Alberto Cina

Alberto Cina is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental, Land, and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at the Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy. His work spans geomatics, geodesy, photogrammetry, and GNSS positioning, with a focus on environmental and infrastructure monitoring.

His research interests include geodesy, cartography, photogrammetry, GNSS positioning, glacier monitoring, landslide detection, 3D modeling of natural environments, and geospatial data integration. He applies these to alpine monitoring, cadastral systems, and environmental impact assessment in sensitive areas such as show caves.

His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on satellite and UAV-based monitoring of glaciers, particularly in the Italian Alps (Rutor and Belvedere Glaciers), using multi-sensor and multi-temporal approaches. He also contributes to low-cost GNSS solutions for slope instability and 3D modeling of touristic caves, demonstrating applied geomatics for environmental and hazard management.

Scientific Contributions and Affiliations:

• Scientific Director, Agreement for GNSS stations TORI and ALSN (Piedmont Region, 2024–2029)
• Scientific Manager, Alpine monitoring projects (2024–2025)
• Member, Board of Directors, AuTEC (2010–2013) and SIFET (2007–2018)
• Leader of competitive research projects (PRIN, FAR, SMARTOUR)

Advising and Grants: He supervises PhD students Myrta Maria Macelloni and Elisabetta Corte in Civil and Environmental Engineering. He has led numerous research grants, including national PRIN and FAR projects, Interreg collaborations, and commercial contracts with ENI and regional authorities. His funding spans glacier dynamics, landslide monitoring, cadastral integration, and geospatial infrastructure.

Laboratory and Team: He leads the Geomatics Lab (DIATI), focusing on photogrammetry, GNSS, and remote sensing applications. His team collaborates on multidisciplinary projects involving geology, hydrology, and environmental engineering, particularly in alpine and karst environments.