Dr. Francesco Dell'Aira
Post Doctoral Fellow
About Dr. Francesco Dell'Aira
Dr. Francesco Dell'Aira, originally from the historic coastal city of Siracusa, Sicily, has joined the UofM Graduate School. Before joining the UofM Graduate School, he earned a Master’s degree in Water and Transportation Civil Engineering from the University of Catania in Italy. Dr. Dell'Aira’s journey from Sicily to Memphis reflects his dedication to academic excellence and his passion for advancing the field of civil engineering.Dr. Francesco Dell’Aira’s academic journey into hydrology began while working on his Master’s dissertation, which focused on optimizing water distribution infrastructure. His passion for the field was ignited further when he learned about the opportunity to work on a TDOT-funded project concerning urban flooding at the University of Memphis (UofM). This exposure deepened his understanding of water resources engineering and solidified his decision to pursue a PhD at UofM, concentrating on engineering hydrology. Dr. Dell’Aira is captivated by the complexities of hydrology, calling it one of the most compelling fields in water resources engineering.