My research on Bologna’s urban transformations examines how city branding and planning shape the stories told about a city. In my publication on the Bolognina neighborhood, I analyzed municipal and local press narratives alongside counter-narratives from activists.
I used census data and word-frequency analysis, as well as content and visual analysis, to study these competing accounts. My work also examines how urban imaginaries contribute to selective visibility and the transformation of the city.
I have a PhD in Political Science from University of Pisa and a background in Sociology and Social Research from University of Bologna. My research training includes mixed-methods design, survey development, data management, and international fieldwork.
