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With the PNRR Cascade Funding Calls, the University of Bologna offers the opportunity to access funding and strategic expertise to carry out research and development activities in all strategic sectors of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan
At the end of an extensive and collaborative revision process, the new text defining and regulating the organisation of the University of Bologna has been approved. The main changes include greater democracy and representativeness within the governing bodies, an emphasis on quality teaching thanks to the central role of the Departments, and a focus on public engagement and the social role of our University
This is certified by the new QS Sustainability 2024 ranking, which evaluates how universities tackle significant environmental, social and governance issues. The University of Bologna ranks 108th worldwide and 49th in Europe. This accomplishment precedes the introduction of the first Energy Plan of the University of Bologna, which envisages a €60 million investment to foster efficient energy use and improve social, economic and environmental sustainability
Three major studies published by Nature and promoted by the researchers of the Global Forest Biodiversity Initiative throw light on the role and functioning of forests at global level, among alien invasions, carbon dioxide absorption capacity and possible impacts of climate change
The University of Bologna, in collaboration with the Konrad-Adenauer Foundation, organises a meeting to promote awareness on research conducted by scholars from Ukraine who are currently carrying out their studies and research in Italy
The University of Bologna is actively participating in the United Nations' 16-day activism campaign, connecting 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, with 10 December, Human Rights Day. The programme includes performances, exhibitions, meetings, and the opening of a new university helpdesk against gender-based violence
The message of condolences from Rector Giovanni Molari to the entire University of Bologna community
Like other addictions such as gambling or alcoholism, workaholics don't necessarily experience greater pleasure during work; instead, they often carry a lingering negative emotional tone throughout the day. This is a condition that significantly impacts health, psychological well-being and relationships with family and friends
An extensive international and multidisciplinary research has analysed the evolutionary history of our feet, comparing their complex structure with that of our ancestors, highlighting the relevance of factors such as footwear type and lifestyle, and addressing the complex issue of 'flat feet'
The University of Bologna wholeheartedly joins the CRUI appeal and sends a warm message of support to students from war zones attending Italian universities, as well as to all academic communities involved in crisis areas
For the fourth year in a row, the Alma Mater has topped the prestigious university rankings at Italian level: the University of Bologna has improved its scores across all the main indicators which determine the ranking, moving up six places from 161st to 155th
The TESI project (Training and Education in Social Innovation), which was coordinated by the University of Bologna, initiated an innovative transnational network and implemented a strategy and action plan for the development of a joint Master in Social Innovation
The Research Night is back in Bologna, Cesena, Forlì, Ravenna and Faenza, Rimini and Ferrara, once again presented by SOCIETY, to bring the work of researchers to the public. This year, as well, the audience can actively participate in experiments, demonstrations, games, exhibitions, and workshops
In the run-up to the night dedicated to research (29 September), two upcoming series of events will make you reTHINK your knowledge: talks with professors and researchers, guided tours and short trekking tours to discover local science, history and technology
The agreement was signed this morning at the University and establishes a collaboration for scientific, educational and dissemination purposes. The aim is to promote the reconstruction and recovery of flooded areas and identify solutions that can address climate disasters, reduce their impact and appropriately deal with emergency situations