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Research areas

Research areas

A journey through the areas, projects and research groups where new knowledge is born and developed. Discover the research and scientific innovation activities of the department’s researchers.

Innovation and Research

RedAI among the finalists of Start Cup Emilia-Romagna 2025

Innovation and Research

RedAI among the finalists of Start Cup Emilia-Romagna 2025

Our finalist startup proposes an innovative system that uses a smartphone to analyse eye health, combining optics and artificial intelligence non-invasively.

IDEA Alma Mater
The call for Great-ER is open!

Innovation and Research

The call for Great-ER is open!

Participate in "Growing and Empowering Advanced Technologies in Emilia-Romagna," a free advanced incubation program for startups and deep tech research spin-offs. Apply by 11 October.

Notte dei Ricercatori
Waiting for European Researchers' Night 2024: guided tours and AperiScienza

Innovation and Research

Waiting for European Researchers' Night 2024: guided tours and AperiScienza

From 28 August to 27 September, in the run-up to the night dedicated to research, the city comes alive with numerous initiatives to promote science and culture. Discover the programme.

6th Physical Sensing and Processing summer school

Innovation and Research

6th Physical Sensing and Processing summer school

Registrations opened - deadline 30th June

News

University

The Department’s degree programmes for the 2026/27 academic year are now online

Discover what’s new, explore the contents and objectives in depth, assess the opportunities, and choose the path that best aligns with your interests and professional goals.

Hidden Variables. Women in Physics Beyond the Footnote.

Meetings and Initiatives

Hidden Variables. Women in Physics Beyond the Footnote.

An exhibition dedicated to the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

University

TechForward Student Program Ed.2

Higher education for master's students to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. Free of charge. Presentation webinar: January 23, 2026, 12:00-1:00. Learn more.

University

Phd Recruiting Day

On 10 February, take part in the event where public bodies and companies meet PhD holders to present job opportunities that match the skills they have acquired.