Emanuele Rizzuto is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Sapienza University of Rome. His research focuses on biomedical and industrial applications, including biomechanical measurements of muscle tissues, neuromuscular junction functionality, and energy storage systems. He leads initiatives such as the Rome Technopole 'Advanced Materials and Systems' and has secured significant grants for projects like NEST and SELFIE-CHECK. Rizzuto teaches courses in mechanical measurements, clinical diagnostics, and energy engineering. His editorial roles include guest editorships for journals like Energies and Sensors . Recent work includes innovations in hydrogen production, battery efficiency, and optical sensors for biomedical applications. Education : Industrial Engineering qualifications and National Scientific Qualification as Full Professor (2019). Research Interests : Biomedical engineering (muscle repair, neurodegenerative diseases), energy storage, and smart materials for heritage preservation. Grants : Over €500k in recent funding for energy storage, biomaterials, and ALS research. Labs/Teams : Open Lab Rome Technopole, involvement in interdisciplinary projects like CALAMITY and Counteracting neuromuscular junction dismantlement.
Roberto Andreotti serves as a Research Fellow in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Trento, Italy. His work focuses on advancing seismic resilience through innovative structural systems and experimental validation methodologies. His research spans: Earthquake Engineering Structural Dynamics of Steel/Composite Systems Replaceable Dissipative Components Hybrid Simulation Techniques Seismic Resilience Quantification Specializing in experimental validation of novel structural concepts, he develops repairable systems that maintain functionality post-earthquake through strategically designed replaceable elements. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on experimental validation of replaceable connection systems for steel/composite structures. His work integrates full-scale hybrid simulations with probabilistic modeling to quantify seismic demand and resilience, emphasizing practical repairability metrics. Key contributions include impact mass damper optimization and high-strength steel applications for coupling beams. Collaborating extensively with Nicola Tondini, Oreste S. Bursi, and Alessio Bonelli, his research demonstrates strong industry-academia integration through real-scale testing protocols. Current projects indicate progression toward AI-enhanced seismic demand modeling and multi-hazard resilience frameworks.
Andrea Detti is a Professor at the Department of Electronic Engineering, University of Rome Tor Vergata. His research focuses on computer networks, particularly Information-Centric Networking (ICN), Cloud Computing, and Software Defined Networks (SDN). He has coordinated major EU projects like Fed4IoT and BONVOYAGE, addressing IoT and Intelligent Transport Systems. He serves as Associate Editor for IEEE Transaction on Network and Service Management and has guest-edited special issues on ICN. His teaching includes courses on Internet Technologies, Mobile Wireless Networks, and Cloud Computing, emphasizing hands-on labs with Linux, Cisco routers, and OpenStack. Key projects include leadership roles in EU initiatives such as ICN2020, GreenICN (energy-efficient ICN), and OFELIA (ICN over SDN). He coordinates industrial projects with Telecom Italia and SSI/Finmeccanica on publish-subscribe paradigms in MANET and DTN. His research spans ICN scalability, adaptive video streaming, and satellite communication optimizations. Publications (80+) cover ICN architecture, SDN integration, and network performance modeling. He actively participates in conferences and standardization efforts, contributing to the evolution of future Internet architectures.
Pietro Pietrini is a Full Professor and Director of the IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca since 2015. Previously, he held roles including Chair of Clinical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Pisa Medical School. He earned an MD from the University of Pisa and a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, with board certification in Psychiatry. His research integrates neuroimaging (MRI, PET, TMS) and neuropsychological tools to study brain function in sensory deprivation, mental disorders, and social behavior. He pioneered studies on cortical reorganization in the blind and developed a multidisciplinary approach spanning neuroscience, ethics, and linguistics. Education: MD (1986, University of Pisa), Ph.D. Neuroscience (Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna), Board Certification in Psychiatry (University of Pisa). Research focuses on: neuroplasticity in sensory-deprived brains, affective neuroscience, and the neural basis of antisocial behavior. Key projects include studying empathy in incarcerated populations and the ethics of neuroscience in legal contexts. Scientific Awards: Commander of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic (2015), International Recognition in Biological Psychiatry and Neuroscience. Labs/Teams: Leads the MOMILAB, focusing on translational research at the intersection of neuroscience and social sciences.
Thomas Hartung is an honorary full professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology, specializing in research areas including toxicology, pharmacology, and artificial intelligence applications in healthcare. He previously served as head of ECVAM (European Center for the Validation of Alternative Methods) from 2002 to 2008. His educational background includes studies in Medicine, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Informatics across German institutions such as Tuebingen, Konstanz, Freiburg, Cologne, and Hagen, culminating in an MD in toxicology and a PhD in biochemical pharmacology. His research focuses on advancing evidence-based toxicology methodologies, alternative testing strategies, and the application of organoids in neurotoxicity assessment. Recent work explores AI-driven solutions for medical imaging security and standardized data integration tools for toxicology research. Hartung holds editorial roles at multiple Frontiers journals, including Field Chief Editor for Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence and Specialty Chief Editor for Medicine and Public Health in Frontiers in Big Data. He is actively involved in shaping scientific discourse through editorial contributions and topic curation, particularly in areas like predictive toxicology and AI-driven discovery. Despite his extensive academic and editorial contributions, no specific awards, grants, or lab affiliations are explicitly detailed in the provided information.
Matteo Cammarata is a Full Professor (BIOS-03/A) in Earth and Marine Sciences at the Department of Land and Sea, University of Palermo. He maintains regular office hours on Mondays from 9:00 to 11:30 at Viale delle Scienze ED 16. His research focuses span marine immunology, environmental stressor impacts, bioactive molecule discovery, and climate change adaptation mechanisms in marine organisms. Professor Cammarata's work explores: Immune responses in corals and mussels under pollution and temperature stress Multi-stressor effects on cnidarians and ascidians Antimicrobial peptides from marine species for biotechnological applications Evolutionary aspects of invertebrate defense systems Environmental monitoring using marine bioindicators His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate expertise in: Thermal tolerance in Mediterranean corals Microplastic-salinity interactions in bivalves Heavy metal toxicity in marine invertebrates Inflammatory signaling pathways in tunicates Paleontological studies of Pleistocene Sicilian fauna
Vittorio Scardaci is a Lecturer in Physical Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, University of Catania. With a PhD in Engineering from the University of Cambridge (2009), his career spans academic research and industrial R&D at Hewlett-Packard Ireland (2008-2013) before returning to academia in 2018. His work focuses on carbon nanomaterials , plasmonic nanoparticles , and photonic composites , with over 50 peer-reviewed publications (h-index 27) and 2 patents. His recent research includes graphene oxide reduction , metallic nanowire networks , and ultrafast laser applications . Publications highlight plasmonic sensing , nanoparticle aggregation , and photonic device integration of nanomaterials. He is co-inventor of transparent conductive films and optical saturable absorbers . Scardaci's work intersects material synthesis , optical characterization , and applied device fabrication . He collaborates with international institutions and contributes to projects in nanostructured materials for sensors and photonic systems . His expertise spans chemical processing , nanotube-polymer composites , and laser-materials interaction .
Emanuela Luisa Faelli is an Associate Professor at the Department of Experimental Medicine (DIMES) of the University of Genoa. She holds leadership roles as Director and Board Member of the Multidisciplinary Center for Teacher Training, and serves on the Department Board of DIMES. Her contact details include email emanuela.faelli@unige.it and phone +39 010 353 8184, with office located at the Institute of Human Physiology, Viale Benedetto XV, 3. Research Interests focus on physiological responses to exercise, motor activity optimization, and adapted physical training across developmental and aging populations. Key areas include biomechanical aspects of sports performance, functional evaluation in physical activity, and interdisciplinary applications of physiology to health. Recent Publications highlight innovations in dynamic stretching protocols, resistance training adaptations, rowing performance metrics, cycling interval training, and aging-related mobility improvements through combined physical and cognitive interventions. Teaching Roles span multiple degree programs, including single-cycle Master's in Medicine and Surgery, and specialized courses in Preventive and Adapted Physical Activity. She teaches THEORY AND METHODOLOGY OF MOTOR ACTIVITIES, FUNCTIONAL EVALUATION TESTS, and ETHICS IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE.
Anna Luganini is an Associate Professor at the University of Turin's Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology. Her work spans virology, microbiology, and biomedical nanotechnology. Research Themes : Molecular biology of Herpesviruses (HCMV, HSV, MuHV4) Antiviral molecule discovery and validation Nanotechnology for chronic wound management Virus-host interaction mechanisms Publications : 15+ peer-reviewed articles since 2007, focusing on NF-κB signaling in viral replication Antibiofilm coatings Oxygen-loaded nanodroplets/nanobubbles Chitosan-based antimicrobial systems Technological Innovation : Developed ultrasound-responsive nanodroplets for transdermal drug delivery and patented novel anti-HCMV pharmaceutical compositions (2020). Active in academic governance as member of departmental commissions.
Febo Cincotti è Professore Ordinario di Bioingegneria (ING-INF/06) presso il Dipartimento di Ingegneria Informatica, Automatica e Gestionale "Antonio Ruberti" della Sapienza Università di Roma. Svolge attività di ricerca metodologica e applicata sul processamento di segnali neurofisiologici e sullo sviluppo di interfacce cervello-computer (BCI) per riabilitazione motoria e assistenza a pazienti con disabilità severe. Laurea in Ingegneria Elettronica (1998), Sapienza Università di Roma Dottorato in Biofisica (2003), Fondazione Santa Lucia La sua ricerca si concentra su: Metodi avanzati per il processamento di segnali EEG, EMG e HD-EEG Interfacce cervello-computer per recupero motorio post-ictus Analisi di coerenza cortico-muscolare e intermuscolare Applicazioni di teoria dei grafi per reti cerebrali Gli articoli recenti mostrano un focus su: Reabilitazione dell'arto superiore post-stroke Metodi per ridurre jitter nella classificazione P300 Caratterizzazione di oscillazioni cerebrali a bassa frequenza Applicazioni BCI per pazienti con disordini della coscienza Analisi di connettività cerebrale mediante teoria dei grafi Integrazione di feedback visivo e bioingegneristico nella riabilitazione robotica Attività di insegnamento: Metodi Avanzati di Analisi di Dati Biomedici (12 CFU) Elaborazione Dati e Segnali Biomedici II (3 CFU) Neuroengineering (3 CFU) Membro del Collegio dei Docenti per il Dottorato in Automatica, Bioingegneria e Ricerca Operativa E' coautore di 124 articoli su rivista internazionale (H-index 50 Scopus) e ha coordinato 5 progetti EU e 1 progetto nazionale. E' stato Associate Editor delle IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering e relatore invitato in conferenze internazionali.
Valeria Anna Sovrano is an Associate Professor at the Center for Mind/Brain Sciences (CIMeC) and the Department of Psychology and Cognitive Science at the University of Trento. Her research focuses on comparative cognition , brain asymmetries , and spatial-numerical skills in fish and reptiles , with a particular emphasis on visual perception of illusions and environmental geometry encoding . She leads the Lower Vertebrates Behavior and Neurobiology Unit at CIMeC and has supervised numerous doctoral projects. PhD in Experimental Psychology (University of Padua, 2004) Master degrees in Legal Psychology, Criminology, and Human Rights Recent work explores neurodevelopmental disorders in zebrafish models , inhibitory control in reptiles , and environmental pollutant impacts on cognition . Her studies on fish spatial navigation and numerical discrimination have been widely cited across cognitive science and developmental psychology. Notable awards include the AIP Section of Experimental Psychology award (2000) and the Gold Medal of the Italian President (2007) . She has taught courses like Biological bases of social behavior , Animal Cognition , and Psychobiology of stress , while coordinating STEM outreach programs and serving on equality & diversity committees.
Professor Annamaria Visco is an Associate Professor for the SSD ING-IND/22 (Materials Science and Technology) at the Department of Engineering of the University of Messina (UniMe). She belongs to the Ministerial area 09 - Industrial and information engineering as a Second level tenured professor in the Competition macro-sector 09/D - CHEMICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERING, specifically in the Competition sector 09/D1 - MATERIALS SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY. Education: Degree in Chemistry from the University of Messina (5/12/1991) with grade 110/110 cum laude Qualification to practice as a Chemist (April 1992) Specialization in "Chemical process technologies" (20/12/1993) with grade 50/50 PhD in "Chemistry of Materials for Special Uses" (01/07/1997) Professor Visco's research focuses on the modification and chemical-physical and mechanical characterization of polymeric materials, bioplastics, nano-composite materials, polymer blends and (nano) composite materials with a polymer matrix. Her work spans biomedical, environmental, and naval applications in the field of materials engineering, accompanied by the study of suitable production methods and technologies. Her specific research lines include polymer matrix coatings for environmental applications, nano composites and biopolymer blends for biomedical applications, nano-structured materials for nanomedicine, and recycling of materials with "green" plastics production from agri-food waste. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on sustainable materials development, particularly in the areas of biocomposites from agri-food waste, bioplastics from renewable sources, and anti-corrosion coatings for marine applications. The research trends show an increasing emphasis on mathematical modeling of material properties and practical applications addressing Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good health and well-being) and 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). Scientific Awards: Start Cup dell'Università degli Studi di Messina 2017 Professor Visco has served as scientific tutor for 10 PhD students and has been actively involved in numerous research projects. She has been Scientific Manager for several significant projects including THALASSA (PON 2014-2020), SI-MARE (PO FESR 2014-2020), and LIFE RESTART (LIFE 2021). Her editorial work includes serving as Associated Editor for the International Journal of Polymer Analysis and Characterization and as a member of the editorial board for Polymers journal. She is actively involved in multiple research groups including MTP-Mechanical Treatment Prototype, Laboratorio Polimeri, biopolimeri e composti, Laser plasmi e materiali innovativi, STrutture lIght-weight e biomateriaLi per applicazioni biomedichE (STILE), and progettazioNe grEen e lighTweight di navi e strutTUre off-shore.
Alberto Puliafito serves as Assistant Professor in Oncology at the University of Turin (since 2018) and Researcher in Cell Migration at Candiolo Cancer Institute, FPO-IRCCS (since 2010). His dual appointments position him at the intersection of cancer biology and developmental biophysics, with active research spanning tumor heterogeneity, cell migration dynamics, and embryonic patterning mechanisms. His research program integrates quantitative biophysics with molecular oncology to investigate collective cancer cell behaviors and fundamental developmental processes. Key interests include cytoplasmic flow mechanics in Drosophila embryogenesis, heteroclonal tumor cluster formation, and vascular development pathways. This interdisciplinary approach combines live imaging, mathematical modeling, and 3D tumor microenvironment systems to uncover mechanical and molecular drivers of biological organization. Analysis of his 37 publications (2018-2023) reveals consistent focus on cancer cell migration mechanics and embryonic self-organization. Recent work demonstrates how nuclear positioning synchronizes cell cycles in embryos and how heteroclonal clusters drive metastatic progression. His collaborative network bridges cell biologists, physicists, and clinicians, with prominent publications in Cell, Nature Genetics, and Developmental Cell highlighting mechanistic insights with therapeutic implications.
Alessandra Flammini is a full Professor of Electronic Measurements at the Department of Information Engineering, University of Brescia. She leads research teams in Smart Sensors and Embedded Systems (ES³) and founded the eLUX laboratory focused on Smart Grids, Smart Living, and electric vehicles. Her work emphasizes IoT solutions for sustainable cities, sensor signal processing, and wireless sensor networks for industrial and urban applications. Her research spans smart grids, renewable energy integration, and IoT infrastructure for mobility. Notable projects include transportable off-grid charging stations for e-bikes and modular control strategies for vehicle-to-grid systems. She has published over 300 international papers and secured significant research funding, contributing to her recognition in the Top Italian Scientists list. Recent articles explore LoRaWAN virtualization, edge computing performance, and energy-saving control strategies. She also investigates UWB-based safety systems for construction sites and IoT frameworks for indoor environmental monitoring. Flammini’s work bridges technological innovation with practical deployment, emphasizing real-world applications in smart cities and sustainable mobility. Awards: Top Italian Scientists list Labs/Teams: ES³ Research Team, eLUX Lab Grants/Projects: Multiple financed projects on renewable energy, IoT infrastructure, and smart grid solutions
Sara Assecondi is an Assistant Professor at the Center for Mind and Brain Sciences (CIMeC) of the University of Trento, Italy. She holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Ghent University (Belgium) and an MSc in Biomedical Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Milan (Italy). Her research focuses on cognitive aging, memory, and neurostimulation, with a strong emphasis on combining EEG and neuroimaging techniques to study brain activity. She has pioneered interventions using transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) paired with cognitive training to mitigate age-related cognitive decline. Education: PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Ghent University, Belgium (2009) MSc in Biomedical Engineering, Polytechnic University of Milan, Italy (2004) Professional Practice Exam in Electronics, Polytechnic University of Milan, Italy (2004) Research Interests: Memory and cognitive decline in aging Non-invasive brain stimulation (e.g., tDCS) EEG/fMRI integration and artifact correction Development of cognitive assessment tools (e.g., SATURN) Awards & Grants: 2022 University of Trento Starting Grant (€8,000) 2018 Guarantors of Brain Travel Grant (£1,000) 2013 Guarantors of Brain Travel Grant (£500) 2008 Liege Image Days Poster Prize (€100) Grants & Collaborations: Co-investigator on grants from the Canadian International Seed Funds (2019) and MRC Proximity to Discovery (2017) Editor for Frontiers in Psychology and Frontiers in Cognition Patent inventor (WO/2022/106850) on cognitive function improvement Teaching & Outreach: Guest lectures on neurostimulation and EEG analysis at the University of Trento and Birmingham. Public engagement activities include talks at the University of the Third Age and media appearances on radio and TV. Labs & Teams: Active in the CIMeC lab, focusing on cognitive neuroscience and aging research.
