A5014550574- Seismic Waves and Analysis
- Landslides and related hazards
- earthquake and tectonic studies
- Seismic Imaging and Inversion Techniques
- Geological formations and processes
- Geological Modeling and Analysis
- Seismology and Earthquake Studies
- Geophysical Methods and Applications
- Seismic Performance and Analysis
- 3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage
- Soil Geostatistics and Mapping
- Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Mechanics
- Groundwater flow and contamination studies
- Image Processing and 3D Reconstruction
- Geological and Geochemical Analysis
- Earthquake Detection and Analysis
- Geotechnical Engineering and Underground Structures
- Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Stabilization
- Structural Health Monitoring Techniques
- Coastal and Marine Dynamics
- Landfill Environmental Impact Studies
- Fire effects on ecosystems
- Building materials and conservation
- Cryospheric studies and observations
- Structural Analysis of Composite Materials
Institute of Environmental Geology and Geoengineering
2014-2025
National Research Council
2018-2025
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
2020
ABSTRACT This study presents a detailed 3D lithofacies model of the Upper Pleistocene–Holocene Tiber Depositional Sequence (TDS) within alluvial plain Rome, Italy, developed using an integrated approach. A deterministic framework was used to establish 1D constraints, while geostatistical algorithms, particularly indicator kriging, were employed reconstruct stacking patterns and interfingering systems tracts. methodology allows for realistic depiction depositional trends stratigraphic...
A 1:5,000 scale geological map and 31 cross-sections are presented for the surroundings of Amatrice village (central Apennines, Italy), epicentral area first damaging earthquake 2016–2017 seismic sequence. This detailed dataset focuses on: (i) extent, thickness, internal stratigraphic architecture Quaternary continental deposits; (ii) bedding thickness Miocene substratum; (iii) spatial distribution main fault systems. The provided would update available regional maps in deciphering...
Abstract. In 2012, the Emilia-Romagna region (Italy) was struck by a seismic crisis characterized two main shocks (ML 5.9 and 5.8) which triggered relevant liquefaction events. Terre del Reno is one of municipalities that experienced most extensive effects due to its complex geostratigraphic geomorphological setting. This area indeed located in floodplain lenticular fluvial channel bodies associated with crevasse levee clay–sand alternations, related paleo-Reno River. Therefore, it chosen as...
Rainstorm-induced landslides are a widespread geomorphological hazard that can lead to major emergencies, causing severe damage life and property. Due the extent of areas usually affected by these phenomena (up thousands km2) and/or their typical high areal density, in early stages emergency it be useful reconstruct comprehensive, albeit preliminary, overview landslides. With this aim, work we provide an outline occurred eastern part Emilia-Romagna region (northern Italy) after two...
The Campi Flegrei area, located in southern Italy, is characterized by complex geological stratigraphy and elevate seismic volcanic risks, exacerbated ongoing bradyseismic phenomena.This region, a densely populated context, poses significant challenges for hazard assessment due to its complexity, frequent activity the vulnerability of infrastructuresThe recently recorded swarms, including those 2023, further highlight need accurate subsurface characterization assess mitigate risks.In this...
In this study, we present the results of 76 Horizontal-to-Vertical Spectral Ratio (HVSR) measurements carried out near three active fault lineaments on eastern flank Mt. Etna (Santa Tecla-Linera, Fiandaca and Trecastagni). area, earthquakes are very shallow (within 2 km depth) produce surface fracturing deformations around identified emerging zones, even for moderate magnitude (Mw > 3.5), leading to widespread damage  buildings. Therefore, accurately identifying zones...
Abstract Nowadays, policies addressed to prevention and mitigation of seismic risk need a consolidated methodology finalised the assessment local response in explosive volcanic settings. The quantitative reconstruction subsoil model provides key instrument understand how geometry internal architecture outcropping buried geological units have influence on propagation waves. On this regard, we present multidisciplinary approach test area Stracciacappa maar (Sabatini Volcanic District, central...
Geological models are very useful tools for developing conceptual schemes owing to their capacity optimize the management of stratigraphic information. This is particularly true in areas where archaeological heritage exposed hydrogeological hazards; 3D can constitute first step toward construction numerical created understand processes and plan mitigation actions improve visitor safety preserve heritage. paper illustrates results a hydrostratigraphic model site Colosseum Central...
In this work, we investigate the possible causes of differential damaging observed in Visso village (central Apennines, about 28 km north from August 24th, 2016 Mw 6.0 earthquake epicenter). Following insights available geological cartography at 1:10.000 scale, a preliminary geophysical survey has been performed damaged area order to constrain geometries and extent subsoil lithotypes. Then, these results have used retrieve Vs profile close most heavily buildings. This latter as input for...
ABSTRACT This article focuses on the full exploitation of geological and economically viable geophysical surveys for seismic characterization shallow subsoil in frame microzonation studies urban areas where economic resources detailed response analyses are scarce. In these conditions, outcomes inexpensive (e.g., based ambient vibration monitoring or surface-wave prospecting) must be fully exploited. To reduce uncertainties related to kinds procedures, their joint interpretation light...
In this note the seismic microzonation of level 1 historic center Rome is presented. After a description subsoil model, which primarily defined in terms lithotypes and associated shear wave velocities, results ambient noise measurements are presented fundamental frequencies identified whole studied area. Finally, homogeneous microzones perspective described, relation to amplification slope instability, compared with damages from events.
The phenomenon of liquefaction is nowadays sufficiently understood in terms phenomenology and predisposing conditions. However, a better assessment risk necessary to mitigate its effects guide land-use planning choices, particularly the context post-earthquake reconstruction.This evidence comes from some recent events (e.g., New Zealand, 2010-2011; Emilia-Romagna 2012; Palu, 2018), which induced were, instances, considerably more severe than expected. This case Terre del Reno (Emilia-Romagna...
The study analyses the effects of two chemical agents – cement and fly ash in changing swelling potential strength parameters an expansive clay soil collected from Currila area city Durrës, Albania. results obtained show a significant reduction plasticity index, with addition 3% combination 3.5% 8% fly-ash for curing period 1, 24 48 hours. agglomerations formed after reaction additives, changed particle size plastic behaviour to silt high plasticity, compaction curve shifted bell-shaped one...
A first-order seismic characterization of Northern Apulia (Southern Italy) has been provided by considering geological information and outcomes a low-cost geophysical survey. In particular, 403 single-station ambient vibration measurements (HVSR techniques) distributed within the main settlements area have considered to extract representative patterns deduced Principal Component Analysis. The joint interpretation these pieces allows identification three domains (Gargano Promontory, Bradanic...
This study presents the results of a research project financed by Lazio Regional Government. The focused on defining an integrated model recent alluvial deposits in Tiber River. To achieve this objective, geological boreholes were made to monitor aquifer and situ laboratory tests carried out. data obtained used detail stratigraphic aspects improve comprehension water circulation beneath River urban area Rome, between Ponte Milvio bridge Island. intervals recognised parameterised based their...