Emilia Vasanelli

Emilia Vasanelli

Researcher

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emilia.vasanelli@cnr.it

Professional profile

Materials Characterization Specialist | Non-Destructive Testing Expert | Structural Diagnostics Researcher | Heritage Conservation Specialist | Sustainable Materials Developer | Architectural Restoration Scientist

The research focuses on the study of the physical and mechanical properties, durability, and degradation processes of stone materials used in architectural heritage and in structural consolidation and restoration systems. Particular attention is devoted to the use of non-destructive or minimally invasive techniques (ultrasonic testing, micro-drilling, rebound hammer and penetration tests) for the mechanical characterization of both natural and artificial stone materials, with the development of innovative protocols, methodologies, and data analysis techniques. These approaches are also applied to assess material degradation and aging, both in laboratory and on-site. In parallel, extensive research is carried out on the development and characterization of innovative and eco-sustainable materials, such as geopolymers, for the structural recovery and consolidation of architectural heritage.

CNR Disciplinary Fields and Research Management Sectors

  • PE8_3 Civil engineering, architecture, offshore construction, lightweight construction, geotechnics
  • SH8_6 Architecture, design, craft, heritage, knowledge, conservation, creative industries
  • SH8_1 Science and Technologies for Cultural Heritage

Groups & Labs CNR ISPC

Heritage Materials Science Lab →
Heritage Conservation Lab →

Publications

CNR IRIS platform →
ORCID →

Highlight

Vasanelli, E., Colangiuli, D., Calia, A., Sileo, M., & Aiello, M. A. (2015). Ultrasonic pulse velocity for the evaluation of physical and mechanical properties of a highly porous building limestone. Ultrasonics, 60, 33-40. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ultras.2015.02.010

Vasanelli, E., Micelli, F., Colangiuli, D., Calia, A., & Aiello, M. A. (2020). A non destructive testing method for masonry by using UPV and cross validation procedure. Materials and Structures, 53(6), 134. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1617/s11527-020-01568-8

Vasanelli, E., Calò, S., Leone, M., & Aiello, M. A. (2025). Effect of content, gradation, and saturation of expanded waste glass aggregates on physical and mechanical properties of a fly-ash geopolymeric mortar. Construction and Building Materials, 499, 144111. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2025.144111

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