Francesco Pillitteri 💻
Francesco Pillitteri

PhD Student

About Me

Francesco Pillitteri is a PhD student at IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca. He works on machine learning and optimization, exploring how smart algorithms can solve real-world problems.

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Interests
  • Numerical Optimization
  • Model Predictive Control
  • Machine Learning
Education
  • PhD Learning and Control

    Scuola IMT Alti Studi Lucca

  • MSc Automation and Control Engineering

    Politecnico di Milano

  • BSc Cibernetics Engineering

    Università degli Studi di Palermo

📚 My Research

I’m a PhD researcher exploring machine learning, optimization, and control. Much of my work focuses on differentiable programming and algorithms that bridge theory with practical applications.

Beyond research, I enjoy breaking down complex ideas, and experimenting with hands-on projects — from robotics and Arduino builds to fermentation science.

I’m always curious about collaborations that combine rigorous methods with creativity, so feel free to reach out