Associate Professor at the University of Calabria and cofounder of 2 spin-offs: 3D Research and Tech4Sea. His research focuses on new technologies and strategies for preserving and promoting underwater cultural and natural heritage. He had/has leading roles in various EU projects including: INTERREG MED – BLUEMED and BLUEMED PLUS, H2020–iMARECULTURE, Lab4Dive, DiveSafe, MeDryDive, CREAMARE; MSCA TECTONI