Dr. Gianfranco Bianco is an Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), USA, specializing in ocular biomechanics, biomedical imaging, and optical engineering 👁️⚙️. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Calabria, Italy and has conducted research at EPFL, Switzerland 🌍. His work focuses on glaucoma, myopia, and intraocular pressure studies, combining engineering and medical imaging 🏥📊. With high-impact publications, NIH-funded research, and innovative patents, Dr. Bianco is a leading expert in his field, making groundbreaking contributions to vision science and biomechanics 🚀🏆.
Assist. Prof. Dr Gianfranco Bianco, University of Alabama at Birmingham, United States
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Education 🎓
Dr. Gianfranco Bianco earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (2011) from the University of Calabria, Italy, specializing in digital imaging techniques for cultural heritage applications 🏛️📸. His research covered optical 3D reconstruction, multispectral imaging, and underwater imaging 🌊🔬. He also gained international experience at CNR-ISTI (Italy) and the Institute of Information Theory and Automation (Czech Republic) 🌍. Previously, he completed his M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (2007, cum laude) at the same university, conducting research at EPFL, Switzerland, on 3D-shape reconstruction and experimental mechanics ⚙️📊. His strong foundation in optical imaging and engineering fuels his groundbreaking research 🚀.
Experience 📚
Dr. Gianfranco Bianco has extensive teaching experience in mechanical engineering and optics 🏫🔬. He served as an Assistant Lecturer (2009, 2011, 2013) at the University of Calabria, Italy, where he taught Technical/Mechanical Drafting and CAD software (Autodesk, SolidWorks) ⚙️💻. Additionally, he worked as a High School Teacher (2009) at I.P.S.I.A., Italy, instructing students in Optics and Illumination 🔍💡. His expertise in computer-aided design and optical engineering has played a crucial role in training future engineers and researchers, bridging academia and industry for technological advancements 🚀.
Research Focus 🔍👁️
Dr. Gianfranco Bianco specializes in ocular biomechanics and biomedical imaging, focusing on glaucoma, myopia, and age-related ocular changes 👁️⚙️. His research explores the biomechanics of the sclera, optic nerve head (ONH), vitreous, and lens, aiming to improve diagnostics and treatment strategies for vision disorders 🩺📊. He also investigates vitreous-retina interface mechanics and histomorphometry, using advanced optical and biomechanical techniques 🔍. By integrating engineering and ophthalmology, his work enhances the understanding of ocular diseases and biomechanics, contributing to cutting-edge innovations in vision science and eye health 🚀🏆.
Honors and Awards 🏆
Dr. Gianfranco Bianco has received prestigious awards and research grants for his groundbreaking contributions to ocular biomechanics and biomedical imaging 🔬👁️. He secured the NIH-R21 Grant ($428,850, 2023-2025) for research on scleral biomechanics in glaucoma 🩺📊 and the UAB Visual Science Research Center Pilot Grant ($25,000, 2020) for studying age-related changes in vitreous humor. His Best Paper Award (2010, Euromed Conference) recognized his work on multispectral image enhancement for ancient document analysis 📜📸. Additionally, he earned the Walter Abramo Regional Degree Award (2008) for excellence in mechanical engineering ⚙️🚀.
Research Experience 🔬
Dr. Gianfranco Bianco has an extensive research background in ocular biomechanics, biomedical imaging, and 3D optical techniques 🏥📊. As an Assistant Professor (2024-present) at UAB, USA, he studies sclera-vitreous biomechanics, intraocular pressure, and soft tissue mechanics 👓🔍. Previously, he served as Scientist I (2019-2024) and Research Associate (2015-2018), advancing glaucoma and myopia diagnostics 🩺. His postdoctoral work explored underwater imaging, 3D reconstruction, and optical calibration 🌊📸. With expertise spanning biomedical engineering, ophthalmology, and computer vision, his multidisciplinary contributions are shaping the future of vision science and biomechanics 🚀🏆.
Publications 📄
📌 Title: “Experimentation of Structured Light and Stereo Vision for Underwater 3D Reconstruction” 🌊📸
👨💻 Authors: F. Bruno, G. Bianco, M. Muzzupappa, S. Barone, A.V. Razionale
📚 Journal: ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (Citations: 298, 2011)
📌 Title: “A Comparative Analysis Between Active and Passive Techniques for Underwater 3D Reconstruction of Close-Range Objects” 📏🌊
👨💻 Authors: G. Bianco, A. Gallo, F. Bruno, M. Muzzupappa
📚 Journal: Sensors (Citations: 125, 2013)
📌 Title: “A New Color Correction Method for Underwater Imaging” 🎨📷
👨💻 Authors: G. Bianco, M. Muzzupappa, F. Bruno, R. Garcia, L. Neumann
📚 Journal: The International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences (Citations: 112, 2015)
📌 Title: “An Alignment Method for the Integration of Underwater 3D Data Captured by a Stereovision System and an Acoustic Camera” 🎯🌊
👨💻 Authors: A. Lagudi, G. Bianco, M. Muzzupappa, F. Bruno
📚 Journal: Sensors (Citations: 48, 2016)
📌 Title: “Registration and Enhancement of Double-Sided Degraded Manuscripts Acquired in Multispectral Modality” 📜🔍
👨💻 Authors: A. Tonazzini, G. Bianco, E. Salerno
📚 Journal: 10th International Conference on Document Analysis and Recognition (ICDAR) (Citations: 34, 2009)
Dr. Gianfranco Bianco’s highly cited research in 3D imaging, underwater reconstruction, and multispectral imaging has made a significant impact on computer vision and photogrammetry 🚀🏆.