Giovanni Michetti

Giovanni Michetti serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Modern Literature and Culture at Sapienza University of Rome. His academic career focuses on archival science with particular expertise in digital archives, document management systems, and technological applications for archival practices. Currently teaching multiple courses including Document Management, Digital Preservation, Archival Organization and Description, and Computer Science for Archives and Libraries for the 2024/2025 academic year, he maintains an active role in the university's archival science programs within the Historical Sciences and Archival and Library Science degree courses.

Michetti's research centers on contemporary archives with special emphasis on digital transformation in archival practices. His work spans digital archives management, document management systems, descriptive models, classification plans, and technology integration in archival contexts. He investigates blockchain applications for enhancing trust in digital archives, develops data architectures for cultural heritage, and examines the economic value of archival resources. His scholarly contributions bridge traditional archival science with modern information technologies, addressing critical challenges in preserving digital records while maintaining intellectual control over archival materials.

His recent publications reveal a clear trajectory toward technological solutions for archival challenges, spanning theoretical aspects of archival science, practical applications of new technologies, and professional standards development. Key recurring themes include digital preservation techniques, blockchain applications for record authentication, data architectures for cultural heritage, and the evolving role of archivists in the digital age. This research reflects the field's transition from traditional archival methods to innovative digital approaches that address contemporary challenges in recordkeeping.

Michetti leads the research project ADA (Advanced Digital Archive), which develops systems for online access to digital collections of humanities at Sapienza University. While specific student advising details aren't provided in the available materials, his extensive publication record and active research projects suggest significant mentorship activities within the archival science community.