Alessandro De Gaspari is currently associate professor at the Department of Aerospace Science and Technology of Politecnico di Milano, where he took his MS degree in Aerospace Engineering with a thesis titled: “Active aeroelastic control over a multi-surface wing: modelling and wind tunnel testing”. He was awarded of his PhD with merit in Aerospace Engineering, with a dissertation titled: “A two levels approach for the optimal design of morphing wings based on compliant structures”. He is currently lecturing in 'Elements of Aerospace Engineering 1' and 'Methods for the Aerospace Vehicles Design Optimization'.

His research focuses on developing advanced methodologies for the design, analysis, and testing of next-generation aircraft. These methodologies address the challenges of strong multi-disciplinary interactions, with emphasis on fluid-structure interaction, while exploring innovative structural concepts that leverage flexibility to enhance aerospace vehicle performance. They can be combined with the use of specific, cutting-edge technologies, such as morphing devices and active control systems, considering multiple aspects ranging from structural dynamics and large-bandwidth actuation to design optimization and aeroelasticity.