The full record.

Research experience

• Jun 2026 — present

  Research Collaboration

  Cogitate Consortium · Neuronal Oscillations Group, University of Oxford

  I collaborate with Prof. Ole Jensen and Dr. Xuan Cui on M-EEG analyses of prestimulus alpha-phase dynamics and conscious visual perception, using Cogitate Consortium data.

• Feb — Jul 2025

  Research Internship — EEG & AI

  Cognitive Electrophysiology Lab, University of Milan-Bicocca

  Developed and implemented machine learning pipelines for EEG-based trait classification within the Empathy and Mirror-Neurons Project. Performed EEG preprocessing, feature extraction and time–frequency analyses (Fourier and wavelet transforms). Analyzed neural oscillatory dynamics associated with action observation and empathic traits, contributing to the identification of network-level neural mechanisms underlying social cognition. Implemented machine learning models to classify EEG-derived neural features and identify electrophysiological biomarkers associated with cognitive traits. Conducted systematic literature reviews to inform experimental design and model development.

Education

• 2025

  M.Sc. Neuro-X

  EPFL, Lausanne, Switzerland

  Admitted, attended one semester.

• 2023 — 2025

  M.Sc. Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (Neuro AI)

  University of Milan · University of Milan-Bicocca · University of Pavia, Italy

  Department of Cognitive Sciences (LM-55). Thesis: “Mapping the Empathic Brain: A Machine Learning Approach to EEG-Based Trait Classification”. Supervisors: Prof. A. M. Proverbio, Dr. M. W. Rivolta. Graduated 29/10/2025.

• 2020 — 2023

  B.Sc. Computer Engineering

  University of Naples Federico II, Naples, Italy

  Department of Electrical and Information Technology Engineering (L-8). Thesis: “What if a computer experienced emotions?”. Supervisor: Prof. S. Marrone. Graduated 27/09/2023. Ranked in the top 10% of Engineering alumni.

  110/110 cum laude

• 2023

  Motivation and Personal Growth

  University eCampus

• 2023

  Physiological, Emotional and Communication Psychology

  University eCampus

• 2023

  English Language Program

  University of Mount Saint Vincent, New York, USA

• 2022

  Apple Foundation Program

  University of Naples Federico II, Naples

  Intensive training in app development, design thinking and collaborative problem-solving, with hands-on iOS app creation.

• 2022

  English Language Program

  Pepperdine University, Malibu, California, USA

• 2015 — 2020

  Scientific High School

  Liceo Scientifico “A. Nobel”, Torre del Greco, Naples, Italy

  Grade of maturity: 100/100, with a project about dark matter.

Honors & awards

• 2025

  First student graduated in Italy in Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence — Neuro AI

  M.Sc. Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence, Milan, Italy

• 2023

  Top of class — 110/110 cum laude

  B.Sc. Computer Engineering, Naples, Italy

• 2019

  The Next Possible Future Award

  NASA Space Apps Challenge, Naples, Italy

Selected projects

• 2025

  EEG–MEG Comparative Study for Visual Neural Decoding

  Investigated EEG, MEG and multimodal M/EEG neural decoding in a visual perception task, comparing feature-based machine learning and end-to-end deep learning models to analyze modality complementarity, temporal dynamics and data efficiency.

• 2025

  Personalized Neuromodulation Treatment for Apathy

  Designed a personalized neuromodulation protocol for apathy based on tTIS, integrating computational modeling of effort–reward decision-making, behavioral phenotyping, EEG biomarkers and MRI-informed stimulation of cortico-striatal networks.

• 2025

  MedAIx — Clinical Decision-Making Prototype

  HCI system testing how AI communication style impacts trust in clinical decision-making.

• 2025

  Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease

  Machine learning pipeline on the OASIS-1 dataset, achieving 90.8% accuracy with gradient boosting.

Additional experience

• 2025

  Hackathon Participant — I-DAYS 2025 (SYNLAB Challenge)

  Milan, Italy

  Developed a digital platform for workplace health promotion focused on cognitive training and active aging, targeting memory, attention and cognitive skills to support long-term brain health and prevent neurodegenerative decline.

• 2025

  Hackathon Participant — HackaHealth

  EPFL, Switzerland

  Developed an AI-powered text-to-speech assistive app enabling real-time emotional and tonal expression for users with speech disabilities.

• 2024

  Silicon Valley Study Tour 2024 Attendee

  San Francisco, California, USA

  Selected participant in an immersive innovation program engaging with leading tech companies, startups, universities and venture capital firms.

• 2024

  Radio Podcast

  Radio Canale Italia, Milan, Italy

  Interview about AI, emphasizing responsible usage and the academic journey from Computer Engineering to Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence within the medical (neuro) field.

• 2019 — 2022

  Researcher — Cislunar City

  Center for Near Space, Naples, Italy

  “Orbitecture”, a lunar habitat project. Presented a prototype, “Astronaut Helmet Design”, at Galassica — Festival dell'Astronomia. The project was published in the 2021 August Newsletter of the AIAA Los Angeles–Las Vegas Section (pp. 19–29).

Skills

Neuroscience

EEG acquisition and analysisMNE-PythonTime–frequency analysisNeuroimaging

Computational & Statistical Methods

Machine learning (supervised & unsupervised)Artificial neural networksStatistical modelingFeature engineering

Programming Languages

Python (NumPy, SciPy, scikit-learn)RC++SQL

Tools

JupyterASAEEProbeOverleaf

Additional Competencies

EthicsNeuroethicsMathematicsPhysicsStatistics

Soft

LeadershipTeamworkPublic speaking