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Michael Dumbser is a Full Professor at the University of Trento's Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on computational fluid dynamics, numerical methods for hyperbolic conservation laws, and high-performance computing. He specializes in developing structure-preserving numerical schemes such as discontinuous Galerkin and finite volume methods for continuum mechanics, relativistic fluid dynamics, and multiphase flows. Teaching responsibilities include courses like Calcolo numerico e programmazione , High-Performance Computing for Multi-Functional Metamaterials , and Metodi numerici per l'ambiente . His work emphasizes thermodynamically compatible formulations and adaptive numerical methods for complex physical systems. Recent research trends involve hyperbolic reformulations of classical models (e.g., Navier-Stokes-Korteweg, Einstein equations), staggered semi-implicit schemes for incompressible flows, and GPU-accelerated algorithms. His publications span topics from geophysical fluid dynamics to relativistic astrophysics, with a focus on maintaining physical conservation principles in numerical implementations. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided information. His advising record is not detailed here, though his courses suggest involvement in student mentorship. Research collaborations include projects on metamaterials and computational geophysics. Current initiatives include developing unified models for earthquake rupture dynamics, non-Newtonian fluid simulations, and adaptive mesh refinement techniques. His lab work involves high-performance computing frameworks like ExaHyPE for large-scale wave propagation studies.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Discontinuous Galerkin Methods
• Finite Volume Methods
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Michele Gattullo serves as an Assistant Professor within the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics & Management at the Polytechnic University of Bari, Italy, specializing in design methods for industrial engineering (ING-IND/15). His research bridges cutting-edge extended reality technologies with practical industrial applications, focusing on human-centered solutions for manufacturing, maintenance, and workplace design. Dr. Gattullo's research portfolio centers on Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Biophilic Design, with significant contributions to Human-Computer Interaction in industrial contexts. He investigates how nature-inspired elements in virtual workspaces enhance employee well-being and productivity, while simultaneously developing practical AR tools for assembly guidance, technical documentation, and maintenance support. His work uniquely integrates ergonomics, cognitive psychology, and industrial engineering to optimize human-technology interaction in complex production environments. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals two dominant research trajectories: biophilic design frameworks for virtual/metaverse workspaces (2023-2025) and industrial AR authoring methodologies. The biophilic stream establishes evidence-based guidelines for digital nature integration, while the AR stream delivers validated tools like ADAM and minimal AR approaches that streamline technical documentation creation. Both trajectories emphasize user experience validation through rigorous industrial studies, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary impact across computer science, industrial engineering, and environmental psychology. Scientific Awards: No awards or honors were documented in the available sources. Advising and Grants: The provided materials contain no information regarding graduate student supervision, research grants, or funding sources. His academic profile emphasizes publication output over mentoring activities or project financing details. Laboratories and Teams: While Dr. Gattullo's research involves advanced XR technologies, the source text does not specify laboratory facilities, research groups, or collaborative teams associated with his work at Politecnico di Bari.

• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
• Biophilic Design
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Stefano Scialo' is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences "G.L. Lagrange" (DISMA) at the Polytechnic University of Turin. He is also a member of the Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab and serves as the contact person for the Bachelor's Degree Program in Mathematics for Engineering (L3). His academic journey began with a Master’s in Aerospace Engineering (2007), followed by a PhD in Mathematics for Engineering (2014), both from the same institution. After his PhD, he held postdoctoral and Assistant Professor positions at DISMA before being promoted to Associate Professor. Education: PhD in Mathematics for Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, 2014 Master in Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino, 2007 His research focuses on advanced numerical methods for partial differential equations, particularly in the context of complex multiscale and multiphysics systems. Key areas include the Virtual Element Method (VEM), domain decomposition techniques based on PDE-constrained optimization, and the simulation of flows in fractured porous media. He has made significant contributions to 3D-1D coupled problems, with applications in geosciences and biomedical modeling such as tumor-induced angiogenesis. His methodological work emphasizes robustness, scalability, and applicability to non-conforming and polygonal meshes, enabling high-performance computing solutions. The trend in his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on developing and analyzing mixed virtual element methods, optimization-based coupling strategies, and their applications to engineering and biological systems. His work bridges theoretical numerical analysis with practical implementations in fluid dynamics and subsurface flow. Scientific Contributions: Principal Investigator of the FREYA project (2023–2026) on hybrid numerical approaches for fault reactivation. Coordinator of the INdAM-GNCS research project (2018–2019). Member of the research group "Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing" at DISMA. Stefano Scialo' actively supervises doctoral students, including Matteo Trombini in the PhD program in Mathematical Sciences. He teaches a range of courses such as Advanced Scientific Programming in MATLAB, Numerical Methods and Scientific Computing, and specialized topics on Virtual Element Methods. He also contributes to curriculum development and academic governance through roles in doctoral colleges and degree program committees, including those for Mathematical, Mechanical, Aerospace, and Automotive Engineering. Laboratories and Research Groups: Member, Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab Research Group: Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing (DISMA)

• Numerical Analysis
• Numerical Methods for Partial Differential Equations
• Virtual Element Methods
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Dario Viberti is a Full Professor at the Polytechnic University of Turin, affiliated with the Department of Environmental, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI). He is a member of the Interdepartmental Center Ec-L - Energy Center Lab and actively contributes to the Master's and Continuing Education School. He serves as Coordinator for both Master’s levels I and II of the Natural Resources Development and Storage program and participates in doctoral colleges for Civil and Environmental Engineering and Materials, Sustainable Processes, and Systems for the Transition. His research focuses on flow in underground porous media , geoenergy , and underground energy storage , particularly hydrogen and CO₂ storage. His expertise spans numerical modeling, reservoir engineering, fluid mechanics, well testing, and energy transition systems. He is involved in commercial research projects with ENI Corporate University and leads initiatives related to sustainable energy applications. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in underground hydrogen storage , biogeochemical modeling , pore-scale simulation , and PVT analysis of gas mixtures . These works emphasize safety, efficiency, and long-term integrity of subsurface storage systems using advanced computational and experimental methods. Scientific Manager, Underground CO2 Storage Project (2022) Scientific Manager, Reservoir Modeling Project (2022) Coordinator, Master’s Program in Natural Resources Development and Storage Member, SEASTAR Competence Center Committee (2020–2025) He mentors several PhD students, including Michel Tawil, Marialuna Loffredo, Alice Raeli, and Alice Massimiani, supporting research in microfluidics, Lattice Boltzmann simulations, and thermodynamic characterization. He teaches courses such as Numerical Modeling for Multiphase Flow , Underground Energy Storage , and Well Logging and Testing across multiple degree programs. His work aligns with UN SDGs 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and 13 (Climate Action).

• Flow in underground porous media
• Geoenergy
• Underground energy storage
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Pietro Cornetti is an Associate Professor in the Department of Structural, Building and Geotechnical Engineering (DISEG) at the Politecnico di Torino, where he also serves as Coordinator of the Doctoral School in Civil and Environmental Engineering. He is a member of the SISCON Interdepartmental Center for the Safety of Infrastructures and Constructions and the Doctoral School Council. His academic career has been deeply rooted at Politecnico di Torino, where he completed his education and has held continuous academic positions since 1999. His research interests span a broad spectrum of solid and fracture mechanics, with a focus on finite fracture mechanics , fractional calculus , fractal geometry , non-local elasticity , size effects in concrete and granular materials, and structural retrofitting using FRP/FRCM systems . His work bridges theoretical mechanics with practical applications in civil engineering and structural integrity. The 15 most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward integrating advanced mathematical frameworks—particularly fractional calculus and phase-field modeling—with classical and finite fracture mechanics. These works address brittle fracture, dynamic crack propagation, fatigue in composites, and debonding phenomena, demonstrating a consistent focus on improving predictive models for structural failure across scales. He actively mentors PhD students and leads major research initiatives, including the H2020-funded NEWFRAC project and the nationally funded REHARZE project on retrofitting historic architecture for zero emissions. His teaching portfolio includes Solid Mechanics, Structural Mechanics, Fracture and Plasticity, and advanced topics in computational mechanics across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels. He is affiliated with several professional organizations: Italian Group of Fracture (IGF) Italian Association of Applied and Theoretical Mechanics (AIMETA) European Structural Integrity Society (ESIS), Technical Committee TC16 He has served on the program committee of the International Conference on Fracture (ICF14) and participated in the organizing committee of AIMETA XXI. His research is supported by competitive grants from national (PRIN) and EU (H2020) funding programs. He supervises a research group focused on fracture mechanics and leads the Laboratorio di Meccanica della Frattura (DISEG) , which supports experimental and computational research in structural integrity. His team works on both theoretical developments and practical applications in civil and environmental engineering.

• Fracture Mechanics
• Solid Mechanics
• Finite Fracture Mechanics
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Paolo Falzone is an Associate Professor at the Department of Modern Literature and Culture, Sapienza University of Rome. He specializes in Dante studies, medieval philosophy, political thought, and classical sources in modern Italian literature. His research bridges theological, philosophical, and poetic dimensions in Dante's works and their historiography. His academic contributions include critical analyses of Dante's political discourse, studies on Averroism's influence, and comparative examinations of classical reception in 20th-century Italian writers like Pasolini and Morante. He has co-edited scholarly works and organized conferences on Dante's intellectual legacy. Keywords: Dante Alighieri, Averroism, Medieval Philosophy, Italian Literature, Political Thought, Classical Reception Falzone's publications reveal trends in Dante's philosophical foundations, Manzoni's ideological frameworks, and interconnections between Greek tragedy and modern Italian dramaturgy. His editorial projects highlight collaborative scholarship in Italian philology. Office hours and course materials are managed through the university's virtual classroom system, with email contact at paolo.falzone@uniroma1.it. He teaches graduate courses on Dante's works and 19th/20th-century Italian literature.

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

• 3D modeling
• Reconstructive modeling
• Augmented Reality (AR)
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Marco Rossi is an Associate Professor at Marche Polytechnic University in the College of Engineering , affiliated with the Department of Industrial Engineering and Mathematical Sciences . His research focuses on Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science , particularly the plasticity and fracture mechanics of sheet metals and additive manufacturing materials , utilizing advanced techniques like digital image correlation and inverse problems in computational mechanics . Scientific Sector: IIND-03/A - Mechanical Design and Machine Construction Contact: m.rossi@staff.univpm.it , via Brecce Bianche, Ancona, Italy His work emphasizes 3D anisotropic plasticity models , material calibration for sheet metal forming , and thermomechanical characterization of metals. Recent publications highlight applications of virtual fields method (VFM) and finite element model updating (FEMU) in optimizing experimental setups for additive manufacturing and high-strain testing . Key Research Areas: Mechanical Design Plasticity Modeling Digital Image Correlation Inverse Identification 3D Printing Material Behavior Tensegrity Structural Systems

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

• Computer Graphics
• Geometry Processing
• Computational Topology
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Andrea Moiola is a Researcher in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Pavia, specializing in Scientific Computing with a focus on Numerical Methods and Applications. His work centers on developing and analyzing advanced numerical techniques for partial differential equations, particularly wave propagation problems (acoustic, electromagnetic, and quantum). He is affiliated with the Scientific Computing Group and contributes to interdisciplinary projects involving boundary element methods, discontinuous Galerkin methods, and space-time formulations. Research interests include Helmholtz equations, Maxwell's equations, and Schrödinger equations, with applications to scattering problems, fractal geometry, and heterogeneous media. He emphasizes high-frequency asymptotics, stability analysis, and efficient computational strategies for challenging problems like acoustic scattering by fractal screens and wave propagation in non-smooth domains. His methods often leverage Trefftz-type basis functions and polynomial approximations to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Publications highlight contributions to numerical analysis of wave equations, boundary integral equations, and isogeometric methods. He has explored topics such as evanescent plane wave approximations, Hausdorff-measure boundary element methods, and polynomial quasi-Trefftz spaces. His work bridges theoretical foundations (e.g., Sobolev spaces on rough sets) with practical implementations, ensuring robust numerical solutions for complex geometries and physical phenomena.

• Numerical Analysis
• Partial Differential Equations
• Wave Propagation
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Letizia Scuderi is a Tenured Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematical Sciences 'GL Lagrange' (DISMA) , Politecnico di Torino. She is affiliated with the College of Mathematical Engineering and contributes to teaching in Chemical and Sustainable Process Engineering, Mathematics for Engineering, and Aerospace Engineering programs. Her research focuses on numerical methods for wave propagation problems, particularly acoustic and elastic waves in bounded and unbounded domains. Scientific Branch: Numerical Analysis (MATH-05/A) Research Interests: Acoustic waves, Elasticity, Integral Equations, Wave Propagation, Computational Methods, etc. She actively collaborates with the Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing (DISMA) research group. Her work involves coupling Boundary Element Methods (BEM) , Finite Element Methods (FEM) , and Virtual Element Methods (VEM) to solve partial differential equations in complex domains. Recent publications highlight her contributions to: Wave scattering problems Time-domain simulations Non-reflecting boundary conditions Curved virtual elements Convolution quadrature Wavelet-based matrix sparsification She supervises PhD students Davide Collato and Matteo Ferrari , focusing on non-symmetric coupling techniques and wave propagation in unbounded domains.

• Numerical Analysis
• Acoustic Waves
• Elasticity
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Ilenia Fronza is a Tenured Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering of the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano. Her research focuses on Computing Education Research (CER), exploring teaching and learning computing across all educational levels, with emphasis on software engineering education, pedagogical innovation, and digital transformation. She leads projects like HOLA (Computing Education Research Lab) and OSCAR (promoting cross-cutting digital skills), and organizes the MobileDev coding camp recognized by MIUR. Her teaching includes courses like AI-assisted Literature Review and Research Methods in the Master’s in Software Engineering program. Research interests span hybrid work literacy, inclusive education strategies, and software engineering pedagogy. She emphasizes non-conventional learning experiences, such as coding camps and robotics workshops, to bridge educational and professional contexts. Recent work addresses pandemic impacts on software engineering practices and the ethical dimensions of AI-driven robotics systems. Collaborations include the iNEST project fostering regional innovation ecosystems. Her projects integrate academic and industry partnerships, aiming to align digital skills education with societal needs. Advising and grants focus on curriculum development and educational technology tools like RoboCards for robotics camps. She contributes to policy initiatives through projects like OSCAR, aiming to enhance Europe-wide digital literacy programs.

• Computing Education Research
• Software Engineering Education
• Digital Transformation
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Alberto Milazzo is Full Professor of Aerospace Structures at University of Palermo's Engineering department. His research develops computational methods for aerospace structures, composite materials, and fracture mechanics. Teaching responsibilities include Aerospace Construction, Aerospace Structures, and Materials courses. Research advances numerical methods for structural analysis including discontinuous Galerkin formulations, boundary element techniques, and homogenization approaches for complex materials. Published work demonstrates applications in UAV design, morphing structures, and hydrogen storage systems for sustainable aviation. Recent projects involve European collaborations on multiscale analysis of aircraft structures.

• Aerospace Structures
• Composite Materials
• Computational Mechanics
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Enrico Bertolazzi is an Associate Professor in Numerical Analysis at the University of Trento's Department of Industrial Engineering. He specializes in numerical methods for optimal control, finite element methods, sparse matrix computations, and symbolic computation. His work integrates advanced programming skills in C/C++, MATLAB, and other languages to develop computational tools for engineering and mathematical challenges. Bertolazzi's research addresses complex systems such as vehicle dynamics, trajectory optimization, and real-time simulations, with applications in automotive engineering, renewable energy, and robotics. Research Interests: Numerical Optimal Control and Trajectory Planning Finite Element/Finite Volume Methods for PDEs Sparse Matrix Algorithms Clothoid Curve Modeling Symbolic-Numeric Hybrid Techniques Vehicle Dynamics and Autonomous Systems Publications: Recent work focuses on real-time tire models, DAE index reduction, and autonomous vehicle path planning. His contributions span algorithm development, computational toolboxes (e.g., TrussMe-Fem), and interdisciplinary applications combining mathematics with engineering. Grants & Advising: Advises on optimal control, robotics, and simulation projects. Active in developing educational software like the virtual racing car championship platform. Labs/Teams: Involved in research groups focused on intelligent vehicles, computational mechanics, and numerical methods for industrial applications.

• Numerical Analysis
• Optimal Control
• Finite Element Methods
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Marco Gherlone is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) at Politecnico di Torino. He obtained his M.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering at POLITO in 1999 and his Ph.D. in 2003. He became assistant professor in Aircraft Structures in 2005, associate professor in 2014, and full professor in 2020. From 2018 to 2024, he served as coordinator of the Ph.D. program in Aerospace Engineering at POLITO. He has been a visiting researcher at the National Institute of Aerospace (USA) in 2007, 2011, and 2012. His educational background includes: M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Politecnico di Torino (1999) Ph.D., Politecnico di Torino (2003) Professor Gherlone's research focuses on composite materials and structural analysis, with particular emphasis on: Higher-order theories for multilayered composite and sandwich structures Structural optimization Impact problems Inverse methods for structural health monitoring Analysis of damaged composite structures and damage detection His recent publications reveal a strong focus on shape sensing, structural health monitoring, and advanced finite element methods for composite structures. He has developed expertise in the Refined Zigzag Theory for analyzing complex composite structures, with applications ranging from aerospace to hydrogen storage systems. Professor Gherlone has received notable recognition including: The Composite Structures Award 2007 conferred by Elsevier, Netherlands He serves on the editorial boards of Sensors (since 2021) and Shock & Vibration (since 2018). As an educator, Professor Gherlone has supervised 4 Ph.D. students and co-supervised 2 others, along with 134 M.S. theses and 203 B.S. theses. He currently supervises 3 Ph.D. students and co-supervises 1. His teaching includes "Aircraft structures" and "Aerospace structures dynamics" for the M.S. degree program, and previously taught "Fundamentals of structural mechanics" for the B.S. degree program. He leads the AESDO (Aircraft and Engine Structural Design and Optimization) research group and has been involved in numerous research projects funded by the Piedmont Region, Italian Ministry of University and Research, European Commission, and industry contracts with aerospace and automotive companies.

• Composite laminates
• Composite materials
• Finite element analysis
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