Current Role
PhD Candidate in Mechanics and Advanced Engineering Sciences at the University of Bologna, specializing in architectural acoustics, speech perception, and acoustic design in educational and office environments.
Education
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PhD – University of Bologna, 2023–ongoing
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MSc in Civil Engineering – University of Bologna, 2021–2023
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BSc in Building Engineering – University of Bologna, 2018–2021
Research & Work Experience
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Visiting Scholar, University of Illinois (2025): acoustic measurements and speech intelligibility testing in classrooms.
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Multiple collaborations on acoustic design for schools, offices, and public buildings with DIN (Unibo), including: Piscopia Corner (innovative classroom, Milan), Casa della Salute (Soliera), PwC headquarters, University of Udine classrooms.
Publications & Conferences
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4 journal publications on classroom acoustics, WELL standards, and Italian regulations
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5+ international/national conference presentations, including INTER-NOISE, AIA, and ASA
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Invited speaker at University of Illinois on room and speech acoustics topics
Technical Skills
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Acoustic software: Odeon, Dirac, dBTrait, Audacity, Aurora
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Design tools: AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Lumion
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Programming: Python, R, MATLAB
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Document tools: LaTeX, MS Office
Awards & Activities
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ICA & I-INCE young professional grants
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Participant in multiple summer/autumn schools on acoustics (Italy, Netherlands)
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Hackathons in Paris and Illinois
