ZJU professor Paolo Vincenzo Genovese awarded Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy

Professor Paolo Vincenzo Genovese, a Qiushi Distinguished Professor at Zhejiang University, has been awarded the Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy (Ordine della Stella d’Italia, OSI) by the Italian Republic.

The Order of the Star of Italy is one of the highest distinctions bestowed by the Italian government. It recognizes Italian expatriates and foreign nationals who have made extraordinary contributions to promoting friendly relations and cooperation between Italy and other countries across various fields, including culture, education, science, technology, and the economy.

Since joining Zhejiang University in 2021, Professor Genovese has focused his teaching and research on the preservation and restoration of architectural heritage. He has pioneered a new paradigm in the intelligent restoration of historical sites by combining traditional Chinese and Italian architectural cultures with cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

In addition to his academic achievements, Professor Genovese has actively engaged in China's rural revitalization initiatives. He has been a key driver of academic and cultural exchanges between China and Italy, fostering collaboration in higher education and scientific research. His efforts have significantly strengthened the ties of friendship and mutual understanding between the two nations.

This honor not only recognizes Professor Genovese’s outstanding academic contributions and international influence but also underscores the vital role of academic and cultural exchange in fostering international cooperation.

Adapted and translated from the article written by LIN Qingjie
Translator: JIANG Chenqi ('27, Structural Engineering)
Editor: JIANG Chenqi, DING Chenwei