ZACCAGNINI Alessandro

Prof. Alessandro Zaccagnini is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematical, Physical and Computer Sciences, University of Parma. He graduated in Mathematics in 1989 and obtained his PhD in 1994, focusing on Analytic Number Theory. His academic journey includes a competitive appointment as Associate Professor in 2004 after serving as a Researcher from 1993 to 2004.

• Education: PhD in Mathematics (1994), University of Parma
• Academic Positions: Researcher (1993–2004), Associate Professor (2004–present)

His research spans Analytic Number Theory, focusing on additive problems like the Hardy-Littlewood conjectures, Goldbach representations, prime distribution in short intervals, Diophantine equations with primes, and Mertens' constants. He also contributes to Cryptography education.

• Key Research Areas
  • Additive Number Theory (Goldbach, Goldbach-Linnik problems)
  • Prime Distribution in Short Intervals
  • Diophantine-type Problems with Prime Variables
  • Mertens' Constant for Arithmetic Progressions
  • Cryptography and Mathematical Education

Recent publications include studies on Laplace convolutions, Cesàro averages for additive problems, and educational materials using everyday objects for mathematical teaching. His work bridges theoretical research (e.g., Riemann zeta function) and practical applications (e.g., cryptographic protocols).

Teaching responsibilities include Mathematical Analysis, Cryptography, and Elementary Number Theory for undergraduate and graduate programs in Mathematics and Computer Science.