Research
I am a Post-Doctoral Researcher in Information Engineering at the University of Padova, where I recently completed my Ph.D. in 2026. My academic background includes a B.Sc. in Information Engineering and an M.Sc. in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Padova, as well as a Double Degree M.Sc. in Communication Engineering from National Taiwan University.
My research focuses on non-terrestrial networks (NTNs) and 5G/6G wireless systems, with emphasis on integrated satellite–terrestrial architectures, mobility-aware resource allocation, and network optimization for next-generation communication systems.
5G/6G Network Optimization
System-level modeling, simulation, and full-stack protocol design to optimize next-generation 5G and 6G wireless networks.
Non-Terrestrial Networks
Integrated satellite–terrestrial architectures and IoT over non-terrestrial networks (IoT-NTN) for resilient global connectivity.
Resilient & Ubiquitous Connectivity
Integrated Access and Backhaul (IAB), edge, and relaying solutions that bring reliable coverage to remote and challenging environments.
Publications
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M. Figaro, F. Rossato, M. Giordani, A. Traspadini, T. Shimizu, C. Mahabal, et al. "5G NR non-terrestrial networks: from early results to the road ahead." npj Wireless Technology, 2026.
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A. Traspadini, M. Pagin, R. Ihamouine, R. Lucas, A. Noren, M. Zorzi, et al. "End-to-End Simulation of 5G NR Integrated Access and Backhaul Networks for Remote Maritime Connectivity." IEEE Transactions on Communications, 2026.
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A. Traspadini, M. Zorzi, M. Giordani. "Performance Evaluation of LoRa for IoT Applications in Non-Terrestrial Networks via ns-3." IEEE GLOBECOM, 2025.
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A. Traspadini, A. A. Deshpande, M. Giordani, C. Mahabal, T. Shimizu, M. Zorzi. "Sensing-Based Beamformed Resource Allocation in Standalone Millimeter-Wave Vehicular Networks." IEEE ICC, 2025.
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A. Bonora, A. Traspadini, M. Giordani, M. Zorzi. "Performance Evaluation of Satellite-Based Data Offloading on Starlink Constellations." IEEE WCNC, 2025.
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A. Traspadini, M. Giordani, M. Zorzi. "Enhanced Time Division Duplexing Slot Allocation and Scheduling in Non-Terrestrial Networks." 58th Asilomar Conference on Signals, Systems, and Computers, 2024.
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S. Baldoni, F. Battisti, F. Chiariotti, F. Mistrorigo, A. B. Shofi, P. Testolina, A. Traspadini, A. Zanella, M. Zorzi. "QuestSet: A VR Dataset for Network and Quality of Experience Studies." ACM MMSys, 2024.
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A. Traspadini, M. Giordani, G. Giambene, T. De Cola, M. Zorzi. "On the Energy Consumption of UAV Edge Computing in Non-Terrestrial Networks." 57th Asilomar Conference on Signals, Systems, and Computers, 2023.
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A. Traspadini, M. Giordani, G. Giambene, M. Zorzi. "Real-Time HAP-Assisted Vehicular Edge Computing for Rural Areas." IEEE Wireless Communications Letters, 12(4):674-678, 2023.
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D. Wang, A. Traspadini, M. Giordani, M.-S. Alouini, M. Zorzi. "On the Performance of Non-Terrestrial Networks to Support the Internet of Things." 56th Asilomar Conference on Signals, Systems, and Computers, 2022.
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A. Traspadini, M. Giordani, M. Zorzi. "UAV/HAP-Assisted Vehicular Edge Computing in 6G: Where and What to Offload?" EuCNC/6G Summit, 2022.
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P. Testolina, M. Lecci, A. Traspadini, M. Zorzi. "An Open Framework to Model Diffraction by Dynamic Blockers in Millimeter Wave Simulations." MedComNet, 2022.
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Education
Ph.D. in Information Engineering
University of Padova
Dissertation: "Analysis, Design and Optimization of Non-Terrestrial Networks for 6G." Advisor: Prof. Michele Zorzi.
M.Sc. in ICT for Internet and Multimedia — Telecommunications
University of Padova
Thesis: "Scheduling for MU-MIMO using hybrid analog and digital beamforming based on DPC." Supervisors: Prof. Michele Zorzi, Prof. Hsuan-Jung Su.
Double Degree M.Sc. in Communication Engineering
National Taiwan University
Graduate Institute of Communication Engineering — joint program with the University of Padova.
B.Sc. in Information Engineering
University of Padova
Thesis: "Control of a self-balancing robot." Supervisor: Prof. Mauro Bisiacco.
Contact
Open to collaborations and research discussions. Reach me at traspadini@dei.unipd.it or use the form below.