I am a Civil Engineer and PhD candidate at UCLA, currently focusing my research on Nature-Based Solutions and modeling in coastal environments. My work is driven by a passion for understanding water dynamics and addressing the implications of climate change on our environment. Prior to my doctoral studies, I served as a hydrological and hydraulic modeler and project manager in the risk management industry, primarily within the public sector. I also have extensive academic experience as a university professor and researcher. I hold a dual Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering from Politecnico di Torino and TU Delft. My technical expertise includes AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Delft3D, HEC-RAS, ArcGIS, and QGIS, alongside programming skills in Python, Java, and Matlab. Outside of research, I am an avid triathlete (swim, bike, run) and enjoy reading astronomy and science fiction.
