Prof. Dr. Antonello Astarita has been an Associate Professor of Manufacturing (permanent position) at the University of Naples “Federico II” since December 2020. He received his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, his master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering for Design and Manufacturing, and his Ph.D. in Manufacturing (Tecnologie e Sistemi di Lavorazione) at the University of Naples “Federico II” in 2006, 2009, and 2013, respectively. His research interests include mechanical properties, the mechanical behavior of materials, microstructures, mechanical testing, material characterization, advanced materials, materials processing, materials, materials testing, and material characteristics.