Research
Our research focuses on advancing the fields of Computer Vision, Image Processing, and Machine Learning, with particular emphasis on 3D Shape Modeling, Multi-modal Sensing, and Geometric Deep Learning. We develop innovative solutions for real-world applications including Face Recognition, DeepFake Detection, Human Body Modeling, and Space Situational Awareness.
3D Shape Modeling
Research on geometric modeling and analysis of 3D shapes.
- Geometric modeling of rigid and non-rigid 3D shapes
- Statistical and topological modeling
- Deep learning approaches for 3D reconstruction
- Human body modeling and reconstruction
DeepFake Detection
Cutting-edge research in digital media manipulation detection.
- Multi-modal deepfake detection
- Temporal analysis of manipulated videos
- Face forgery detection
- Robust detection methods
Space Situational Awareness
Advanced research in space object detection and tracking.
- Spacecraft pose estimation
- Space object tracking
- Multi-sensor fusion for space applications
- Deep learning for space imagery
Projects
Unsupervised Domain Adaptation for Spacecraft Pose Estimation
Research on domain adaptation techniques for spacecraft pose estimation.
Funding: LMO
Duration: 2024-2026
Budget: 300k€
DIOSSA (Phase 2) – Deep Learning-based In-orbit Space Situational Awareness
Research on advanced deep learning techniques for space situational awareness, focusing on spacecraft pose estimation and tracking.
Funding: ESA
Duration: 2024-2026
Budget: 700k€
Model Optimization for Satellite Pose Estimation
Research on optimization techniques for satellite pose estimation models.
Funding: Infinite Orbits (Industry)
Duration: 2024-2026
Budget: 112k€
AI4CC – HPC and Advanced AI For Crop Classification Using High Resolution Satellites
Development of AI and HPC solutions for crop classification using satellite imagery.
Funding: FNR (Joint HPC Call)
Duration: 2023-2025
Budget: 400k€
ENERGETIC – Next Generation Battery Management System Based On Data Rich Digital Twin
Development of advanced battery management systems using digital twin technology.
Funding: Horizon Europe
Duration: 2023-2026
Budget: 500k€
ROBOCOMP – Robotic Process Automation in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance
Implementation of robotic process automation for AML compliance procedures.
Funding: FNR (NCER)
Duration: 2023-2024
Budget: 180k€
AUREA – Autonomous Recognition of Foreign Assets
Development of autonomous systems for foreign asset recognition.
Funding: FNR (Joint Defence Call)
Duration: 2023-2026
Budget: 700k€
SPRING – Space Response to Risk & Integration with Ground segment
Research on space-based risk response and ground segment integration.
Funding: Subcontracting – EDF
Duration: 2023-2025
Budget: 200k€
ELITE – Deep Fake Detection Using Spatio-Temporal-Spectral Representations for Effective Learning
Advanced deep fake detection using multi-dimensional representations.
Funding: FNR (CORE)
Duration: 2022-2025
Budget: 750k€
DIOSSA (Phase 1) – Deep Learning-based In-orbit Space Situational Awareness
Initial phase of research on deep learning for space situational awareness.
Funding: ESA (LuxImpulse)
Duration: 2021-2023
Budget: 429k€
CASCADES – Deep Constrained Sequence modelling of CAD for reverse Engineering from 3d Scans
Development of deep learning models for CAD reverse engineering.
Funding: FNR Industrial Fellowship
Duration: 2021-2024
Budget: 184k€
FREE3D – Feature-based Reverse Engineering of 3D Scans
Research on feature-based approaches for 3D scan reverse engineering.
Funding: FNR BRIDGES (Industrial)
Duration: 2022-2025
Budget: 400k€
UNFAKE – Deep Fake Detection Using Spatio-Temporal-Spectral
Development of deep fake detection systems using multi-dimensional analysis.
Funding: FNR Industrial Fellowship
Duration: 2021-2024
Budget: 184k€
Zero-G Lab project
Research and development in zero gravity environments.
Funding: Ministry of Economy
Duration: 2021-2022
Budget: 180k€
FakeDeTeR – Deep Fake Detection Using Spatio-Temporal-Spectral Representations for Effective Learning
Advanced systems for detecting deep fakes using multiple analytical dimensions.
Funding: FNR BRIDGES (Industrial)
Duration: 2022-2025
Budget: 400k€
OBSERVE – On Board poSe Estimation of uncoopeRatiVe spacecraft through Ellipsoid modeling
Research on spacecraft pose estimation using ellipsoid modeling.
Funding: FNR Industrial Fellowship
Duration: 2021-2024
Budget: 184k€
Proving Digital Asset Integrity using DeepFake Detection
Research on verifying digital asset integrity through deepfake detection.
Funding: POST Telecom (Industry)
Duration: 2021-2024
Budget: 393k€
Skytrust – Authenticate Digital Assets Using Space Data
Development of methods to authenticate digital assets using space-derived data.
Funding: ESA
Duration: 2021-2022
Budget: 194k€
Remix Science: The Sound of Data
Project exploring the sonification of scientific data.
Funding: Esch 22
Duration: 2021-2022
Budget: 37k€
Research Facilities
SnT Space Zero-Gravity Lab
State-of-the-art facility for space-related research and testing, equipped with advanced imaging and sensing equipment.
Computer Vision Laboratory
Dedicated lab space for computer vision research, equipped with high-performance computing resources and specialized hardware.
