Summary
My name is Lorenzo Martinelli, and i come from Italy.
During my years at EPFL, I developed a passion for applied scientific research, which involved a mix of hands-on work, data analysis, and interpretation.
I am passionate about leveraging technology and data analysis methods to address societal and environmental challenges.
Professional experiences
Data scientist
METEOSUISSE
From March 2024 to September 2024
Study of the urban canopy effect on UV exposure over the municipality of Lausanne;
calculation of shadowing and sky view factors using Python (PyQgis, Pandas, scikit-learn), QGIS, and UMEP
plugin, enhancing understanding of UV radiation impact for future epidemiologic studies.
Experimental physicist
EPFL - ECOLE POLYTECHNIQUE FEDERALE DE LAUSANNE - Temporary contract
From November 2018 to October 2023

○ Collaboration on the design, implementation, and testing of optical spectroscopy system hardware
upgrades, leading to increased spatial coverage and spectral resolution;
- Upgrade of instrumentation control and acquisition systems, improving acquisition settings
optimization and reducing crashes during experimental operations;
- Leadership of internal experimental campaigns, coordinating a team of scientists;
- Development of novel data analysis techniques for plasma ion temperature measurements with
results and methodology published in a scientific journal;
○ Data acquisition and analysis for international experimental campaigns within EuroFusion;
○ Teaching and supervising Master’s theses; contributing as a teaching assistant.
Degree
Languages
Italien - Langue maternelle
Français - Courant
Anglais - Courant
Espagnol - Technique