Fabrizio Rossi

Fabrizio Rossi is a Full Professor of Operations Research at the University of L'Aquila, Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics. He has been a member of the Board of Administration at the university since 2019 and previously from 2010 to 2012. His academic career spans over two decades, including roles as Associate Professor (2005–2019) and Assistant Professor (1997–2002).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Operations Research, University of Rome 'La Sapienza' (1996)
• Laurea Degree in Electrical Engineering, University of Rome 'La Sapienza' (1992)
• Visiting Student in IEOR at Columbia University, New York (1996)
• Operations Research School, Scuola di Matematica Interuniversitaria (1996)

Research Interests: Fabrizio Rossi specializes in large-scale optimization methodologies, including Integer Programming and Combinatorial Optimization. His work addresses complex applications in telecommunications network design, manufacturing process optimization, logistics systems, and healthcare. Recent innovations include algorithms for DNA sequence optimization and tumor classification using machine learning. He focuses on practical solutions through advanced techniques like lift-and-project operators and robust optimization frameworks, with significant contributions to scheduling and resource allocation in call centers and satellite missions.

Scientific Awards:

• Informs Computing Society Prize (2014) (collaborative with Jim Ostrowski, Jeff Linderoth, Stefano Smriglio)
• Finalist, Euro Excellence in Practice Award (2006) for research on terrestrial broadcasting migration

Advising and Grants: As a project leader, he coordinated major initiatives such as:

• PRIN 2010–2012: Integer Programming methods for radio transmission networks
• 2008–2009: Analog-to-digital broadcasting migration optimization
• IST SAILOR Project (2002–2005): Satellite UMTS emulation systems

He also contributed to European Space Agency's MAS Project (2004–2006) and collaborated with Italian regulatory bodies on telecommunication projects. His research portfolio includes over 50 projects since 1993, emphasizing real-world applications in manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare systems.

Labs/Teams: His research is conducted within the Department's optimization groups and industry partnerships. Collaborations include ESA satellite scheduling, RAIWay frequency assignment, and healthcare institutions for treatment planning systems.