Turin, Piedmont, Italy
*Applied economist with a strong scientific interest and sincere passion for environmental issues and innovation dynamics that I empirically investigate using innovative theoretical approaches (e.g. heterodox and complexity economics) and advanced statistical methods (econometrics, multivariate analysis, machine learning techniques). *Academic background: PhD in Economics (2020), MSc in Environmental Economics and Politics (2014) and BSc in International Relations (2010). *Awards: GERPISA - Le Réseau International de l’automobile Special Mention 2023, 3-year PhD scholarship (2016-2019), Ambrogino d’Oro di Milano as a member of the Volunteer Staff at the Expo Milan 2015, winner of the Writing Competition on European Socio-Political issues “Diventiamo Cittadini Europei” promoted by Piedmont Region in 2005. *Work experience: research & teaching, project development & management, resources mobilisation. *Skills: proactive, precise, analytical, result-oriented with a problem solving attitude, able to efficiently develop and implement high-quality independent and team works under tight time constraints. *Volunteering: EoF 2020 (ongoing), Expo Milan 2015, CinemAmbiente Torino, ManiTese, Sermig *Hobbies: Sports, Travels, Books, Cinema & Theatre, Photography, Tech Geek
Research activities aimed at investigating the role of robotic and digital technologies in labour dynamics of smart and sustainable ports.
Fixed-term researcher working on the EU-funded (PNRR) project on “Robots and Artificial Intelligence for Socio-Economic Empowerment - RAISE”, which is aimed at developing and promoting technological solutions able to effectively respond to the economic and social needs of the Ligurian territory. The project intends to foster R&D in smart techs for different areas, including health, environmental sustainability, intelligent ports and accessible and resilient smart cities. Department: CNR-IRCrES, Research Institute for the Sustainable Economic Growth
Quantitative and qualitative research on the project “Osservatorio sulle trasformazioni dell’ecosistema automotive italiano” in collaboration with CAMI- Università Ca’ Foscari Venezia. Fundings: Motus-E. - Analysis of the factors affecting the electrification process of the Italian automotive supply chain through a survey. - Elaboration of the final report’s chapter focused on the impact of the e-transition on the labour dimension. - Updated mapping of the Italian firms and the technological components within the emerging mobility ecosystem. Department: CNR-IRCrES, Research Institute for the Sustainable Economic Growth
MSc course in Business Analytics within the Department of Excellence ESOMAS. The lectures theoretically and practically delve into how firms can manage and analyse data to produce value for their business activities.
MSc course in Economics of Innovation and Artificial Intelligence within the department of excellence ESOMAS. Lecturer of the module in Economics of Innovation which aims to introduce students to the fundamental topics of the economics of innovation. In particular, it seeks to explain how innovation and entrepreneurship are crucial for economic growth, influencing business performance, the labor market, market structure and dynamics. Syllabus: • main theories and approaches (exogenous vs endogenous growth, neoclassical vs evolutionary approach, knowledge properties and dynamics, tech paradigms change, path dependence, lock-in, incremental vs disruptive innovation) • drivers (tech push, demand pull, institutional drive), systems (national, regional, sectoral) & networks (spillovers, open innovation, knowledge platforms, KIBS) • models (knowledge production function, CDM) & measures (patents, IP rights, R&D) • micro & macro dynamics applications (labor, productivity, environment, society) • empirical analysis of micro data at state and firm level with STATA • focus on AI role in recent innovation dynamics
Teaching Assistant in Digital Economy, BSc in Social Innovation, Communication and New Technologies, at the Department of Cultures, Politics and Society. Topics: review of Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Economics of Innovation
Research affiliate at the Center for Automotive and Mobility Innovation (CAMI) - Uni Ca’ Foscari Venezia
Online survey development and management, statistical data analysis, contribution to the annual OTEA report with a chapter focused on the eco-innovations and employment dynamics along the Italian automotive ecosystem.
Short-term procurement analyst and project assistant at PRODEV