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Two photographic reproductions of the allegories of Vices and Virtues, made by Carlo Naya in 1865, are on display at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum as part of the exhibition dedicated to the great French writer
The pontiff was awarded the Sigillum Magnum of the University on 1 October 2017, during his visit to Bologna
A survey of more than 800 employees across 186 small and medium-sized Italian family businesses reveals that discriminatory practices not only put internal talent at a disadvantage but also undermine long-term competitiveness
Researchers from the University of Bologna have identified a series of visual codes with associative, repeated, and interconnected rules by analysing images and figurative objects made over ten thousand years ago by societies spread across present-day Türkiye and northern Syria
The researcher from the University of Bologna was awarded by the Italian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology for MultifacetedProtDB, the largest database of multifunctional human proteins
Social interactions can become a central element in strengthening interpersonal connections, improving the quality of life of the elderly and reducing isolation. This approach influences important biological mechanisms for healthy and active ageing, contributing to reducing social and health costs
Accidentally found by a researcher from the University of Bologna, it was named Leprocaulon inexpectatum to emphasise the surprise of the discovery of a new species in one of the most polluted areas of Europe
Thanks to advanced machine learning models, the new GrAiCE dataset offers an accurate reconstruction of variations in freshwater reserves, highlighting the impact of extreme weather events on water resources
Forecasts for 2025 indicate a decrease in cancer mortality rates in the European Union, with an estimated reduction of around 3.5% in men and 1.2% in women. A positive trend is also expected for breast cancer, with the exception of women over the age of eighty. For this group, the increase in mortality may be linked to limited access to regular screening, delayed diagnoses, and lower uptake of innovative treatments
The international festival of orchestras and choirs, organised every spring by the Collegium Musicum, begins
Only one in five native plants survives in areas threatened by human activity. An international study of 5500 sites around the world reveals the invisible loss of nature
A multi-taxonomic analysis that considered 151 different species of small mammals, reptiles, birds, beetles, and lichens offers an overview of the situation, revealing potential threats to biodiversity in a sensitive geographical area where industrial and agricultural activities coexist with ecologically significant natural habitats
The Erasmus+ Teach-BEASTs project, in which the University of Bologna participated, aimed to involve students with activities and challenges and train lecturers to integrate career guidance into their courses
One-third of patients undergoing advanced cellular therapies develop a severe neurotoxicity syndrome as a side effect. A new scientific study reveals how to detect this complication days in advance, enabling doctors to intervene effectively
The institutional communication strategy, support measures for student caregivers, personnel planning for 2025, and the agreement with the Municipality of Bologna to reduce environmental pollution through sustainable mobility are some of the topics addressed in the University Governing Bodies' meetings in March
Rector Molari took part in the Climate Symposium in Durham, organized by the Coimbra Group, to discuss climate change and the commitment of universities to environmental protection