About Alan Crivellaro
I am a wood scientist and professor at the University of Torino (Italy). My research explores wood anatomy, ecology, and conservation, linking plant biology, dendrochronology, and cultural heritage studies. I’m interested in how wood structure reveals growth conditions, species identity, and material history, from living trees to ancient objects.
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Standing up, speaking up, and saying one thing: a small experiment in scientific communication
A few days ago, I took part in a series of presentations organised around a common scientific theme at a prestigious research institution in my city. The format was familiar: about 30 attendees, six speakers, each with roughly 10–12 minutes to present their work.
