research

Research Groups and Areas

• Smart Water Networks (SWAN): Development of heuristic optimization algorithms (genetic algorithms, fuzzy logic, neural networks) and application of graph theory for districting and optimal management of losses in water distribution networks.
• Permeable Adsorbing Barriers (PAB): Experimental and numerical research on the remediation of contaminated aquifers through reactive permeable barriers, with hydraulic-environmental modeling of underground flows.
• Water Resources Management: Optimization of artificial reservoir management during drought periods and integrated water planning at basin level.

International Scientific Coordination

• EIP Water Action Group: Leader of the Action Group of the European Innovation Partnerships for the optimal management of water resources (with over 50 European partner institutions).
• Water Europe Working Group (SWANSET): Leader of the "Smart Water Network Sensors and Tools" working group within the European Water Europe consortium.
• National and International Research Projects: Participation in Horizon 2020 calls (VALUEMAG, Bio4V), PON R&S (SISCO, WAMAC, DIMODI) and PRIN.

Editorial Committees & Peer Review

Scientific review activities and editorial roles for the most prestigious international journals in the sector:

• Associate Editor: AQUA - Water Infrastructure, Ecosystems and Society (IWA Publishing).
• Editorial Board Member: Environmental Modeling & Software (Elsevier).
• Reviewer for: Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management, Journal of Hydroinformatics, Water Resources Research, Journal of Hydrology, etc.