👩💼 Ilaria Sebastiani is an Italian civil engineer and project manager with expertise in structural engineering, seismic verification, and dam maintenance. With a solid academic foundation and diverse professional experiences, Ilaria has contributed to significant engineering projects across Italy, ensuring safety and efficiency in construction and renovation works. She is currently working as a Project Manager at Studio Masciotta and has been involved in both public and private sector projects.
Profile
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Strengths for the Award
Ilaria Sebastiani’s background in civil engineering, combined with her expertise in seismic verification and dam safety, positions her strongly for the Best Researcher Award. She has significant experience managing and designing infrastructure projects, including dams and tunnels, with a focus on seismic risk reduction. Her leadership on major projects like the Genzano Tunnel and the Colle Torcino Dam highlights her project management and technical acumen. Furthermore, her role in European Union (EU) research initiatives, such as the INFINITE Project, demonstrates her ability to contribute to cutting-edge research with practical implications in energy efficiency and sustainable construction.
Areas for Improvement
To further strengthen her candidacy, Sebastiani could enhance her contributions by publishing more research in top-tier international journals, specifically focusing on her unique contributions in seismic vulnerability and sustainability. Expanding her network through more international collaborations and improving her English proficiency from B1 to a higher level would also help in making her work more accessible to a global audience.
Education
🎓 Education Journey: Ilaria holds a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering (Structures) with honors (110/110 laude) from Sapienza University of Rome (2021). She also earned her Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (2018) from the same university. Recently, in May 2024, she completed a Master’s in Project Management in Construction Works with BIM at Politecnico di Milano, graduating with a perfect score of 110/110.
Experience
💼 Professional Experience: Since 2022, Ilaria has been serving as a Project Manager at Studio Masciotta in Rome, leading high-profile projects like the Acerenza Genzano Tunnel and Colle Torcino Dam. She has managed seismic verifications, extraordinary maintenance, and testing activities for large infrastructures, ensuring compliance with safety standards and effective coordination.
Research Interest
🔍 Research Focus: Ilaria’s research interests span seismic risk reduction, structural analysis, and energy efficiency in building systems. Her work includes critical analyses of thermal bridges and the life cycle impact of wooden façade systems, contributing to sustainable building designs.
Awards
🏆 Recognition: Ilaria’s dedication and skill have earned her several certifications, including the Fire Prevention Professional certification (2022) and registration in the Professional Engineers’ Order of Rome. Additionally, her energy-related research was presented at prestigious conferences like the Facade Tectonics World Congress in Los Angeles.
Publications📚
Sebastiani et al. (2022). “Impact of Thermal Bridges on the Energy Response of Building,” presented at Facade Tectonics Conference, Los Angeles, USA.
[Cited by 2 articles]
Juaristi, Sebastiani, & Avesani (2022). “Timber-based Façades with Different Connections and Claddings: Assessing Materials’ Reusability, Water Use and Global Warming Potential,” in Journal of Façade Design & Engineering.
[Cited by 4 articles]