Vito Modesto Manghisi

Vito Modesto Manghisi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanics, Mathematics & Management at Politecnico di Bari, specializing in design methods for industrial engineering (ING-IND/15). His research focuses on human-centered applications of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in industrial training, safety procedures, ergonomics, and smart manufacturing.

Research Trends: His recent publications highlight the use of immersive technologies for assessing age-related performance differences, ergonomic evaluations using AR headsets, cinematic VR applications for traffic safety and rehabilitation, and noise impact on cognitive workload. Key methodologies include RULA ergonomic analysis, Kirkpatrick training assessment, and AR interface comparisons.

Publication Themes: VR/AR for industrial training, human factors in smart factories, cognitive ergonomics, safety behavior modification, and multi-sensory VR applications in retail and rehabilitation.