Unibo Magazine

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Towards good science: rethinking the fundamentals of research

Reliability, transparency and reproducibility, but also interdisciplinarity, ethics and academic freedom: the University of Bologna is promoting a trilogy of events to rediscover the fundamental principles of scientific research in the face of increasing specialisation and the technological advances resulting from it

Three meetings to reflect on the destiny of the West

Gianfranco Ravasi, Massimo Cacciari, Ivano Dionigi: the three protagonists of the evening events at the Basilica of San Petronio, for the event organised by the University of Bologna Study Centre ‘La Permanenza del Classico’ together with the Archdiocese of Bologna

Jacinda Arden at the Inauguration of the 936th Academic Year of the University of Bologna

The former Prime Minister of New Zealand gave a lecture on leadership in times of crisis, focusing on the impact of climate change, inequality, technological revolution, global conflicts, the proliferation of nuclear weapons, and the threat of pandemics. The Rector then presented her with the University Sigillum Magnum, the University of Bologna's highest honour

Body donation to science, an exhibition in Bologna

“Il primo paziente. La donazione del corpo alla scienza in graphic novel” (The first patient. The Donation of the body to science in graphic novel) is the title of the exhibition organised at the 'Luigi Cattaneo' Anatomical Wax Collection. The aim is of raising awareness of a delicate and important subject, for the first time addressed in an illustrated book, from which the exhibition organised at the University takes its inspiration

"Beyond Space, Beyond Time. The Dream of Ulisse Aldrovandi" Lands in Rome

The exhibition dedicated to the great naturalist, organized by the University Museum System and the Golinelli Foundation, following its showcase in Bologna, is now heading to Rome. A journey through time, between the past and future scenarios: artworks, artifacts, and objects from the museum collections of both Bologna and Rome, along with immersive and interactive technical-scientific exhibits, will serve as tools for contemplating humanity's progress

A musical break at Palazzo Poggi

A journey into the universe of chamber music, featuring classical pieces and unusual listening experiences, with five lunchtime appointments

Precision Irrigation thanks to Artificial Intelligence

This technology, patented at the University of Bologna, allows for the development of an irrigation system that maintains an optimal degree of moisture in agricultural soils. Field trials have shown a water saving of 41%, between June and October

Innovation in Education: the FEDORA Project Stands Out in Europe

Coordinated by the University of Bologna, the project was mentioned by CORDIS - The Community Research and Development Information Service - as one of the most effective in proposing a future-oriented educational paradigm suitable for the rapid transformations of the present