Computer Science Ph.D. studentMattia Piazzalunga

Ph.D. Computer Science, NLP-AI

The main theme of the program is "Artificial Intelligence for the improvement of social and individual well-being". The research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, with a specific emphasis on Natural Language Processing. The main objective is to enhance existing language models by improving their generalization capability and developing new efficient deep learning techniques. The Ph.D., under the supervision of Professor Gabriella Pasi, is part of the DISCo Department’s program, which is highly selective with an acceptance rate of about 10%.

M.S. Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science obtained with a final grade of 110 cum laude/110. The academic program particularly focused on topics such as Artificial Intelligence, with a special emphasis on Deep Learn- ing, Software Engineering, Theoretical Computer Science, Cloud Computing and Mathematical Analysis. The Master’s thesis, supervised by Professor Gabriella Pasi, involved a challenging research project in the field of Natural Language Processing and was titled "Bridging a GAP: Text Style Transfer from Journalistic to Conversational for Enhanced Social Media Dissemination of News".

B.S. Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science obtained with a final grade of 110 cum laude/110. The academic program particularly focused on topics such as Algorithmics, Advanced Programming, Data Analysis, Soft- ware Engineering, Mathematical Analysis, Linear Algebra, and Systems & Network management. The Bachelor’s thesis, supervised by Professor Francesca Arcelli Fontana, focused on Software Design and was titled "Evolution of an Enterprise Application".

Ph.D. Researcher, NLP-AI

The research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, with a specific emphasis on Natural Language Processing. The main objective is to enhance existing language models by improving their generalization capability and developing new efficient deep learning techniques.

M.S. Student Researcher, NLP-AI

The research focused on the area of Natural Language Processing and Text Style Transfer, leading to the development of the master’s thesis. The latter, supervised by Professor Gabriella Pasi, involved a challenging research project in the field of Natural Language Processing and was titled "Bridging a GAP: Text Style Transfer from Journalistic to Conversational for Enhanced Social Media Dissemination of News"

Intern, Software Engineering

Internship aimed at the design, management, evolution and development of an enterprise application (EIM) for intelligent electronic invoicing in Italy by multinational companies. Customer support activities were carried out. The internship led to the conception of the Bachelor’s thesis, supervised by Professor Francesca Arcelli Fontana. The latter focused on Software Design and was titled "Evolution of an Enterprise Appli- cation".

AI WEEK 2025

AI WEEK is the biggest event in Europe on Artificial Intelligence. Held annually in Milan, it brings together innovators, startups, corporates, researchers, and policymakers to explore the technologies shaping the future. The event welcomes thousands of attendees from across Europe and beyond. With hundreds of exhibitors and dozens of expert speakers, AI Week Milan covers topics from generative AI and automation to ethics and regulation. The event attracts over 17,000 attendees, with a 25% share of international visitors from Switzerland, Germany, France, Romania, the United Kingdom and the United States. More than 200 companies exhibit, and over 500 speakers participate.

Web Summit 2024

Web Summit is one of the world’s leading technology events. It takes place every year in Lisbon and brings together startups, investors, companies, media, and industry leaders to explore innovations that shape the future. The event attracts over 71,000 attendees from 153 countries. More than 3,000 companies exhibit, and over 950 speakers participate. Artificial intelligence plays a central role. Diversity is a key focus, 44% of startups are founded by women. Hundreds of themed meetups make the experience even richer, helping professionals from all over the world connect and share ideas.

Mediterranean Machine Learning Summer School 2024

The Mediterranean Machine Learning Summer School 2024 is a prestigious educational event dedicated to the fields of artificial intelligence and machine learning, organized in collaboration between the AI education foundation and the University of Milano-Bicocca. For five days, participants from around the world engage in an intensive program featuring keynote speeches, theoretical lectures, and hands-on sessions, led by internationally renowned experts from research centers such as Google DeepMind, Meta AI, and the University of Oxford. The event explores some of the most cutting-edge topics in the field, including generative models, LLMs, reinforcement learning, neuroscience, and AI safety. In addition to its educational focus, the event promotes discussion, collaboration, and networking through small-group workshops, poster sessions, meetings with sponsoring companies, and social events designed to foster exchange between participants and speakers.

Lectures on Computational Linguistics 2024

The Lectures on Computational Linguistics is a scientific event organized by the Italian Association for Computational Linguistics, designed as a training and discussion opportunity on current topics in the field. The 2024 edition, hosted by the University of Bari Aldo Moro, brings together humanistic and computational approaches through tutorials, hands-on labs, and evening lectures, offering an open and interdisciplinary space for students, researchers, and enthusiasts. The program features contributions from professors from various international universities, fostering a rich and stimulating dialogue. Participation is free upon registration.