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Michele Zazzi is a full Professor in Urban and Regional Planning at the Department of Engineering and Architecture, University of Parma, Italy. He teaches in the Faculty of Architecture and is actively involved in multiple degree programs, including the First Cycle Degree in Constructions, Infrastructures and Territorial Management and the Second Cycle Degree in Architecture and City Sustainability. He has served as Programme Coordinator for the MSc in Architecture and City Sustainability (2017–2023) and currently leads the Professional Master in Urban Regeneration. He also represents the University of Parma in international cooperation agreements with institutions in Spain and Russia.
His research focuses on urban regeneration, climate change adaptation, public space quality, sustainable mobility, and environmental planning. He is particularly interested in medium-sized cities and the integration of ecological and social dimensions in urban development. His work emphasizes innovative planning tools, active mobility, and resilient urban systems.
The recent publications highlight a strong trend in sustainable urban transformation, with a focus on accessibility, smart mobility, climate resilience, and participatory governance. His work bridges technical planning with ecological and social sustainability, especially in the context of Italian and European urban contexts.
- Member, Italian Institute of Urban Planners (INU) since 1994
- Member, Italian Society of Urban Planners (SIU) since 2001
- Member, EUWATER network
- Italian Coordinator, Protocol with Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (since 2019)
- Italian Coordinator, Protocol with Urals State Forest Engineering University (2007–2012)
Prof. Zazzi advises students and serves on the Doctorate Board of the Ph.D. program in Civil Engineering and Architecture at the University of Parma. He has supervised numerous academic projects and contributes to national and international research initiatives, particularly in urban sustainability and climate adaptation. He has not received specific scientific awards mentioned in the text, but his extensive publication record (about 140 papers) and leadership roles indicate significant scholarly impact. He is involved in research projects related to urban regeneration, sustainable mobility, and environmental planning, often in collaboration with regional and European partners.
He is associated with research groups and networks focused on urban sustainability, planning innovation, and water management. His work contributes to interdisciplinary teams addressing climate resilience and sustainable urban development, particularly through the integration of planning, design, and environmental science.
