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SUMMARY:Responsabilità. Dove finisce la responsabilità dell'ingegnere per la sua ricerca?
DESCRIPTION:Prende il via il ciclo di seminari “Guardare oltre: L’ingegneria come risorsa sociale”\, un’iniziativa del Dipartimento di Ingegneria Civile e Ambientale nata in co-progettazione con il gruppo META\, con l’obiettivo di arricchire il lavoro di ricerca guardando all’ingegneria non soltanto come insieme di competenze e soluzioni tecniche\, ma anche come risorsa dalle forti implicazioni sociali. \nIl primo incontro\, dal titolo “Responsabilità. Dove finisce la responsabilità dell’ingegnere per la sua ricerca?”\, si terrà mercoledì 15 aprile dalle ore 17:00 alle 18:30 in Aula Grandori. \nL’evento è aperto a tutta la comunità del dipartimento ed è pensato in particolare per chi svolge attività di ricerca in ingegneria\, con l’obiettivo di favorire la costruzione di un linguaggio condiviso tra le diverse componenti del dipartimento.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/responsabilita-dove-finisce-la-responsabilita-dellingegnere-per-la-sua-ricerca/
LOCATION:aula Grandori (ed.4)
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260415T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260409T142336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T091331Z
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SUMMARY:Beneath the Frescoes of Pompeii: the Use of GPR to Identify and Image Roman Masonry Arrangements
DESCRIPTION:The next appointment in the PhDTalks seminar series will take place on Wednesday\, April 15th\, 2026\, in Grandori Room (Building 4)\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks is a series of seminars and discussions among PhD candidates. The events aim to provide a space for networking among doctoral students and for engaging with the many projects developed within our department. \nThe speaker Sara Donzelli will deliver a seminar entitled “Beneath the Frescoes of Pompeii: the Use of GPR to Identify and Image Roman Masonry Arrangements” \nAt the end of the event\, a light refreshment will be offered\, sponsored by the department. \nThe seminar will also be accessible online at the following link. \nAbstract\nThe structural evaluation of walls in Pompeii requires accurate knowledge of construction techniques hidden by plaster and frescoes\, which prevent direct observation and preclude invasive investigation. To address this challenge\, a non-destructive methodology based on high-frequency Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is proposed. A dedicated experimental setup enables surveys directly on decorated surfaces\, improving signal quality while ensuring full compatibility with conservation requirements. A 2D approach supports the identification and mapping of masonry typologies\, while 3D acquisition allows the imaging of surface masonry arrangements. The integration of these techniques provides a robust framework to support structural assessment and conservation management at Pompeii. \nSpeaker’s Bio\nSara holds an MSc in Structural Engineering from Politecnico di Milano\, obtained in 2023. She is currently a PhD candidate in Structural\, Seismic and Geotechnical Engineering (39th cycle).\nShe is developing a joint experimental and numerical approach for the assessment of buildings in the Archaeological Park of Pompeii. Currently\, her research focuses on the use of Ground Penetrating Radar as a non-invasive methodology to characterise Roman masonry arrangements hidden by decorated surfaces.\nIn her free time\, she enjoys reading\, listening to all genres of music and theatre.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/beneath-the-frescoes-of-pompeii-the-use-of-gpr-to-identify-and-image-roman-masonry-arrangements/
LOCATION:Grandori Room (Building 4)
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260415T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260409T105701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T091425Z
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SUMMARY:Accounting for spatial dependence in flood hazard assessment at basin scale
DESCRIPTION:The next appointment in the PhDTalks seminar series will take place on Wednesday\, April 15th\, 2026\, in Grandori Room (Building 4)\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks is a series of seminars and discussions among PhD candidates. The events aim to provide a space for networking among doctoral students and for engaging with the many projects developed within our department. \nThe speaker Ana Maria Rotaru will deliver a seminar entitled “Accounting for spatial dependence in flood hazard assessment at basin scale” \nAt the end of the event\, a light refreshment will be offered\, sponsored by the department. \nThe seminar will also be accessible online at the following link. \nAbstract\nFlood hazard assessments at basin scale often rely on simplified representations of extreme events\, assuming that the same level of severity occurs across the entire catchment. This assumption rarely holds in reality\, and the resulting flood maps correspond to longer return period than intended.\nThis work explicitly characterizes the spatial dependence of flood-generating extremes in producing hazard maps within the Lambro River basin. A conditional extreme value framework is used to model the dependence structure of precipitation and generate a large ensemble of scenarios\, each sharing the same joint return period at the basin scale but with varying return periods across sub-catchments. The rainfall scenarios drive 2D hydrodynamic simulations\, producing a set of flood maps that can be synthesized into probabilistic hazard maps.\nThe findings demonstrate that accounting for spatial dependence returns a richer depiction of the flood hazard compared to the current practice. \nSpeaker’s Bio\nAna Maria is a third-year PhD candidate in Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering at DICA. She is currently spending her visiting period at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile in Santiago. She holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering for Risk Mitigation from Politecnico di Milano. \nHer PhD focuses on 2D hydrodynamic modelling of riverine floods\, with a particular interest in boundary condition definition. Alongside this\, she has been involved in a range of related topics\, including flood risk assessment in data-scarce regions\, detention basin modelling\, citizen science data validation\, and text mining approaches for extracting natural hazard information from unconventional sources. \nWhen she’s not modelling floods on a computer\, she prefers to be outside: hiking\, cycling\, or exploring new places.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/accounting-for-spatial-dependence-in-flood-hazard-assessment-at-basin-scale/
LOCATION:Grandori Room (Building 4)
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260331T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260331T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260311T101610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T085447Z
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SUMMARY:Municipal solid waste management in Japan: Insights from the Far East
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, March 31\, a seminar titled “Municipal solid waste management in Japan: Insights from the Far East” will be held in Grandori Room (Building 4) from 10:30 to 12:00 CET.\nThe seminar will be given by Kosuke Kawai\, Chief Senior Researcher Material Cycles Division\, National Institute for Environmental Studies\, Japan.\n\nAbstract\nDo you know how waste is managed in Japan\, a country located in the Far East? During the 1960s\, a period of rapid economic growth\, large amounts of waste were generated. Because landfill sites quickly became scarce\, many incineration facilities were built across the country. Nowadays\, about 80% of Japan’s municipal solid waste is treated by incineration. Food waste is incinerated together with non-separated municipal solid waste in many areas. However\, some municipalities separately collect food waste on their own initiative. More advanced municipal waste management systems have been developed in such areas thanks to the separate collection of food waste. This presentation will introduce how municipal solid waste management is carried out in Japan and highlight good practices in waste valorization.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/municipal-solid-waste-management-in-japan-insights-from-the-far-east/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260130T102025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T140755Z
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SUMMARY:From agri-food waste to energy and materials: challenges and opportunities of thermal conversion
DESCRIPTION:Il seminario\, intitolato “From agri-food waste to energy and materials: challenges and opportunities of thermal conversion“ si terrà martedì 24 marzo alle ore 10:00\, presso l’aula Grandori\, e sarà tenuto da Izabella Maj\, Assistant Professor presso la Silesian University of Technology di Gliwice (Polonia). \nSpeaker’s bioIzabella Maj\, PhD\, is an Assistant Professor at the Silesian University of Technology in Gliwice\, Poland\, within the Faculty of Energy and Environmental Engineering. Her research focuses on the thermal conversion of biomass and waste\, high-temperature corrosion\, ash characterization and utilization\, and emission control in energy systems. A key theme of her current work is the sustainable and safe utilization of animal-origin waste—such as poultry litter and cattle manure—within waste-to-energy and circular economy frameworks. She is currently the Principal Investigator of a project funded by the National Science Centre (Poland)\, investigating the influence of aluminosilicate additives on ash properties and high-temperature corrosion during biomass combustion. \nAbstractThe thermal conversion of agri-food waste\, particularly animal-origin waste\, represents a promising pathway for sustainable waste management and energy recovery within the circular economy framework. Materials such as poultry litter and cattle manure are produced in large quantities worldwide and pose significant environmental challenges when managed through conventional land application\, including greenhouse gas emissions\, nutrient runoff\, and the spread of pathogens and antibiotic residues. Thermal treatment offers an effective alternative\, enabling energy recovery while reducing environmental and sanitary risks. \nThe presentation addresses the combustion and gasification of animal-origin waste\, with particular attention to ash behavior\, high-temperature corrosion\, and valorization pathways for process by-products. Special focus is given to chlorine-induced corrosion mechanisms in power boilers\, which represent one of the main operational barriers in waste-to-energy systems. Experimental corrosion studies conducted on boiler steels under controlled temperatures are presented\, supported by detailed microstructural and kinetic analyses. \nThe role of aluminosilicate additives—such as halloysite\, kaolin\, and bentonite—in modifying ash chemistry is also discussed. Results show that targeted ash modification can significantly influence ash melting behavior\, suppress low-temperature melt formation\, and reduce corrosion rates by improving oxide scale integrity. Beyond corrosion mitigation\, potential utilization routes for biomass ashes are explored\, including applications in additive manufacturing (3D printing).
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/from-agri-food-waste-to-energy-and-materials-challenges-and-opportunities-of-thermal-conversion/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260319T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260319T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260309T161346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T085129Z
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SUMMARY:World Water Day 2026 – Women and girls in water solutions
DESCRIPTION:In line with the theme proposed by the United Nations\, Gender and water\, this year’s edition of World Water Day will focus on the topic Women and girls in water solutions\, with the aim of highlighting the role of women and girls in developing and advancing global water solutions.\n\nThe event represents an important opportunity for scientific and cultural dialogue on one of the most pressing challenges of our time and will feature contributions from international guest speakers:\nNosim Noah – Site Engineer at Oikos East Africa\nFrancesca Greco – Senior Expert Associate at EMEA (Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association) and Visiting Research Fellow at the Department of Geography\, King’s College London (UK)\nTheir talks will be followed by an intervention by Prof. Maria Cristina Rulli from the Politecnico di Milano\, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.\n\nEvent details:\nDate: Thursday\, March 19\, 2026\nTime: from 9:30 AM\nLocation: Grandori Room (bld. 4)\n\nTo attend the event in person\, please register using the following form: World Water Day @ DICA 2026 – Women and girls in water solutions\nIt will also be possible to follow the event online via WebEx: https://politecnicomilano.webex.com/meet/massimiliano.cremonesi\n\nAll detailed information about the program of the day can be found by cliking here.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/world-water-day-2026-women-and-girls-in-water-solutions/
CATEGORIES:Commissione scientifica,Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260317T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260220T104544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T140830Z
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SUMMARY:From atomistic simulations to macroscopic structures: multiscale mechanics of materials from nuclear fusion to microelectronics
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, March 17\, a seminar titled “From atomistic simulations to macroscopic structures: multiscale mechanics of materials from nuclear fusion to microelectronics”  will be held in Grandori Room (Building 4) at 11:00 CET.\nThe seminar will be given by Luca Reali\, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering\, Politecnico di Milano. \nFor those who wish to attend remotely\, the seminar will also be accessible via Webex at the following link: https://politecnicomilano.webex.com/meet/enrico.masoero\n\nAbstract\nIn this seminar\, I will discuss how computational tools can help us understand mechanisms active at the fundamental scale of atoms\, and how this translates to engineering design.\nTwo examples\, taken from my own research activity\, are radiation damage in metals and fracture of silicon in micro-electromechanical systems. In both cases\, the starting point is to directly simulate the mechanisms of interest at the lowest scale\, whether it is a localised impact of a neutron on a lattice or the fracture of a brittle phase. We then extract quantities that are familiar to engineering design\, such as a creep rate or the fracture toughness.\nI will also show how the atomistic modelling can be part of large modelling endeavours\, in my case applied to the structural simulation of a fusion device. Starting from stochastic Monte Carlo simulations of the neutron fields\, we need atomistic models to translate neutron fluxes into quantifiable effects on materials; subsequently\, we use the finite element method in a high-performance computing setting to estimate the expected elastic stress during operations.\n\nSpeaker’s bio\nAfter a degree in Industrial and Materials Engineering from the University of Trento\, and a short experience in a startup as a junior engineer\, Luca graduated with a PhD in Theory and Simulation of Materials at Imperial College London. His research there involved the computational modelling of zirconium alloys for nuclear fission applications\, using planar discrete dislocation plasticity.\nHe then spent 4 years at the UK Atomic Energy Authority\, in Oxfordshire\, building an understanding of radiation damage in materials for nuclear fusion applications. Intense neutron irradiation profoundly changes engineering materials and structures. This has implications for the very fundamental atomic mechanisms as well as for macroscopic phenomena such as swelling and irradiation creep. Incorporating irradiation effects into large finite element models and performing stress analyses were the main objectives of his research.\nAfter a successful application to the 2024 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions call\, he was hired as a researcher at the Politecnico di Milano\, to lead a project that aims at integrating atomistic methods into existing models for the mechanical response and fracture of micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS).\nOverall\, his interests are positioned at the intersection between structural mechanics\, materials science and computational physics.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/from-atomistic-simulations-to-macroscopic-structures-multiscale-mechanics-of-materials-from-nuclear-fusion-to-microelectronics/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260316T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260316T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260311T094800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T085336Z
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SUMMARY:The Earth Observation Space Economy
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, March 16\, a seminar titled “The Earth Observation Space Economy” will be held in Room 9.0.3 (Building 9) from 16:30 to 18:00 CET.\nThe seminar will be given by Giuseppe Borghi\, Head of Φ-lab Division\, ESA\, ESRIN Italy.\nFor those who wish to attend remotely\, the seminar will also be accessible via Webex at the following link: https://politecnicomilano.webex.com/meet/alberto.vavassori\n\nAbstract\nThis seminar will explore key aspects of the space economy\, with a particular focus on the Earth Observation (EO) sector. It will begin by introducing the space economy and defining the criteria for “commercial space.” The seminar will then analyze the overall Space and EO markets\, followed by a detailed examination of the European EO commercial sector and ESA’s commercialization programs. Finally\, it will highlight the ESA Φ-lab innovation lab and the Investing in Industrial Innovation (InCubed) program as exemplary initiatives supporting innovative entrepreneurs in the EO domain.\n\nSpeaker’s bio\nGiuseppe Borghi is leading the Φ-lab Division since June 2020\, with the mission to “accelerate the future of Earth observation.” He holds a PhD in robotics and artificial intelligence\, as well as a Master’s degree in executive general management. After a few years in AI and robotics research at Politecnico di Milano\, he transitioned to the space industry in 1998\, dedicating about 30 years to driving global innovation. Throughout his career\, he has held numerous executive and managerial roles\, with a steadfast commitment to advancing the space industry by leveraging transformative innovations in technology and business models as key enablers of success.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/the-earth-observation-space-economy/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260316T161500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260312T151007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T140718Z
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SUMMARY:Large-scale testing for resilient infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, March 16\, a seminar titled “Large-scale testing for resilient infrastructure” will be held in Grandori Room (Building 4) at 16:15.\n\nThe seminar will be given by Prof. Anastasios Sextos\, University of Bristol\, UK.\n\nSpeaker’s bio\nAnastasios Sextos (www.asextos.net) is Professor of Earthquake Engineering at the University of Bristol and Director of the Laboratory of Earthquake Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens where he serves on a dual appointment. He is the Founding Director of the new UKCRIC National Facility in Soil–Foundation–Structure Interaction (SoFSI) in Bristol\, where he also acted as the Head of the Earthquake and Geotechnical Engineering Research Group\, the Founding Director of the MSc in Earthquake Engineering and Infrastructure Resilience\, and a member of the UKCRIC Management Board. Between 2011 and 2026\, he coordinated 40 internationally funded research grants including the GCRF-funded project on Seismic Resilience of Schools in Nepal\, which delivered the world’s first building on a low-cost PVC-based seismic isolation system\, awarded by the Anti-Seismic Systems International Society (ASSiSi). He serves on the drafting committee of Structural Eurocodes and chairs Greece’s National Pre-Earthquake Assessment Committee of Public Buildings. He is an Associate Editor for the ASCE Journal of Structural Engineering\, Earthquake Spectra and Journal of Earthquake Engineering. He has been a Research Visitor at University California Berkeley (2007)\, a Fulbright Research Scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2012) and a National High-end Foreign Expert in China (2016-2019). He is the recipient of 20 national and international awards for academic performance\, teaching\, and research excellence. Anastasios has authored or co-authored 115 journal papers (94% Q1)  in the areas of experimental and computational earthquake engineering\, dynamic soil-structure interaction\, seismic resilience of critical energy and transportation networks\, seismic design and assessment of bridges\, community resilience\, multiple-support excitation of extended structures\, hybrid testing\, machine learning and structural health monitoring. 
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/large-scale-testing-for-resilient-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Politecnico di Milano\, Piazza Leonardo Da Vinci 1\, Milano\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260311T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260302T141123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T140843Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Fatigue Behaviour of High-Performance Fibre-Reinforced Concrete: From Experimental Investigations to Design Provisions
DESCRIPTION:The next appointment in the PhDTalks seminar series will take place on Wednesday\, March 11th\, 2026\, in Grandori Room (Building 4)\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks is a series of seminars and discussions among PhD candidates. The events aim to provide a space for networking among doctoral students and for engaging with the many projects developed within our department. \nThe speaker Gabriele Bocchino will deliver a seminar entitled “Understanding the Fatigue Behaviour of High-Performance Fibre-Reinforced Concrete: From Experimental Investigations to Design Provisions”. \nAt the end of the event\, a light refreshment will be offered\, sponsored by the department. \nThe seminar will also be accessible online at the following link. \nAbstract\nThe topic of fatigue in concrete is receiving increasing attention as a growing number of fatigue-sensitive structures are being constructed. These include energy-harvesting and energy-storage infrastructures\, industrial slabs\, bridges\, and infrastructural pavements\, which\, over their service life\, may undergo millions of load cycles\, possibly leading to premature degradation and failure.\nFibre-Reinforced Concrete (FRC)\, owing to the bridging effect of fibres\, exhibits significant tensile resistance and improved toughness compared to plain concrete\, enabling it to better withstand cyclic loading. Nevertheless\, current design codes only provide fatigue formulations originally derived for plain concrete\, strongly limiting the advantages offered by the improved capabilities of FRC.\nThe talk will outline the problem of fatigue in concrete structures\, provide an overview of the behaviour of FRC under fatigue loading\, and conclude with new tailored formulations informed by experimental results\, aimed at better exploiting the enhanced performance of FRC materials. \nSpeaker’s Bio\nGabriele D. Bocchino is a PhD candidate in Structural\, Seismic and Geotechnical Engineering (39th cycle). He holds a Master of Science in Structural Engineering from Politecnico di Milano\, obtained in 2023. He developed his master’s thesis at the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre\, while working as a Scientific Trainee. \nHis current research focuses on the fatigue behaviour of Fibre Reinforced Concrete (FRC) and on code provisions for the design of fatigue-sensitive FRC structures\, combining experimental campaigns with analytical modelling. As part of his PhD programme\, carried out in collaboration with the industrial partner Cemex\, he spent six months at the company’s research facilities in Switzerland conducting original experimental tests and gaining hands-on experience in FRC production processes.\nIn his free time\, Gabriele enjoys automating tasks\, reading\, ice-skating\, dancing\, and travelling.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/understanding-the-fatigue-behaviour-of-high-performance-fibre-reinforced-concrete-from-experimental-investigations-to-design-provisions/
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260311T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260311T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T231405
CREATED:20260302T140806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T140855Z
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SUMMARY:Stakeholder-based eDNA monitoring framework for marine biodiversity management
DESCRIPTION:The next appointment in the PhDTalks seminar series will take place on Wednesday\, March 11th\, 2026\, in Grandori Room (Building 4)\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks is a series of seminars and discussions among PhD candidates. The events aim to provide a space for networking among doctoral students and for engaging with the many projects developed within our department. \nThe speaker Eleonora Barbaccia will deliver a seminar entitled “Stakeholder-based eDNA monitoring framework for marine biodiversity management” \nAt the end of the event\, a light refreshment will be offered\, sponsored by the department. \nThe seminar will also be accessible online at the following link. \nAbstract\nMonitoring marine biodiversity at high spatio-temporal resolution remains constrained by the vast scale of ocean systems and the logistical\, financial and taxonomic limitations of conventional surveys. As a result\, available data are often fragmented\, spatially restricted and temporally discontinuous\, reducing their reliability for effective marine governance. Environmental DNA (eDNA) is based on the analysis of genetic material that organisms naturally release into their environment\, allowing species detection from environmental samples without direct observation or capture. Within the eWHALE project\, this research developed and validated an integrated monitoring model that combines eDNA\, opportunistic platforms and stakeholder engagement to expand spatial coverage\, increase sampling frequency and reduce operational costs. The framework provides a scalable pathway to generate policy-relevant marine biodiversity data that can directly inform strategic conservation planning and evidence-based marine management. \nSpeaker’s Bio\nEleonora holds an MSc in Marine Sciences from the University of Milano-Bicocca (2022). She is currently a PhD candidate (38th cycle) in Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (DICA)\, Politecnico di Milano. \nHer research focuses on advancing marine biodiversity monitoring by developing spatially extensive\, temporally consistent and cost-efficient data frameworks to support effective conservation and management. Her work centres on integrating environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling with opportunistic platforms such as whale-watching vessels\, validating analytical workflows across laboratories\, optimising seawater sampling protocols\, and evaluating the operational and economic feasibility of this monitoring model. A core dimension of her research is stakeholder engagement\, examining how institutional and non-institutional actors can contribute to and sustain long-term biodiversity monitoring systems.\nIn her free time\, she practises and teaches scuba diving\, exploring marine ecosystems from a complementary\, in-water perspective.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/environmental-dna-edna-monitoring-for-marine-biodiversity-management/
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Final Conference del progetto Interreg “MAURICE”
DESCRIPTION:26 febbraio 2026 | 09:00 – 17:00Palazzo Lombardia – Sala Belvedere “Silvio Berlusconi” (39° piano\, ingresso N1) \nGiovedì 26 febbraio 2026 si terrà\, presso Palazzo Lombardia\, la Final Conference del progetto Interreg “MAURICE” – Management of Urban Water Resources in Central Europe Facing Climate Change\, iniziativa guidata dal Politecnico di Milano insieme al Consorzio Est Ticino Villoresi\, con il supporto di Regione Lombardia\, MM S.p.A. e ISPRA. \nIl progetto ha sviluppato e testato una soluzione innovativa per la gestione degli eventi di siccità basata sull’utilizzo dei canali irrigui per favorire la circolazione dell’acqua e la ricarica degli acquiferi nel periodo autunno-invernale. L’acqua distribuita sui campi agricoli si infiltra nel suolo e alimenta le riserve sotterranee\, contribuendo alla creazione di un serbatoio naturale disponibile nei mesi primaverili ed estivi\, con effetti positivi sulla resilienza del sistema idrico rispetto ai rischi climatici. \nLa conferenza finale rappresenta un momento di restituzione dei risultati delle azioni pilota realizzate a Milano e Stoccarda e un’occasione di confronto tecnico-istituzionale sull’implementazione della Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) in Italia come misura di adattamento ai cambiamenti climatici e come componente di una gestione integrata delle risorse idriche. \n\nProgramma\nSessione mattutina (09:00 – 12:00) – in lingua inglese\nPresentazione dei risultati delle attività di modellazione delle acque sotterranee a supporto di strategie di gestione dei rischi climatici e antropici. \nGroundwater modelling to inform agricultural managed aquifer recharge in Milan \n\nProf. Luca Alberti\, Politecnico di Milano\nPaolo Colombo\, Politecnico di Milano\nClaudia Medina Montecinos\, Politecnico di Milano\n\nUnderstanding falling aquifer levels through groundwater modelling in Stuttgart \n\nDr. Kristina Schenk\, Office for Environmental Protection of the State Capital Stuttgart\nDr. Thomas Ertel\, Environment & Technology Esslingen\nDr. Ulrich Lang\, KuP Ingenieurgesellschaft Professor Kobus und Partner\, Leinfelden-Echterdingen\n\nIntervento istituzionale: \n\nAlessandro Nardo\, Direttore Generale\, Regione Lombardia – Direzione Generale Enti Locali\, Montagna\, Risorse Energetiche\, Utilizzo Risorsa Idrica\n\nLa sessione si concluderà con una discussione sulle lezioni apprese e sulla replicabilità delle soluzioni sperimentate nei diversi contesti territoriali. \n\nSessione pomeridiana (13:00 – 17:00) – in lingua italiana\nProgetti MAR attuati in Italia \n\nRudy Rossetto\, Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna Pisa\nAlessandro Cassasso\, Politecnico di Torino\nPaolo Severi\, Regione Emilia-Romagna\nMara Meggiorin\, Ramboll\n\nTavola rotonda – “MAR in contesti agricoli”Applicabilità di misure di ricarica artificiale degli acquiferi in sinergia con le pratiche agricole (Agricultural-MAR): problematiche e opportunità in Italia. \n\nClaudio Gandolfi\, Università degli Studi di Milano\nMarco Chiesa\, Consorzio di Bonifica Muzza Bassa Lodigiana\nElena Brugna\, Regione Lombardia – Direzione Generale Agricoltura\, Sovranità Alimentare e Foreste\nLuigi Simonazzi\, Coldiretti Milano-Lodi-Monza Brianza\nAlberto Lasagna\, Confagricoltura Pavia\nClaudio De Paola\, Parco Lombardo Valle del Ticino\n\nTavola rotonda – “Verso la gestione integrata delle risorse idriche”Sinergie tra interventi di gestione dell’acqua e del territorio per rafforzare la resilienza del sistema idrico ai rischi climatici. \n\nLuca Alberti\, Politecnico di Milano\nFrancesco La Vigna\, Istituto Superiore per la Protezione e la Ricerca Ambientale\nCarlo Enrico Cassani\, Regione Lombardia – Direzione Generale Enti Locali\, Montagna\, Risorse Energetiche\, Utilizzo Risorsa Idrica\nAlessandro Rota\, Associazione regionale consorzi gestione e tutela del territorio e acque irrigue Lombardia\nFrancesco Tornatore\, Autorità di Bacino Distrettuale del Fiume Po\nFabio Marelli\, MM S.p.A.\nMarco Felisa\, Città Metropolitana di Milano\nMita Lapi\, Fondazione Lombardia per l’Ambiente (in attesa di conferma)\n\n\nModalità di partecipazione\nLa partecipazione in presenza è gratuita ma soggetta a registrazione fino a esaurimento posti. \nIscrizioni al seguente link:https://forms.office.com/e/qz52YJ6uiZ \nRegistrazioni aperte fino al 13 febbraio alle ore 16:00 (CET).
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/final-conference-del-progetto-interreg-maurice/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Conferenza conclusiva Progetto PRIN 2022 – ENVISION
DESCRIPTION:Conferenza conclusiva Progetto PRIN 2022 – ENVISION “Uso delle Nature-based Solutions per il controllo dell’inquinamento in ambiente lacustre” \nLa conferenza presenterà i risultati e le applicazioni di soluzioni basate sulla natura per la mitigazione del rischio e la gestione sostenibile degli ecosistemi lacustri. L’evento rappresenterà un’importante occasione di confronto tra ricercatori\, tecnici e stakeholder su approcci innovativi di gestione ambientale. \nL’incontro si svolgerà il 24 febbraio 2026 presso la sede IRSA-CNR di Verbania\, sita in Largo Vittorio Tonolli 50 – Pallanza. Si ricorda che la partecipazione è subordinata alla registrazione\, da effettuarsi entro il 20 febbraio 2026. \nPer ulteriori informazioni e modalità di iscrizione\, clicca qui per consultare la locandina.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/conferenza-conclusiva-progetto-prin-2022-envision/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Reliability Assessment of Structures and Infrastructure Systems Subjected to Extreme Hazards in a Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:Lunedì 23 febbraio si terrà un seminario intitolato “Reliability Assessment of Structures and Infrastructure Systems Subjected to Extreme Hazards in a Changing Climate”\, che avrà luogo in Aula Grandori (Edificio 4) alle ore 14:30 CET. \nIl seminario sarà tenuto da Michel Ghosn\, Professore di Ingegneria Civile presso il City College della City University of New York (CUNY). \nAbstract \nCivil infrastructure systems are exposed to various types of human-made\, environmental\, and climatic hazards within their service lives. Reliability-based approaches and probabilistic risk-informed methods have long been used for assessing the safety of such systems and developing design standards and specifications to account for the random nature of these hazards\, their intensities\, rates of occurrence\, and possible compounding effects.  Specifically\, current design standards provide reliability-calibrated design load maps and tables as well as load combination factors for use in engineering practice during a structure’s safety assessment process.  These maps and associated procedures are based on historical data assuming that the underlying climatic processes are unchanging over time and that observed variations in the historical data are only random oscillations around underlying stationary statistical properties.  However\, ageing processes\, growth in economic activities\, and climate change are causing increases in the frequencies and intensities of human-made and environmental hazards\, raising the risk to infrastructure systems and their users.  This presentation will review the fundamental principles behind structural code developments and their underlying assumptions. It also examines analytical methods to assess the safety of structural systems accounting for the nonstationary nature of climatic hazards. The presentation will describe approaches for adjusting current structural design specifications in view of anticipated climate change scenarios.  Numerical examples will illustrate the application of these approaches for the safety assessment and the design of structural systems. \n\nSpeaker’s bio \nProf. Ghosn’s expertise is in the risk assessment and the reliability analysis of civil structure and infrastructure systems. He has worked on the development of criteria and Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) procedures for quantifying bridge redundancy which formed the basis for the system factors recommended in the current American Association of Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Manual for Bridge Evaluation (MBE). He has also worked on developing models for the design of bridges for extreme events including seismic\, wind\, ship collisions and scour and their combinations. His work on the development of live load models for highway bridges led to the implementation of the current permit load factors in the AASHTO MBE. These models have also been widely applied in bridge engineering practice and adopted by researchers and practicing engineers world-wide. Professor Ghosn is currently serving on several American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) committees working on developing procedures for accounting for the effects of climate change during the design and safety assessment of buildings and other structures.  Prof. Ghosn’s overall accomplishments have been recognized through several awards from american and international engineering research and professional associations.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/reliability-assessment-of-structures-and-infrastructure-systems-subjected-to-extreme-hazards-in-a-changing-climate/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Life-Cycle Engineering of Coastal Infrastructure Systems under Multiple Hazards - Integrating Experiments\, Modeling\, and Data-Driven Approaches for Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Venerdì 20 febbraio si terrà un seminario intitolato “Life-Cycle Engineering of Coastal Infrastructure Systems under Multiple Hazards – Integrating Experiments\, Modeling\, and Data-Driven Approaches for Resilience“\, che avrà luogo in Aula Grandori (Edificio 4) alle ore 14:30 CET. \nIl seminario sarà tenuto da Mitsuyoshi Akiyama\, Professore di Ingegneria Civile e Ambientale presso la Waseda University di Tokyo\, Giappone. \n\nAbstract \nThis presentation introduces a life-cycle engineering framework for coastal infrastructure systems that integrates structural experiments\, numerical modeling\, machine learning\, and spatial representation of uncertainty to support resilient system development under multiple hazards. The research aims to connect physical understanding of structural behavior with system level risk and resilience assessment over the entire service life. \nStructural experiments and numerical simulations provide insight into damage mechanisms\, performance variability\, and failure progression under extreme events. These results are complemented by data driven and machine learning-based techniques that support efficient modeling\, uncertainty representation\, and large-scale system evaluation. Spatial modeling is used to capture correlations and interactions among infrastructure components and hazards across coastal regions. \nBy integrating these approaches within a life-cycle perspective\, the framework enables consistent evaluation of risk\, functionality loss\, and recovery of coastal infrastructure systems subjected to interacting hazards such as earthquakes\, tsunamis\, environmental deterioration\, and long-term climate-related effects. The presentation demonstrates how the combination of experiments\, modeling\, and learning contributes to the development of more resilient coastal infrastructure systems and cities. \n\nSpeaker’s bio \nMitsuyoshi Akiyama is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Waseda University. He received his PhD in Civil Engineering from Tohoku University and previously served as Assistant and Associate Professor there before joining Waseda University in 2011. He has held visiting academic appointments at Lehigh University and National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. His research addresses life-cycle engineering of coastal infrastructure systems under multiple hazards\, integrating experiments\, modeling\, data-driven approaches\, and probabilistic assessment of risk and resilience. Dr. Akiyama has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed publications and currently serves as Managing Editor of Structure and Infrastructure Engineering and Associate Editor of the Journal of Bridge Engineering. He is a Fellow of SEI and serves as Chair of IABSE Commission 6 on Sustainability. He is also an Executive Committee Member of IABMAS and IALCCE\, and an Executive Board Member of IASSAR.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/life-cycle-engineering-of-coastal-infrastructure-systems-under-multiple-hazards-integrating-experiments-modeling-and-data-driven-approaches-for-resilience/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Learning governing equations of weakly nonlinear oscillators by machine learning
DESCRIPTION:The next appointment in the PhDTalks seminar series will take place on Wednesday\, January 11th\, 2026\, in Grandori Room (Building 4)\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks is a series of seminars and discussions among PhD candidates. The events aim to provide a space for networking among doctoral students and for engaging with the many projects developed within our department. \nThe speaker Teng Ma will deliver a seminar entitled “Learning governing equations of weakly nonlinear oscillators by machine learning” \nAt the end of the event\, a light refreshment will be offered\, sponsored by the department. \nThe seminar will also be accessible online at the following link. \nAbstract\nWeakly nonlinear oscillators are fundamental to a wide range of physical systems. While linear models are often used for simplicity\, the long-term stability and evolution of these systems are frequently governed by subtle nonlinearities. In structural engineering and beyond\, characterizing these weakly nonlinear signatures from data remains a significant challenge due to their small magnitude compared to the dominant linear response.\nWe introduce EvLOWN\, a data-driven methodology designed to autonomously discover the governing equations of weakly nonlinear oscillators from sparse and noisy observations. After validating its robustness on benchmark systems\, we demonstrate EvLOWN’s versatility through diverse high-impact applications: from reconstructing the orbital dynamics of the Tiangong and International Space Stations to capturing the precise equations of motion for complex vortex-induced vibrations (VIV) from wind-tunnel experimental data. \nSpeaker’s Bio\nTeng is currently a double PhD candidate in Civil Engineering at Tongji University and Structural Seismic and Geotechnical Engineering at Politecnico di Milano. His research focuses on AI for Engineering Systems\, with a specialization in data-driven dynamical system identification. He conceptualized and developed an interpretable scientific machine learning framework for governing-law discovery\, with successful applications in fluid-structure interaction (FSI) and MEMS devices. Related researches are published on Structure and Infrastructure Engineering\, Physics of Fluids\, Journal of Wind Engineering and Industrial Aerodynamics etc.\nIn his spare time\, Teng enjoys singing\, boxing\, running and hiking in the mountains.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/learning-governing-equations-of-weakly-nonlinear-oscillators-by-machine-learning/
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:City-scale mapping of urban tree species and structure through multispectral and tristereoscopic satellite data integration
DESCRIPTION:The next appointment in the PhDTalks seminar series will take place on Wednesday\, February 11th\, 2026\, in Grandori Room (Building 4)\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks is a series of seminars and discussions among PhD candidates. The events aim to provide a space for networking among doctoral students and for engaging with the many projects developed within our department. \nThe speaker Chiara Bottaro will deliver a seminar entitled “City-scale mapping of urban tree species and structure through multispectral and tristereoscopic satellite data integration” \nAt the end of the event\, a light refreshment will be offered\, sponsored by the department. \nThe seminar will also be accessible online at the following link. \nAbstract\nThis study presents a multi-source remote sensing approach for mapping individual urban trees across the city of Milan\, integrating spectral and structural data to support urban ecosystem assessment. Tree species are classified using supervised methods applied to WorldView-2 imagery\, with municipal tree inventory data for training and validation. Structural attributes\, including tree height and crown size\, are derived from a canopy height model generated from Beijing-3 tristereoscopic images and LiDAR-based terrain data. The workflow addresses challenges related to data volume and spatial misalignment\, producing high-resolution\, GIS-compatible maps for urban planning and environmental monitoring. \nSpeaker’s Bio\nChiara is a PhD candidate at the Politecnico di Milano\, Department of Environmental and Infrastructure Engineering\, Section of Geodesy. She obtained a double master’s degree with honors in Agricultural Sciences from the University of Milan and the Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology. Her research\, funded by the National Biodiversity Future Center (NBFC)\, focuses on mapping and monitoring urban vegetation biodiversity using remote sensing techniques. Her expertise includes multi-sensor digital photogrammetry\, satellite image processing\, and the use of photogrammetric techniques for digital elevation model reconstruction from tristereoscopic satellite imagery.\nPassionate about plants\, forests and wild Floras she spends her free time up in the mountains or in beautiful gardens.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/city-scale-mapping-of-urban-tree-species-and-structure-through-multispectral-and-tristereoscopic-satellite-data-integration/
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:2026 DICA Young Researchers Day
DESCRIPTION:Il 2026 DICA Young Researchers Day si terrà giovedì 5 febbraio 2026\, dalle 16:00 alle 18:00\, presso Aula Grandori. \nL’evento è dedicato alla presentazione dei Ricercatori a Tempo Determinato in Tenure Track (RTT) alla comunità dipartimentale e all’illustrazione delle iniziative di Ateneo e di Dipartimento rivolte ai giovani ricercatori. L’incontro è pensato come momento di confronto e networking per la comunità del nostro dipartimento e si concluderà con un light aperitivo. \nProgramma \n16:00 – Introduzione del DirettoreAttilio Frangi \n16:10 – Presentazione degli RTT del DipartimentoEstefania Cuenca AsensioAlessandra BonfantiMatteo AntelmiKatia BoschiArianna CatenacciJacopo Maria De PontiAronne Dell’OcaDaniele Oxoli \n16:50 – Iniziative Talent PoliMiValentina Zega \n17:20 – Iniziative Talent del DipartimentoValentina Zega \n17:40 – Light aperitivo
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/2026-dica-young-researchers-day/
CATEGORIES:Ricerca e Innovazione,Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Mapping chemicals of concern in plastic recycling streams using the EU SCIP database - Chemicals of concern in plastics: Measured occurrence and implications for chemical management and the circular economy
DESCRIPTION:Two seminars will be held on Friday\, January 30\, from 9:30 to 11:00 CET\, in the Grandori Room (Building 4). \nIt will be possible to attend the seminar both in person and online via Webex at the following link: https://politecnicomilano.webex.com/meet/mario.grosso \nThe first seminar\, titled “Mapping chemicals of concern in plastic recycling streams using the EU SCIP database”\, will be delivered by Dr. Masahiro Oguchi\, Chief Senior Researcher at the Material Cycles Division of the National Institute for Environmental Studies (Japan). Profile is available at https://www.nies.go.jp/researchers-e/204498.html. \nAbstractThis seminar examines how chemical additives of concern may enter plastic recycling streams through an analysis of the EU SCIP database. By linking substances of very high concern with polymer types and product categories\, it identifies product–polymer combinations likely to contain problematic additives and discusses implications for targeted chemical management in circular plastics. \nThe second seminar\, titled “Chemicals of concern in plastics: Measured occurrence and implications for chemical management and the circular economy”\, will be presented by Dr. Natsuko Kajiwara\, Prime Senior Researcher at the Material Cycles Division of the National Institute for Environmental Studies (Japan). Profile is available at https://www.nies.go.jp/researchers-e/202204.html. \nAbstractPlastics contain a wide range of additives that provide specific functions. Some of these substances raise concerns due to hazardous properties and are subject to international regulation. The seminar presents case studies on chemicals of concern unintentionally entering plastic recycling streams\, with a focus on measured data from Japan.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/mapping-chemicals-of-concern-in-plastic-recycling-streams-using-the-eu-scip-database-chemicals-of-concern-in-plastics-measured-occurrence-and-implications-for-chemical-management-and-the-circular-eco/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:IRIDE per la ricerca scientifica e la formazione universitaria
DESCRIPTION:L’evento “IRIDE per la ricerca scientifica e la formazione universitaria” si terrà mercoledì 28 gennaio 2026\, a partire dalle ore 14:00\, presso l’Aula 16B.0.1 dell’Edificio 16B\, in via Bonardi 9.\nAll’iniziativa interverranno rappresentanti dell’Agenzia Spaziale Europea (ESA)\, dell’Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI) e del Copernicus User Forum. Gli interventi forniranno un quadro informativo sul programma di osservazione della Terra IRIDE\, illustrandone obiettivi\, caratteristiche e potenzialità applicative.\n\nLa tavola rotonda sarà dedicata al ruolo dell’Università nella formazione e nella ricerca scientifica connessa all’utilizzo dei prodotti IRIDE di osservazione della Terra\, con il coinvolgimento dei partecipanti in presenza.\n\nNel corso della giornata\, dalle ore 10:00 alle ore 18:00\, sarà inoltre attiva una Poster Session presso lo Spazio Vetrato dell’Edificio 13\, dedicata agli studenti\, con la partecipazione di aziende operanti nel settore della space economy coinvolte nel programma IRIDE.\n\nSarà possibile seguire l’evento anche da remoto tramite Webex Room al seguente link:\nhttps://politecnicomilano.webex.com/meet/giovanna.venuti\nLa partecipazione alla tavola rotonda è prevista esclusivamente in presenza.\n\nPer partecipare è richiesta l’iscrizione tramite il seguente form:\nhttps://forms.office.com/e/XgfbBwivc5\n\nLa locandina dell’evento\, con il programma dettagliato della giornata\, è disponibile al seguente link.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/iride-per-la-ricerca-scientifica-e-la-formazione-universitaria/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Ageing effects in metro tunnel ground-borne vibrations: a combined numerical and experimental approach
DESCRIPTION:The next appointment in the PhDTalks seminar series will take place on Wednesday\, January 21st\, 2026\, in Grandori Room (Building 4)\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks is a series of seminars and discussions among PhD candidates. The events aim to provide a space for networking among doctoral students and for engaging with the many projects developed within our department. \nThe speaker Valerio Maugeri will deliver a seminar entitled “Ageing effects in metro tunnel ground-borne vibrations: a combined numerical and experimental approach” \nAt the end of the event\, a light refreshment will be offered\, sponsored by the department. \nThe seminar will also be accessible online at the following link. \nAbstract\nGround-borne vibrations generated by metro trains can affect human comfort\, structural integrity\, and the operation of sensitive equipment. The role of ballast ageing in the dynamic response of track-tunnel-soil systems remains poorly understood\, motivating dedicated investigation. A combined numerical and experimental framework is presented. On the numerical side\, two computationally efficient three-dimensional models are adopted: (i) a novel formulation in which track and tunnel are modeled as beam elements coupled to dynamic impedance functions\, and (ii) a 2.5D Finite Element model with Perfectly Matched Layers developed in a fully open-source environment. Experimentally\, ballast dynamic behavior is characterized through cyclic simple shear and seismic laboratory tests with controlled degradation\, as well as through in situ active MASW surveys. The combined approach investigates vibration propagation under different ballast degradation conditions. \nSpeaker’s Bio\nValerio Maugeri holds an MSc in Structural Engineering from Politecnico di Milano\, obtained in 2023. He is currently a PhD candidate in Structural\, Seismic\, and Geotechnical Engineering (39th cycle\, final year). His main technical expertise lies in dynamic soil-structure interaction and in numerical and experimental methodologies involving seismic wave propagation. \nHis current research focuses on ground-borne vibrations generated by metro trains\, with particular attention to how ageing and degradation of infrastructure components influence vibration levels perceived in the surrounding environment. \nIn his free time\, he enjoys travelling\, watching movies\, and spending time with friends.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/ageing-effects-in-metro-tunnel-ground-borne-vibrations-a-combined-numerical-and-experimental-approach/
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:How to harness irrigation-groundwater linkages to adapt to climate changes
DESCRIPTION:The next appointment in the PhDTalks seminar series will take place on Wednesday\, January 21st\, 2026\, in Grandori Room (Building 4)\, from 12:00 to 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks is a series of seminars and discussions among PhD candidates. The events aim to provide a space for networking among doctoral students and for engaging with the many projects developed within our department. \nThe speaker Paolo Colombo will deliver a seminar entitled “How to harness irrigation-groundwater linkages to adapt to climate changes” \nAt the end of the event\, a light refreshment will be offered\, sponsored by the department. \nThe seminar will also be accessible online at the following link. \nAbstract\nGroundwater is crucial in sustaining life\, worldwide depletion has been observed\, linked to climate changes and human consumption. This leads to risks for the whole water system. The Po plain makes no exception. It does however offer some solutions: the historical irrigation practices foster aquifer recharge\, opening a path towards possible adaptation. The presentation will follow the path of my PhD\, answering the questions: how will groundwater respond to future climate changes? Can we “hit two pigeons with a stone” and safeguarding heritage irrigation canals while adapting to climate change? What do we need to consider? The answers have come through field tests in cooperation with farmers and an irrigation consortium\, groundwater monitoring and numerical modeling. \nSpeaker’s Bio\nCurrently a PhD student at Politecnico di Milano\, Paolo Colombo graduated in Environmental and Land Planning Engineering with a focus on water management and a thesis on human impacts on hydrological droughts. Keen in finding ways to bring communities together and fostering cooperation on water and drought matters\, he is now leading a pilot project to harness the link between heritage irrigation canals and groundwater\, to foster adaptation to droughts and climate change. In his research he utilizes time series analysis\, numerical modelling and data-driven modeling to test stressors to the water system\, some of which have been developed during a visiting period at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in 2025. He loves biking and the freedom it enables.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/how-to-harness-irrigation-groundwater-linkages-to-adapt-to-climate-changes/
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Toward Mechano Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Sessione seminariale – Progetto ERC Advanced Grant IMMENSE \nLa sessione seminariale “Toward Mechano Intelligence” è organizzata nell’ambito del progetto ERC Advanced Grant IMMENSE. \nL’evento si terrà mercoledì 21 gennaio 2026\, presso la Sala Castigliano\, e prevede una serie di interventi di relatori invitati. \nProgramma \n9:30 – 9:45IntroduzioneAlberto Corigliano \n9:45 – 10:15Sequential Planning and Spatial Navigation Through Active InferenceGiovanni PezzuloInstitute of Cognitive Sciences and Technologies – CNR Roma \n10:15 – 10:45Emergent Collective Cognition in Multi-Agent Systems: An Integrated Approach Combining Active Inference and Information TheoryDomenico MaistoInstitute of Cognitive Sciences and Technologies – CNR Roma \n10:45 – 11:10Coffee break \n11:10 – 11:40On the Structure of Compositional Intelligence: Hierarchical Representations and the Reuse of Neural ComputationFrancesco DonnarummaInstitute of Cognitive Sciences and Technologies – CNR Roma \n11:40 – 12:00Recent Deep Learning & Reduced Order Modeling for Simulation\, Discovery and Control of Large-Scale SystemsAndrea ManzoniMOX\, Dipartimento di Matematica – Politecnico di Milano \n12:00 – 12:20Active Inference for Perception\, Action\, and Learning in Mechanical SystemsMatteo TorzoniDipartimento di Ingegneria Civile e Ambientale – Politecnico di Milano \n12:20 – 12:30ConclusioniAlberto Corigliano \nAbstract e biografie dei relatori sono disponibili cliccando qui.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/toward-mechano-intelligence/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Guideway Condition Monitoring\, Assessment\, and Maintenance Technology: Practices from the Shanghai High-Speed Maglev Line
DESCRIPTION:Data e oraGiovedì 11 dicembre\, ore 10:30 CET \nLuogoAula Lerici\, Edificio 3A – Politecnico di MilanoStanza virtuale: https://politecnicomilano.webex.com/meet/stefano.mariani \nRelatoreProf. Guofeng Zeng\, Tongji University \n\nAbstract \nIn December 2002\, the Shanghai High-Speed Maglev Demonstration Operation Line commenced trial operation\, designed for a operation speed of 430 km/h and achieving a test speed of 501 km/h. This marked the beginning of China’s high-speed maglev technology development. To this day\, the Shanghai line remains the world’s fastest ground transportation system in commercial operation. This report begins with an overview of recent developments in maglev technology in China. Then\, the report introduces the guideway system of the high-speed maglev system and its characteristics. The system imposes extremely high demands on the geometric precision and deformation requirements of the guideway. However\, as the Shanghai line was constructed on soft soil foundation\, its guideway service condition has degraded after over two decades of operation. To address this challenge\, the Maglev Center’s research team has\, over many years\, conducted research on vehicle-guideway dynamics theory\, guideway detection\, monitoring and maintenance technologies. The team has proposed a guideway maintenance methodology based on “dynamic simulation + data-driven” approaches and has preliminarily established an integrated “air-ground-rail” monitoring system for guideway service condition. This report provides a comprehensive presentation of these achievements\, along with the practical experience gained from providing technical services for the operation and maintenance of the Shanghai line’s guideway system. \nSpeaker’s bio  \nZeng Guofeng\, Ph.D. Professor\, Doctoral Supervisor，Deputy Director of Maglev Transportation Engineering Technology Research Center\, Tongji University. Dr. Zeng has long been engaged in research on maglev line and track systems. He has achieved significant research outcomes in key technological areas including maglev track structures\, guideway switch systems\, maglev vehicle-track interaction theory\, as well as maglev guideway detection technology and system condition assessment. He led the development of China’s first low-speed turnout for high-speed maglev systems and the world’s first gear-rack driven high-speed maglev turnout\, based on which he also spearheaded the development of the first 600 km/h high-speed maglev turnout. He directed the design of China’s first three-segment centering medium-low-speed maglev turnout and subsequently completed the construction design of all turnouts for the Changsha medium-low-speed maglev line. These achievements were awarded the First Prize of Hubei Provincial Technology Invention Award in 2019. Dr. Zeng presided over the project “High-speed Maglev Line Geometry Rapid Detection Equipment and Maintenance Technology” under the National Key Technology Support Program\, achieving line inspection at speeds of up to 430 km/h. He established a service condition assessment system for high-speed maglev systems\, proposing for the first time a systematic set of evaluation indicators and methods for the state of high-speed maglev systems. Throughout his years of research\, he has led one National Key Basic Research Program and is leading a National Key R&D Program project focused on theoretical research of high-speed maglev systems. The research project titled “Study on the Mechanism of Dynamic Stability in Conductor-Rail High-Speed Maglev Train-Turnout Systems” that he conducts has received funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). In the past decade of research\, he has authored one monograph\, published over 30 papers\, obtained more than 10 invention patents\, chaired the compilation of three group standards on turnouts\, and participated in the formulation of two national maglev standards.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/guideway-condition-monitoring-assessment-and-maintenance-technology-practices-from-the-shanghai-high-speed-maglev-line/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Reinventing Concrete: Towards a Low-Carbon Future
DESCRIPTION:Giovedì 4 dicembre alle ore 16:30 si terrà\, presso l’Aula Grandori (Edificio 4)\, il seminario “Reinventing Concrete: Towards a Low-Carbon Future”. Il seminario sarà tenuto dal Prof. Ruben Paul Borg dell’University of Malta. \nAbstract\nConcrete is the most widely used construction material worldwide. Yet\, its production—particularly that of ordinary Portland cement—accounts for roughly 8% of global CO₂ emissions. The construction sector is also a major contributor to global waste generation\, with concrete representing a significant portion of construction and demolition (C&D) waste. These challenges highlight the urgent need for more durable\, recyclable\, and low-carbon concrete solutions. \nThis lecture reviews emerging scientific advances\, engineering practices\, and policy frameworks that are driving the transition toward low-carbon concrete. Building on current research and real-world applications\, the presentation explores strategies for reducing embodied carbon across the concrete life cycle\, including clinker substitution\, the use of supplementary cementitious materials from industrial by-products\, alkali-activated and geopolymer binders\, carbon sequestration approaches\, and optimized\, performance-based design methods. \nA dedicated focus is placed on the role of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) within low-carbon design strategies. Although traditionally associated with higher material intensities\, recent advances in low-carbon UHPC formulations and application-driven optimization show its potential to significantly reduce whole-life emissions. Thanks to its exceptional mechanical performance and ultra-low permeability\, UHPC can enhance durability\, extend service life\, enable structural optimization\, and reduce maintenance needs—resulting in substantial lifetime carbon savings. In coastal and marine environments\, UHPC’s resistance to chloride ingress provides a pathway for more durable and sustainable infrastructure. The presentation will draw on case studies and discuss challenges to large-scale implementation. \nBy situating material innovation within the broader context of climate targets and sustainable infrastructure\, the lecture aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of both opportunities and constraints in the decarbonization of concrete—one of the world’s most essential building materials. \nSpeaker’s bio\nProf. Ruben Paul Borg is Full Professor at the University of Malta and a Structural & Materials Engineer. He is a Fulbright Scholar\, Visiting Academic at the University of Missouri S&T (USA)\, Affiliate Professor at the Center for Infrastructure Engineering Studies (CIES)\, Adjunct Professor at Vellore Institute of Technology (India)\, and Visiting Academic in several European institutions. He graduated from the University of Malta\, completed the Specializzazione in Cemento Armato at the Scuola F.lli Pesenti of Politecnico di Milano\, and earned his PhD from the University of Sheffield. \nProf. Borg currently serves as Director of the Climate Action Authority in Malta. He has held positions on the Board of Directors of iiSBE\, as Chairman for Knowledge and Technology at ECCE (European Council of Civil Engineers)\, and as Representative of the Institution of Civil Engineers (UK). He is active within fib (International Federation for Structural Concrete)\, where he convenes TG7.8\, and within RILEM. He also contributes as an expert to the European Committee for Standardization (CEN TC350) on Sustainability of Construction Works.He has served on the Executive Committee and Administrative Board of the BICC (Government of Malta) and chaired its Research and Innovation Committee. He coordinates the Industrial Heritage Platform and is a member of the Committee for Sustainability at the University of Malta. He has been Principal Investigator for international research projects under HORIZON 2020\, HORIZON Europe\, and INTERREG\, focusing on low-carbon concrete\, ultra-durability materials\, cultural heritage renovation\, sustainable building\, and climate resilience. \nProf. Borg is also active in industrial practice and has received multiple international awards\, including the International Energy Globe Awards (2013\, 2022\, 2024)\, the Prix d’Honneur in Restoration\, the Judge Caruana Curren Awards\, and recognition for advancements in 3D-printed low-carbon concrete.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/reinventing-concrete-towards-a-low-carbon-future/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Learning the physics of free-surface fluid flows with AI
DESCRIPTION:Il prossimo appuntamento con la serie di incontri PhDTalks si terrà Mercoledì 3 dicembre nell’aula Grandori (Edificio 4)\, dalle 12:00 alle 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks è una serie di seminari e discussioni tra dottorandi. Gli eventi hanno lo scopo di fornire un luogo dove creare un network tra dottorandi ed entrare in contatto con i molti progetti sviluppati nel nostro dipartimento. \nLo speaker Federico Lanteri condurrà un seminario dal titolo “Learning the physics of free-surface fluid flows with AI”.  \nAl termine dell’evento sarà disponibile un piccolo rinfresco finanziato dal dipartimento. \nSarà possibile seguire la conferenza anche online al seguente link. \nAbstract\nThe study of free-surface fluid flows is of significant interest across various research fields\, including civil\, aerospace\, and biomedical engineering. Numerical simulations approximating Navier–Stokes equations provide accurate descriptions of such phenomena but are often computationally expensive for real-world applications. In recent years\, deep learning has emerged as a promising approach for modeling complex physical systems\, offering data-driven alternatives to traditional solvers. However\, applying these techniques to free-surface flows is particularly challenging compared to standard fluid dynamics problems on fixed geometries\, as it requires neural network architectures capable of handling unstructured and dynamically evolving domains. By carefully designing such architectures and training them on datasets generated from high-fidelity numerical simulations\, it is possible to learn the complex underlying physics governing free-surface dynamics\, effectively building surrogate models that reproduce accurate solutions at a fraction of the computational cost. This approach opens new perspectives for real-time analysis\, optimization\, and control in engineering applications involving free-surface flows. \nSpeaker’s bio\nFederico is a PhD candidate in Structural\, Seismic\, and Geotechnical Engineering (40th cycle). He obtained a master degree in Mathematical Engineering in 2024 and he is now in the second year of his PhD. His work focuses on developing machine-learning methods to enhance and speed up simulations of free-surface fluid flows\, in particular cases involving complex materials. \nIn his free time\, Federico enjoys playing the saxophone\, hiking\, running and playing tennis
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/learning-the-physics-of-free-surface-fluid-flows-with-ai/
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SUMMARY:Life Cycle Assessment of E-Diesel production
DESCRIPTION:Il prossimo appuntamento con la serie di incontri PhDTalks si terrà Mercoledì 3 dicembre nell’aula Grandori (Edificio 4)\, dalle 12:00 alle 13:00 CET. \nPhDTalks è una serie di seminari e discussioni tra dottorandi. Gli eventi hanno lo scopo di fornire un luogo dove creare un network tra dottorandi ed entrare in contatto con i molti progetti sviluppati nel nostro dipartimento. \nLa speaker Paula Martina Barbato condurrà un seminario dal titolo “Life Cycle Assessment of E-Diesel production”.  \nAl termine dell’evento sarà disponibile un piccolo rinfresco finanziato dal dipartimento. \nSarà possibile seguire la conferenza anche online al seguente link. \nAbstract\nIn recent years\, electrofuels (e-fuels) have gained increasing attention as a promising alternative to conventional fossil fuels\, offering a potential pathway for decarbonising multiple sectors. Synthesised from hydrogen and carbon dioxide (CO2) using renewable energy\, e-fuels are currently being discussed within the European automotive policy framework as a possible solution to enable the continued registration of new internal combustion engine (ICE) passenger vehicles beyond 2035. \nSo far\, most research has focused on their use in hard-to-electrify sectors\, leaving their potential role in passenger road transport underexplored. This talk investigates the environmental performance of e-diesel production through the application of the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology. Six production scenarios\, differing in CO2 sources\, electricity supply mixes\, and methodological choices\, are investigated and compared. By examining these variations\, the study aims to identify under which conditions e-diesel could provide environmental improvements compared to fossil diesel\, and whether it can truly represent a bridge toward a more sustainable transport future.\nSpeaker’s bio\nPaula holds an MSc in Environmental and Land Planning Engineering from the Politecnico di Milano (2023) and is currently in the final year of her PhD (39th cycle). Her research focuses on evaluating the environmental impacts of alternative fuels for the automotive sector through the Life Cycle Assessment methodology\, with a particular emphasis on the emerging e-fuels. \nIn her free time\, she loves reading\, swimming\, and travelling.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/life-cycle-assessment-of-e-diesel-production/
CATEGORIES:PHD Life,Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Sustainability and Social Inclusion in Public Decisions: The Provision and Management of Safe Water – A Case Study
DESCRIPTION:Short Course: “Sustainability and Social Inclusion in Public Decisions: The Provision and Management of Safe Water – A Case Study”\n\nDates & Times:\n\n1 December\, 14:15 – 18:15 (4h)\n3 December\, 9:15 – 18:15 (4+4h)\n4 December\, 14:15 – 18:15 (4h)\n5 December\, 9:15 – 18:15 (4+4 h)\n\nLocation: Aula Fassò\, Building 4A\, 1st floor\n\nCourse Description:\nThe seminar is open to students from all disciplines at Politecnico di Milano who are interested in exploring the challenges and opportunities related to water supply systems. It offers a multidisciplinary environment where participants can approach the topic from technical\, social\, economic\, and environmental perspectives.\nThroughout the seminar\, students will take part in both lectures and interactive sessions designed to encourage active participation. Discussion groups will be formed to facilitate the exchange of ideas\, experiences\, and viewpoints among students from diverse academic backgrounds. This participatory format aims to stimulate critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving around real-world issues in water supply and management.\nBy the end of the seminar\, participants will have gained not only a deeper understanding of participatory approaches to water supply but also practical insights into how community engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration can enhance the sustainability and equity of water systems.\n\nLearning Objectives:\n\nShare and compare realities regarding public policies focused on water supply in Italy and Vietnam\nIntroduce examples of participation and social inclusion in public decisions that contribute to equitable access to treated water in rural areas\n\nDuration: 25 hours\, distributed over 5 days\nMain Topics:\n\nParticipatory methods for environmental management\nThe use of focus groups in qualitative research\nInterview approaches and methodologies\nInterpretation of qualitative data\n\nSpeaker’s bio:\nDr. Eva Ferreira completed her bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sanitation in 2012\, placing among the four best students in the group. Soon after\, she began her MBA in Environmental Planning and Management and in early 2013 she began her M.Sc. in Agronomy. Along with her Ph.D.\, she did another MBA in Waste and Wastewater Management. In 2016\, she was among five Brazilians selected by the Erasmus Mundus Association to receive the IBrasil scholarship to do a Sandwich Doctorate in Europe for 10 months. She was hired by the Erasmus Mundus Association to evaluate environmental management policies in Central Europe\, specifically in Slovakia and Austria. During this time\, she acquired in-depth knowledge about European Environmental Policies. With this opportunity she learned about different realities and presented Brazil at the International Conference of Young Scientists and Doctoral Students in Europe. Dr. Eva Ferreira has a Ph.D. in Sanitation\, Environment and Water Resources\, with M.Sc. in Agronomy\, an MBA in Project Management\, an MBA in Environmental Planning and Management and an MBA in Treatment and Final Disposal of Waste and Wastewater. She has been working as a Lecturer in Brazil (Federal University of Goiás and University of São Paulo)\, Vietnam (Vietnamese-German University)\, and Researcher in Portugal (University of Aveiro)\, the Netherlands (Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences) and Czech Republic (Tomas Bata University). Her main topics are Environmental Management and Public Policy\, Soil Sciences and Water Management. \nRegistration:\nIf you are interested in attending either the seminar or the short course\, please register at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/m7dTvk1Y65\n 
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/sustainability-and-social-inclusion-in-public-decisions-the-provision-and-management-of-safe-water-a-case-study/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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SUMMARY:Generative strategies to empower physics-based wave propagation with deep learning. Applications to earthquake engineering and non-destructive testing.
DESCRIPTION:Venerdì 28 novembre – ore 11:00 CETAula Grandori (Edificio 4)Stanza virtuale: https://politecnicomilano.webex.com/meet/alberto.corigliano \nIl seminario intitolato “Generative strategies to empower physics-based wave propagation with deep learning. Applications to earthquake engineering and non-destructive testing.” sarà tenuto dal Dr. Filippo Gatti\, Maître de Conférences presso CentraleSupélec. \nAbstract \nIn this study\, we present a quantitative evaluation of how elastodynamics simulations can substantially benefit from deep learning–based generative methods integrated with traditional numerical approaches. Two primary frameworks are explored: conditional generative models and neural operators. In the first\, a diffusion model is trained within a time-series super-resolution framework. Its objective is to enhance the outputs of 3D elastic wave numerical simulations—accurate up to 5 Hz in large-scale applications [1\,2]—by extrapolating them to higher frequencies (5–30 Hz) through learning the low-to-high frequency mapping from globally recorded seismograms [3\,4]. The generation process is conditioned on synthetic time histories from numerical simulations\, allowing rapid inference of new wave propagation solutions [4].The second framework demonstrates the effective application of neural operators as full replacements for computationally expensive 3D elastic wave propagation simulations in heterogeneous and anisotropic (polycrystalline) media [5\,6]. This approach paves the way toward real-time\, large-scale digital twins for complex elastodynamics problems [7\,8]\, including earthquake early warning and ultrasonic non-destructive testing in additive manufacturing.Finally\, we present the results of two hybrid strategies that combine diffusion models and neural operators. In these schemes\, zero-shot predictions from neural operators either guide the conditioning and fine-tuning of the super-resolution diffusion model described above or enable transfer learning using a pre-trained GenCFD diffusion model designed for generating solutions to the 3D Navier–Stokes equations [9]. \nSpeaker’s bio \nFilippo Gatti is Maître de Conférences at CentraleSupélec since 2019\, affiliated to Laboratoire de Mécanique des Sols\, Structures et Matériaux (MSSMat) until 2021 and to Laboratoire de Mécanique Paris-Saclay (LMPS) since 2022.He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Université Paris-Saclay and Politecnico di Milano (2017)\, as well as a MSc (2014) and BEng (2011) from Politecnico di Milano. He has been JSPS post-doctoral fellow at the Disaster Prevention Research Institute at Kyoto University (2018) and visiting researcher at the Earthquake Research Institute at The University of Tokyo (2021). \nResearch appointmentsSince 2022\, Filippo Gatti is in charge of Research Operation Jumeaux Hybrides: Simulation\, Apprentissage within the LMPS team OMEIR\, as well as LMPS representative for research valorization strategies. \nResearch ActivitiesFilippo Gatti’s research interests cover the physics-based simulation of wave propagation phenomena\, focusing on earthquake engineering and ultrasound wave propagation for non-destructive testing. Since 2014\, Filippo Gatti co-develops the high-performance software SEM3D and maintains its open-source release since 2023. SEM3D is CPU/GPU parallel implementation of the spectral element method applied to 3D elastoacoustic wave propagation in highly heterogeneous and non-linear media. SEM3D has been widely employed for blind earthquake simulation and seismic risk assessment of critical infrastructures\, such as Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant (Japan) and the Cadarache ITER facilities. In this context\, in 2023\, Dr. Gatti’s spin-off project\, EASYRISK\, has been selected as recipient of the POC’UP spin-off program by the SATT Paris-Saclay\, aiming at enabling non-expert users with the realism of SEM3D\, towards achieving physics-based seismic risk assessment.Since 2018\, Dr. Gatti research activities encompass the use of advanced machine learning to improve the fidelity of the numerical solutions of complex wave propagation problems\, by blending physics-based approaches with complex features learned from data.
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/generative-strategies-to-empower-physics-based-wave-propagation-with-deep-learning-applications-to-earthquake-engineering-and-non-destructive-testing/
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SUMMARY:From Source to Sample: Mastering Water Monitoring Practices
DESCRIPTION:28 November\, 9:00 – 13:00\nAula Fassò\, Building 4A\, 1st floor\n\nAbstract:\nThe training provides a comprehensive overview of the key technologies and methods used to monitor water quality across a wide range of contexts — from natural ecosystems and urban environments to industrial and agricultural applications. Participants will explore practical tools\, data collection techniques\, and emerging innovations that help assess\, protect\, and manage water resources effectively.\nDesigned to be accessible to a broad audience\, this program does not require prior knowledge in environmental engineering. It is ideal for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of water quality. The focus is on the Polimi community\, including students\, professors\, researchers\, and all interested members of the institution.\nLearning Objectives:\n\nProvide introductory and advanced concepts on monitoring surface and groundwater quality\nIntroduce laboratory analysis of physical\, chemical\, and microbiological parameters\n\nDuration: 4 hours\nMain Topics:\n\nIntroduction to water quality\nThe different uses of water and potability standards\nPreparation and collection of water samples\nPhysical\, chemical and microbiological analysis of water\nAdvanced quantitative analytical techniques: ion chromatography\, liquid chromatography\, and gas chromatography\nWater treatment systems for human and industrial consumption\nMonitoring systems\nThe use of artificial intelligence in water quality monitoring\n\nDiscussions:\n\nAdvanced Water Quality Sensor Technologies and Data Integration\nIsotope and Tracer Techniques in Hydrological and Pollution Studies\nAdvanced Data Analytics\, Modeling\, and Machine Learning in Water Monitoring\nEmerging Contaminants and Microbiological Risk Assessment\nRemote Sensing and Geospatial Analysis for Watershed Monitoring\n\n\nSpeaker’s bio:\nDr. Eva Ferreira completed her bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sanitation in 2012\, placing among the four best students in the group. Soon after\, she began her MBA in Environmental Planning and Management and in early 2013 she began her M.Sc. in Agronomy. Along with her Ph.D.\, she did another MBA in Waste and Wastewater Management. In 2016\, she was among five Brazilians selected by the Erasmus Mundus Association to receive the IBrasil scholarship to do a Sandwich Doctorate in Europe for 10 months. She was hired by the Erasmus Mundus Association to evaluate environmental management policies in Central Europe\, specifically in Slovakia and Austria. During this time\, she acquired in-depth knowledge about European Environmental Policies. With this opportunity she learned about different realities and presented Brazil at the International Conference of Young Scientists and Doctoral Students in Europe. Dr. Eva Ferreira has a Ph.D. in Sanitation\, Environment and Water Resources\, with M.Sc. in Agronomy\, an MBA in Project Management\, an MBA in Environmental Planning and Management and an MBA in Treatment and Final Disposal of Waste and Wastewater. She has been working as a Lecturer in Brazil (Federal University of Goiás and University of São Paulo)\, Vietnam (Vietnamese-German University)\, and Researcher in Portugal (University of Aveiro)\, the Netherlands (Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences) and Czech Republic (Tomas Bata University). Her main topics are Environmental Management and Public Policy\, Soil Sciences and Water Management.\n\n\nRegistration:\nIf you are interested in attending either the seminar or the short course\, please register at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/m7dTvk1Y65
URL:https://www.dica.polimi.it/it/evento/from-source-to-sample-mastering-water-monitoring-practices/
CATEGORIES:Seminari e conferenze
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