My research in space economy focuses on the strategic analysis of emerging commercial opportunities in the space sector, with particular emphasis on the economic viability and business models for private sector participation in space infrastructure development.

Research Focus

My work in this domain centers on:

• Lunar Resource Economics: Economic analysis of extracting and utilizing lunar resources, particularly water ice for propellant production
• In-Orbit Infrastructure: Business case development for in-space transportation, storage, and distribution systems
• Commercial Space Markets: Strategic assessment of market opportunities for non-space companies in lunar infrastructure
• Economic Modeling: Quantitative frameworks for evaluating the commercial viability of space-based ventures

Key Contributions

I have collaborated with leading institutions including the Space Economy Evolution Lab at SDA Bocconi and the Sapienza University of Rome to develop comprehensive technical and economic analyses that inform strategic decision-making for both public and private sector stakeholders.

My research addresses critical questions such as:

• The economic feasibility of moon mining operations for in-orbit refueling
• Market opportunities for terrestrial companies in space infrastructure
• Business models that can make space ventures commercially sustainable
• Strategic partnerships and technological synergies in the space economy

Publications

You can find my space economy publications in the publications section, including work published in New Space and Acta Astronautica.

Presentations

I have presented this research at major international conferences including:

• New Space Economy ExpoForum (Rome, 2023)
• Space Resources Week (Luxembourg, 2021)
• SDA Bocconi Space Economy Workshop (2019)

For more details on specific presentations, please visit the presentations and lectures section.