Research: Modeling and Forecasting of Karst Spring Discharge
Karst springs play a crucial role in the supply of drinking water in many parts of the world. The aquifers that feed these springs are complex and highly heterogeneous systems, characterized by the coexistence of various types of permeability associated with conduits, fractures, and the porous matrix.
Given the increasing demand for water resources and the effects of climate change, understanding the behavior of these systems is a key challenge for sustainable water management.
In this context, analyzing time series data of spring discharge proves particularly useful, as it provides valuable insights into the system’s dynamics. Furthermore, integrating meteorological and hydrogeological datasets allows for the assessment of the degree of karstification and the estimation of response times to meteorological inputs.
The study of karst springs, aimed at modeling the system and forecasting its future behavior, is essential for understanding the mechanisms that govern aquifer dynamics and evaluating their response to climate change. This research also contributes to the development of tools for effective water resource management and protection.
Curriculum
July 2024
Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering
University of Rome La Sapienza, 110/110 cum laude
Thesis: Tecniche MAR applicate alla piana di Dar es Salaam (MAR Techniques Applied to the Dar es Salaam Plain)
December 2021
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering
University of Rome La Sapienza, 110/110 cum laude
Thesis: Confronto tra differenti formulazioni empiriche per la determinazione delle Curve Intensità-Durata-Frequenza per la regione Toscana (Comparison of Different Empirical Formulations for Determining Intensity-Duration-Frequency Curves for the Tuscany Region)
September 2018
Classical High School Diploma
G. De Sanctis High School, Rome, 100/100 cum laude
Language Skills: English – B2 (Reading, Speaking, and Writing)
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, MATLAB, QGIS