معرفی
Rocco Furferi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Florence, specializing in Machine Vision, Computational Graphics, and Additive Manufacturing. His academic journey includes a PhD in Machine Design and Construction (2005) and national qualifications for Associate (2014) and Full Professor roles (2017). He has held roles as a Researcher, Senior Researcher, and since 2018, Associate Professor. His research focuses on integrating AI, 3D modeling, and medical technologies for applications in heritage science, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2005), Laurea in Mechanical Engineering (2001), and professional engineering qualification. Key research areas include reverse engineering, tactile exploration of artworks, and medical device design. He has led projects like the IMAT initiative for art conservation using nanotechnology and developed tactile models for visually impaired museum visitors.
Publications span journals like Heritage Science, Applied Sciences, and IEEE Access, with a focus on medical imaging, additive manufacturing, and cultural heritage. His work bridges engineering, medicine, and art conservation, emphasizing practical applications in sectors like textiles, healthcare, and museum technology. He contributes to international conferences and collaborates with institutions like Springer on conference proceedings and book chapters.
