Where: Main hall

When: Monday Jan 26 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

The main aim of this session is to offer a quick and partial overview of the most recent and impactful initiatives in which Italian researchers and institutions in Multimedia Signal Processing play a leading role. By showcasing ongoing collaborations, key research outcomes, and strategic directions within EU programmes, the session highlights how the Italian MMSP community contributes to advancing innovation, fostering interdisciplinary exchanges, and strengthening Europe’s technological competitiveness. It also provides a valuable opportunity to connect, share experiences, and explore new avenues for cooperation in future European calls.

Session chair: Prof. M.Marcon (Politecnico di Milano) 

The IntelliSwarm project: Satellite imaging swarms with distributed onboard intelligence

Prof. E.Magli (Politecnico di Torino)

This talk will introduce IntelliSwarm - an ERC Advanced Grant project set to start in March 2026. The project addresses AI for satellite-based Earth observation, with activities ranging from computer vision to distributed signal processing and to new architectures for edge AI.

HEAT: Hybrid Extended reAliTy

Prof. F.Battisti (Università degli Studi di Padova)

Extended reality (XR) technologies offer numerous benefits, ranging from enhanced education solutions to innovative entertainment options. However, most XR technologies are still in their early stages and remain inaccessible to many people. The EU-funded HEAT project aims to revolutionise XR technology by addressing current challenges and paving the way for next-generation distributed experiences. The project will use hybrid XR technologies, including social virtual reality, point cloud/holographic imaging, and multi-sensorial media, to enable context-aware embodied telepresence experiences. Additionally, it aims to employ new AI-based volumetric data acquisition techniques to enhance performance and reduce costs.

Virtual Reality Meets Real-World Readiness: The B-prepared Project

Prof. P.Zontone Università degli Studi di Genova), Dr. Z.Székely (SFC Nonprofit Ltd.)

The EU funded B‑prepared project aims to redefine disaster-preparedness training through a suite of four integrated products that combine immersive technologies, data‑driven assessment, and user‑centric design. This talk will provide an overview of the project’s overall vision and architecture, outlining how its components work together to enhance readiness across diverse operational contexts. A particular focus will be placed on VR‑prepared, the Virtual Reality‑based training environment designed to expose users to realistic, controlled, and repeatable scenarios. The presentation will delve into the conceptual foundations of VR‑prepared and discuss how immersive interaction is leveraged to simulate complex real‑world conditions safely and effectively. Additionally, we will present the system for acquiring and analyzing biological signals collected from participants during gameplay, such as physiological indicators of stress, engagement, and cognitive load, to enable objective evaluation and adaptive training strategies. Through these elements, the talk showcases how B‑prepared bridges immersive simulation with measurable human responses, paving the way for more robust, evidence‑based readiness training solutions.