Celina Anael Farias

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Bio

I am Celina Anael Farías, a professional in the field of Geology with a solid foundation in Remote Sensing. My professional journey began at the National University of Córdoba, Argentina, where I earned my degree in Geology. From the very early stages of my academic career, I engaged in various research initiatives on Earth Observation, including internships at the Argentinian Space Agency (CONAE) and the National Research Council of Italy (CNR), the latter supported by a scholarship from the Italian Space Agency (ASI) and the University of Pavia. My previous work has focused on subsidence detection and monitoring using InSAR techniques, as well as deformation time-series analysis through statistical approaches.

Current Role

Currently, I serve as a student in the National PhD in Earth Observation (DNOT) program at Sapienza University of Rome. My PhD scholarship is encompassed in the framework of the IRIDE project, and my research project is to explore the potential of satellite Earth Observation (EO) technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms to advance sustainable water resources management and conduct comprehensive risk assessments.

Areas of Expertise

My expertise lies in several key areas of Earth Observation, including InSAR processing, time series analysis, and multispectral image analysis. My remote sensing background combined with my geology foundation provides me with both advanced skills in satellite data processing and a solid understanding of Earth systems, ensuring accurate interpretation and analysis of results. I can contribute to ESA Φ-lab CIN by developing innovative approaches that integrate satellite data and Artificial Intelligence for monitoring hydrogeological processes, with the broader goal of promoting the sustainable use of water resources and effective risk management.

Vision for the Future

Driven by the awareness that water resources have been poorly managed for many years, and that access to clean freshwater is becoming increasingly limited, I am committed to contributing to their preservation by developing innovative satellite-based tools and algorithms that can enhance water resources management and support resilience to hydrogeological risks. With my PhD research, I will aim to make a contribution to the sustainability of this vital resource for life.