Salvatore Mario Carta

Salvatore Mario Carta is Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science of the University of Cagliari. He founded the Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Laboratory and co-founded 4 hi-tech companies. His research spans multiple AI applications including large language models, financial forecasting, road safety, and health informatics.

• PhD in Electronics and Computer Science (2003, University of Cagliari)
• Assistant Professor (2005–2014)
• Associate Professor (2014–2021)
• Full Professor (2021–present)

His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, including Large Language Models for knowledge representation, AI Algorithms for smart mobility and financial forecasting, Clustering Algorithms for behavioral pattern analysis, and E-coaching Platforms for health applications. Recent work explores Knowledge Graph Engineering, Monocular 3D Object Detection, and Zero-Shot Learning in urban systems.

Scientific output trends include Smart Cities (2024), Knowledge Graphs (2024), Medical Imaging (2024), and Financial AI (2024). His 15 most recent articles (2025–2024) emphasize Deep Learning for security, GAN for biometrics, and Generative Models for language preservation.

As lab director and founder of spin-offs like The Cloud Alchemist Srl and Visioscientiae Srl, he bridges academic research and industrial innovation. Current affiliations include ACM membership, with past responsibilities as Local Unit Responsible for CINI.