Francesca Matrone

Francesca Matrone is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor in the Department of Environment, Land and Infrastructure Engineering (DIATI) at Politecnico di Torino, Italy. Her work bridges geomatics, artificial intelligence, and cultural heritage conservation, with a focus on 3D modeling, GIS, and HBIM integration for urban and historical environments.

Her research interests include Geomatics, Cultural Heritage Digitization, AI in Geospatial Analysis, Drone-Based 3D Modeling, Semantic Segmentation of Point Clouds, and Smart Cities. She applies advanced technologies like UAVs, deep learning, and BIM-GIS integration to enhance the documentation, maintenance, and resilience of built heritage.

The recent publications highlight a strong trend in using AI and machine learning for semantic segmentation of 3D heritage models, integration of HBIM with GIS using standards like IFC and CityGML, and drone-based photogrammetry for urban and territorial planning. These works reflect a multidisciplinary approach combining computer science, civil engineering, and digital heritage.

Francesca Matrone is actively involved in research projects such as:

• HERITALISE (2025–2028, EU-funded): Digitization and cloud visualization of heritage buildings
• ACLIMO (2024–2026): Research collaboration with APAM on protected areas
• COGNITIO-FORT (2025–2026): Scientific Director for a project with Unione Montana Valle Stura

She teaches across multiple programs:

• PhD: GeoAI for advanced urban analyses; Drones for 3D modeling (Main Teacher)
• Master’s: GIS Modeling for City and Land; Knowledge of Built Heritage under Climate Change
• Bachelor’s: GeoAI: Artificial Intelligence and Geospatial Data; Topography (Course Collaborator)

She is a member of the Teaching Colleges for Civil and Building Engineering and Electronic, Telecommunications and Physics Engineering. She also holds a Learning to Teach (L2T) Open Badge from Politecnico di Torino, demonstrating her commitment to pedagogical excellence.

Francesca is a co-inventor of the MAIN10ANCE PLATFORM, a national software patent aimed at enhancing the maintenance and conservation of historical built heritage through integrated HBIM-GIS systems.