# Antonio Iossa

> Italian computer scientist

**Wikidata**: [Q112582622](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q112582622)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/antonio-iossa

## Summary
Antonio Iossa is an Italian computer scientist and male human known for his work in the field of computer science. He is affiliated with the University of Salerno, where he serves as an employee and researcher. His professional identity is defined by his contributions to the theoretical foundations of information and computation within the academic sector.

## Biography
*   **Born**: [Date and place not provided in source material]
*   **Nationality**: Italy
*   **Education**: [Not provided in source material]
*   **Known for**: Practicing and studying computer science
*   **Employer(s)**: University of Salerno
*   **Field(s)**: Computer Science (Industrial sector, Service sector)
*   **Gender**: Male
*   **Work Location**: Salerno

## Contributions
Based on the provided structured data, Antonio Iossa is active in the field of computer science. While specific publications or projects are not detailed in the source text, his professional classification places him among those who focus on the theoretical foundations of information and computation. As a professional in this field, his work contributes to the design of computational systems and the advancement of technology within the industrial and service sectors. His specific academic output is tracked under the Scopus Author ID 56699925100 and the IRIS Unisa Author ID 53181.

## FAQs

**What is Antonio Iossa's professional occupation?**
Antonio Iossa is a computer scientist. This profession involves studying or practicing computer science, with a focus on the theoretical foundations of information and the design of computational systems.

**Where does Antonio Iossa work?**
He is employed at the University of Salerno. His work location is listed as Salerno, corresponding with his affiliation with the university.

**What is Antonio Iossa's nationality?**
He is a citizen of Italy.

**What distinguishes his profession from other scientific roles?**
As a computer scientist, he is distinguished from a "computational scientist." While computer scientists focus on the theory of computation and the design of systems, computational scientists typically apply computational methods to other scientific disciplines.

## Why They Matter
Antonio Iossa represents the critical role of the academic computer scientist. Professionals in this field are responsible for the theoretical underpinnings that make modern digital tools possible. By working within the University of Salerno system, Iossa contributes to the scientific basis for software, systems, and networks. Unlike technology professionals who may solely apply existing tools, computer scientists like Iossa engage with the theory of computation, helping to solve complex problems and push the boundaries of what is computationally feasible. His work supports the advancement of the industrial and service sectors which rely heavily on the innovations generated by computer science researchers.

## Notable For
*   **Academic Affiliation**: Serving as an employee and researcher at the University of Salerno.
*   **Professional Classification**: Being recognized internationally as a computer scientist (ISCO-08 code 2511).
*   **Theoretical Focus**: Membership in a profession dedicated to the theoretical foundations of information and computation, distinct from computational science.
*   **Author Identifiers**: Holding specific academic identifiers, including Scopus Author ID 56699925100 and IRIS Unisa Author ID 53181.

## Body

### Identity and Background
Antonio Iossa is identified as a male human and a citizen of Italy. His primary professional identity is that of a computer scientist, a role defined by the study and practice of computer science. He is associated with the academic and research community in Italy.

### Professional Role and Definition
As a computer scientist, Antonio Iossa belongs to a profession classified under the International Standard Classification of Occupations (ISCO-08) code 2511. This occupation is a subclass of scientist, technology specialist, systems analyst, and computer expert.

The scope of his profession involves:
*   **Focus**: Theoretical foundations of information and computation.
*   **Output**: The design of computational systems.
*   **Distinction**: The role is explicitly different from that of a computational scientist, focusing on the science of computing itself rather than the application of computing to other sciences.
*   **Context**: The profession operates within the industrial and service sectors.

### Affiliation with University of Salerno
Antonio Iossa is professionally affiliated with the **University of Salerno** (Università degli Studi di Salerno). This institution is listed as his employer, and his work location is specified as Salerno. This affiliation places him within the academic sector, where computer scientists often engage in teaching and research. His specific author profile within the university's system is tracked under the IRIS Unisa Author ID 53181.

### Academic and Research Identifiers
His work and citation history are tracked through specific academic repositories:
*   **Scopus Author ID**: 56699925100
*   **IRIS Unisa Author ID**: 53181

These identifiers serve as unique reference points for his scholarly contributions within the global scientific community.

## References

1. Scopus
2. Archivio della ricerca dell'Università degli Studi di Salerno