Marco Miniaci

Marco Miniaci is a Full Professor in the Department of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering (DISEG) at Politecnico di Torino, Italy. His research lies at the intersection of structural mechanics, metamaterials, and wave control, with a focus on innovative solutions for civil and underwater engineering applications.

His primary research interests include:

• Mechanics of Solids and Structures
• Architectured Metamaterials
• Wave Propagation Control
• Underwater Acoustics
• Phononic Crystals
• Resilient and Engineered Material Systems

The funded projects he leads—POSEIDON and DREAM—reflect a strong trend toward developing unconventional, sub-wavelength-scale technologies for controlling mechanical waves in complex environments, particularly underwater. These efforts are supported by competitive European and national grants, indicating high scientific impact and innovation.

Marco Miniaci has secured significant research funding through competitive calls, including:

• POSEIDON: Unconventional principles of underwater wave control in the sub-wavelength regime (2025–2027), EU-funded via Horizon Europe - ERC, where he serves as Scientific Responsible.
• DREAM: Design of Resilient Engineered Architectured Metamaterials (2025–2028), funded under PNRR Mission 4, where he is Project Manager.

He is actively involved in leading advanced research initiatives in engineered materials for structural resilience and acoustic control. His work is conducted within the Department of Structural, Geotechnical and Building Engineering, contributing to both fundamental science and applied technological innovation in civil engineering and smart material systems.