About
Alessandro is a Senior Applied Scientist specializing in Speech and Language technologies. With roles at Microsoft and Amazon Alexa, he has made significant contributions in natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning. At Microsoft, he is currently involved in cutting-edge research in speech recognition and sign language detection. At Amazon Alexa, he led the development of NLP AI models, reducing customer friction and deploying innovative benchmarks. With a PhD in Astrophysics a background in Bayesian statistics and machine learning, Alessandro has a track record of impactful research projects and graduate-level teaching experience.