Valerio Acocella

Valerio Acocella is a Professor at the University of Roma Tre (Italy) specializing in volcanology, structural geology, and tectonics. He earned his B.Sc. in Geosciences from Sapienza University of Rome and a Ph.D. in Magma Emplacement from the University of Siena (2000). His research focuses on volcanic structure, deformation, and magmatic processes.

Research Interests: Acocella investigates volcanic dynamics through field studies and advanced geophysical techniques like InSAR. His work spans magma transfer mechanisms in calderas (e.g., Campi Flegrei and Galápagos), eruption forecasting, and the interplay between tectonic and volcanic systems. His publications (>160) reflect interdisciplinary approaches to understanding magmatic systems.

Editorial Roles: He serves as

• Field Chief Editor for Frontiers in Earth Science
• Specialty Chief Editor for Volcanology
• Specialty Chief Editor for Geoinformatics
• Associate Editor for Structural Geology and Tectonics

at Frontiers in Earth Science.

Recent Publications highlight caldera unrest, magma transport mechanisms, and geophysical monitoring techniques. His collaborative network includes researchers from Italy, France, Ecuador, and beyond, with notable work on Galápagos volcanism and Campi Flegrei's post-1538 AD evolution.