic, and geopolitical dimensions to support science-based policy decisions. His work contributes to SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), addressing challenges in renewable integration, energy storage, and grid modernization. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in energy transition modeling, electricity market reconfiguration, smart grid integration, and policy support tools . His work combines simulation, real-time testing, and multi-criteria analysis to assess energy systems at local and regional scales, particularly in the Mediterranean. He develops platforms like ENEMED-Plat and RES-Plat to support decision-making for energy communities and renewable planning. His scientific recognitions include: 2020 MIT A+B Applied Energy Symposium - Best Paper Award Fellow, Chinese Society for Electrical Engineering (CSEE), 2019–present He is a member of the editorial board of Energy Informatics and has led numerous competitive research grants from EU programs (H2020, PNRR, EIT), private foundations, and commercial contracts. He supervises a diverse group of PhD students across electrical engineering, energy, and architecture disciplines, guiding research on topics such as energy storage, market design, and urban energy systems. He also contributes to non-commercial agreements with municipalities (e.g., Turin, Bari) on climate contracts and sustainable transition strategies. Bompard leads or participates in key research laboratories and collaborative networks, including the ENET-RT real-time co-simulation lab and the joint center with Shanghai Jiao Tong University. His work emphasizes glocal (global-local) energy transition, combining local energy communities with global simulation frameworks.

• Technological and Environmental Design of Architecture
• Circular Building Products
• Living Wall Systems
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Elena Piera Montacchini is an Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) of the Polytechnic University of Turin. Her work bridges technological innovation with environmental design, focusing on circular building products, living wall systems, and nature-based solutions. She actively participates in the Italian Society of Architectural Technology (SITdA) and the Green Building Council Italy's Circular Economy working group. Member of TESIS Interuniversity Research Center Co-founder of Growing Green srl spin-off Scientific Director for multiple EU-funded environmental projects Her research emphasizes low-impact construction materials, building-integrated vegetation (BIV), and user-centered design that addresses psycho-emotional/social needs. She coordinates international Memoranda of Understanding with institutions like the Faculty of Interior Architecture in Bucharest and RiceHouse srl. Recent projects include 2025: Development of educational living wall prototypes 2025: Circular material experiments in Langhe vineyards 2024: Digital climate mitigation frameworks She mentors PhD candidates Carlotta Fasano and Jacopo Gasparotto in sustainable and circular systems research. Scientific Recognition Recipient of 2013 Sustainable Development Award from Fondazione per lo Sviluppo Sostenibile Peer reviewer for leading architectural technology journals

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.

• Gravitational Physics
• Numerical Relativity
• Quantum Gravity
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Roberto De Pietri is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physics and Earth Sciences within the Faculty of Mathematical, Physical and Natural Sciences at the University of Parma, Italy. He has held this position since March 1, 2015, following 10 years as a Researcher (Assistant Professor) at the same institution. His research focuses on gravitational physics, numerical relativity, and quantum gravity, with particular emphasis on compact objects, gravitational wave phenomena, and computational astrophysics. De Pietri has made significant contributions to numerical simulations of relativistic systems, including neutron star oscillations, binary mergers, and gravitational wave emission. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with high-performance computing applications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on gravitational wave astronomy, particularly in catalog development (GWTC series), multi-messenger follow-up strategies, and computational infrastructure for real-time alert generation. His research spans from fundamental quantum gravity investigations to practical applications in gravitational wave detection pipelines. De Pietri has supervised five PhD students to completion and numerous master's theses, with research topics centered on numerical relativity, gravitational waveforms, and quantum gravity. He has secured substantial computational resources through PRACE projects, including 30 million core hours for neutron star merger simulations. His teaching portfolio includes graduate courses in gravitational physics and undergraduate instruction in general physics and computational methods. He has presented his research at major international conferences including the Marcel Grossmann Meetings and specialized workshops on numerical relativity.

Claus PahlView profile

Professor

• Software Architecture
• Cloud Computing
• Edge Computing
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Claus Pahl is a Full Professor of Software Engineering at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano , Italy, affiliated with the Faculty of Computer Science . He leads the CECL Cloud and Edge Computing Lab and is a member of the SEAS Software Engineering and Autonomous Systems research group. Ph.D. from the University of Dortmund Academic positions in Germany, Denmark, Ireland, and Italy since 2016 Principal Investigator at Irish Centre for Cloud Computing and Commerce (IC4) and Lero Software Research Centre Over 5 million Euro in research funding 440+ publications with 364,714 reads and 9,736 citations His research focuses on Software Architecture for Cloud and Edge Computing , Autonomous and Adaptive Systems , and Blockchain-based architectures . He explores Model-driven development and AI-driven controllers for self-adaptive systems, emphasizing dependability and quality management . Recent publications highlight trends in blockchain scalability , zero-knowledge proofs , container orchestration , and AI quality engineering for edge environments. He has served as PC Chair for ECOWS 2007 and ICSOC 2018, and General Chair for CLOSER 2017-2018. His work appears in 7 editorial boards, and he leads educational initiatives in software engineering principles.

• Ecohydraulics
• River Habitat Modeling
• Environmental Flow Assessment
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Paolo Vezza is an Associate Professor at the Department of Environment, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at Polytechnic University of Turin . He specializes in ecohydraulics, river habitat modeling, and sustainable hydropower systems. Teaches River Hydraulics , Hydropower Plants , and Climate Change Adaptation courses Coordinates the Hydropower Plants Master's program Co-supervises PhD theses in Civil and Environmental Engineering Research focuses on environmental flow assessment and MesoHABSIM methodology for habitat modeling, with applications across Italy, Spain, Lithuania, Brazil, and Latvia. His work integrates hydrology , terrestrial ecology , and biodiversity conservation to address SDG 6: Clean Water , SDG 7: Affordable Energy , and SDG 14: Life Below Water . Key publications analyze fish distribution models (2015), high-gradient stream habitats (2014), and non-perennial river ecosystems (2020). He serves as Associate Editor for Frontiers in Environmental Science and contributes to international symposia.

• Urban Planning
• Regional and Urban Studies
• Territorial Governance
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Valeria Baglione is a Research Fellow at the Interuniversity Department of Territorial Sciences, Planning and Policies (DIST) at Politecnico di Torino. Her work focuses on urban and regional planning, with a particular emphasis on community-led initiatives, territorial governance, and sustainable development practices. Key research areas include: Urban governance and resilience Cohousing and collaborative housing models Subsidiarity in territorial planning Resource valorization in rural-urban interfaces Her publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to understanding community dynamics, policy implementation, and sustainable urban-rural relationships. Recent work explores social cohesion in cohousing, resilience in Transition Towns, and contractual communities in resource management.

Luisa TorriView profile

Professor

• Food Sensory Evaluation
• Consumer Science
• Chemosensory Perception
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Luisa Torri is a Full Professor of Food Technologies at the University of Gastronomic Sciences (UNISG), Italy. She holds roles as Prorector, Director of the Sensory Analysis Lab, and Board Member of the PhD program in Ecogastronomy. Her work bridges food science, consumer behavior, and sustainability. Education: Master’s in Food Science (2002) and PhD in Food Biotechnology (2008) from the University of Milan. She joined UNISG in 2007 as Sensory Analysis Lab head, becoming Assistant Professor (2008), then Associate Professor (2018) before achieving Full Professor status in 2023. Research focuses on sensory evaluation, consumer psychology, and sustainable food systems. Key topics include novel food acceptance, chemosensory perception differences, and shelf-life analysis using electronic noses. She pioneered studies on jellyfish, cultivated meat, and circular economy applications in food. Teaches courses like Sensory Analysis, Sustainable Novel Foods, and Food Packaging. Leads interdisciplinary projects like SHEEP-UP (ovine biodiversity) and SusPlantIC4.5 (plant-based ice cream innovation). Collaborates with industry giants (Barilla, Ikea, Whirlpool) and publishes over 150 articles. Institutional roles include leadership in the Italian Society of Sensory Sciences and the Italian Scientific Food Packaging Group. Current research emphasizes consumer-driven sustainability transitions and digital gastronomy education.

Ilaria ZILLIView profile

Professor

• Economic History
• Regional Development
• Industrial Heritage
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Prof.ssa Ilaria ZILLI is a Full Professor at the Università degli Studi del Molise, affiliated with the Facoltà di Economia. Her research focuses on economic history, regional development, and industrial heritage, with a particular emphasis on the Molise region and Southern Italy. She has conducted extensive studies on historical economic structures, industrial resilience, and the valorization of cultural and archaeological resources. Her work integrates historical analysis with contemporary socio-economic challenges, exploring topics such as post-war industrial systems, traditional food production (e.g., pasta industry), maritime resource management, and the economic impact of cultural heritage. Notable projects include the 'Atlante delle emergenze culturali' mapping cultural resources in Molise and studies on corporate resilience in Mezzogiorno enterprises. ZILLI’s publications span from the 18th century to modern-day analyses, addressing themes like pre-unitary economic structures, tourism potential, and financial strategies. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining economic history with cultural studies and environmental analysis to inform regional policy-making.

• Sustainability Studies
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Multi-Criteria Decision Making
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Prof. Fausto Cavallaro is a Full Professor at the Department of Economics of the University of Molise (UniMol), Italy. His research focuses on sustainability, renewable energy systems, multi-criteria decision-making methodologies, and fuzzy logic applications in environmental and economic contexts. He holds a prominent role in academic administration through his position as Professore Ordinario. Key research areas include renewable energy technology assessment, sustainable supply chain management, and innovative decision frameworks for environmental policy design. His work integrates advanced mathematical models (e.g., intuitionistic fuzzy systems, TOPSIS, AHP) with real-world applications in energy systems, urban planning, and healthcare logistics. Recent publications (2020–2025) emphasize sustainability challenges like zero-carbon transportation, humanitarian crisis impacts on tourism, and digital transformation in human resource management. He has contributed to global discussions on energy transition through frameworks for evaluating solar power, biofuel, and offshore wind projects. Prof. Cavallaro collaborates internationally, evidenced by co-authored studies across Europe and Asia. His work bridges technical decision-making tools with socio-economic factors, addressing complex sustainability challenges at local, national, and global scales.

Nicola Blefari MelazziView profile

Professor

• Telecommunications Networks
• 5G/6G Technologies
• Wireless Networks
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Nicola Blefari Melazzi is a Full Professor of Telecommunications at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, leading the Department of Electronic Engineering since 2002. He has held pivotal roles, including Director of the National Inter-University Consortium for Telecommunications (CNIT) from 2017 to 2023 and current President of CNIT and the RESTART Foundation (managing a €116M research program). His expertise spans 5G/6G networks, electromagnetic field exposure analysis, network security, and IoT applications. He has coordinated over 30 EU projects, including leadership in the 5G Public-Private Partnership and the 6G Infrastructure Association. Education: Full Professor since 2002 at University of Rome Tor Vergata. Roles include Chair of PhD programs in Telecommunications Engineering and Department Director (2010-2016). Research focuses on telecommunications network performance, 5G/6G architecture, and security. Notable work includes studies on electromagnetic field exposure from 5G infrastructure, positioning systems, and wireless network integrity. His contributions address regulatory and health impacts of dense 5G deployment, as well as innovations in network architecture design and cybersecurity. Contributions include leadership in EU initiatives like the 5G Infrastructure Association (now 6G IA) and the Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking (funded €900M by the European Commission). He has authored/co-authored ~260 papers, with a focus on experimental validation and real-world network analysis. Labs/Teams: Active in CNIT (41 universities), RESTART Foundation, and collaborations with industry leaders like Ericsson and Telecom Italia. His teams investigate emerging technologies such as SDN/NFV, IoT integration, and information-centric networking for disaster scenarios.

Antonella Caru'View profile

Professor

• Service Management
• Customer Experience
• Experiential Marketing
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Antonella Caru' is a Full Professor of Business Economics and Management at Bocconi University and Senior Professor at SDA Bocconi School of Management. She currently serves as Dean for Development and Alumni Relations at Bocconi (since 2022), following previous roles as Dean of the Graduate School (2014-2022) and Dean of the Undergraduate School (2012-2014). She holds a PhD in Business Economics from Bocconi University (1993) and a Degree in Business Economics from the same institution (1986). Her teaching focuses on services management, experiential marketing, and arts/cultural management, delivered across undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs. Research interests span service management, customer experience innovation, and cultural organization strategy, with a long-standing emphasis on experiential marketing and arts management. She has led multiple projects analyzing consumer experiences, service innovation, and performance measurement in diverse sectors including banking, insurance, and cultural institutions. Her publications (15+ recent entries) address topics like consumer behavior, service co-creation, sensory marketing in art, and digital innovation strategies. She actively engages with Bocconi’s alumni community through her role on the Alumni Council. Teaching contributions include courses such as 'Services Marketing' and 'Experiential Marketing', reflecting her dual academic and leadership roles. Labs/teams: While not explicitly named, her leadership roles suggest involvement in institutional strategy groups and interdisciplinary research teams focused on education and cultural management.