Mr. Andrea Piccolo | Engineering | Best Researcher Award
Project Officer, European Commission’s Joint Research Centre, Italy ✨
Andrea Piccolo is a dedicated Science for Policy Researcher at the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre, contributing to Galileo satellite navigation projects. With a robust background in telecommunications engineering, he has played key roles in GNSS security, receiver design, and space service volume applications. His expertise spans spaceborne receiver development, signal processing, and navigation systems, shaping the future of satellite navigation.
Profile
Education 🎓
Andrea Piccolo earned his MSc in Telecommunications Engineering with a focus on Digital Signal Processing and Remote Sensing from Politecnico of Milan (2014) and his BSc in Telecommunications Engineering from Università degli Studi del Sannio (2011). His academic journey laid the foundation for his expertise in GNSS technology, satellite navigation, and space applications.
Experience 🚀
Andrea has an extensive career in satellite navigation and GNSS systems, working with Thales Alenia Space Italy and the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre. He has contributed to projects like Galileo, Moonlight LCNS, and NEOSAT, leading receiver design, GNSS signal processing, and performance evaluation. His work focuses on EU space programs, secure satellite communication, and spaceborne receiver innovations.
Research Interests 🔬
Andrea specializes in GNSS security, satellite navigation, signal processing, and in-orbit validation. His research contributes to interference monitoring, onboard orbit determination, and GNSS test bench calibration for space applications. His expertise enhances global navigation systems and future space-based positioning technologies.
Awards & Recognitions 🏆
Andrea’s contributions to GNSS and satellite navigation research have been widely recognized. His work on LEO-PNT, Galileo receivers, and GNSS security has earned him accolades in the European space industry. His involvement in EU-funded projects and international technical forums highlights his impact on global satellite navigation advancements.
Publications 📚
[2025] Interference Monitoring from Low Earth Orbit: The OPS-SAT Experiment – Eng. Proc. 2025, 88, 8
[2025] Robust Precise on Board Orbit Determination Exploiting T-RAIM for LEO-PNT – International Technical Meeting of The Institute of Navigation
[2024] Design and Testing of NewSpace Galileo Receiver for LEO Precise Onboard Orbit Determination – ION GNSS+ 2024
[2024] GNSS Test Bench Calibration for Space Service Volume Applications – MetroAeroSpace 2024
[2024] Interference Monitoring from Low Earth Orbit: The OPS-SAT Experiment – Eng. Proc. 2024
Conclusion 🏆
Based on his research achievements, contributions to GNSS security, and international recognition, Andrea Piccolo is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work is highly relevant to global satellite navigation advancements, making him a valuable asset to the research community. With further interdisciplinary collaborations and leadership in mentorship, his impact can be even greater in the future.