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University Highlights: Key Resolutions – September 2025

The motion on agreements and relations with Israeli universities, companies, and institutions, the election of new student representatives, measures to promote the employment inclusion of students with disabilities, and support for those coming from countries affected by conflicts and discriminatory policies were among the issues addressed in the Governing Bodies meetings held in September

Rector Giovanni Molari Attends the Inauguration of the New Italian-Azerbaijani University Campus

The ceremony was held in the presence of the President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, and the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. This marks a new phase in the collaboration between the University of Bologna and ADA University, which has already led to the establishment of three bachelor’s degree programmes and one master’s degree programme in the fields of agricultural and food sciences

There is a direct link between diet and vaginal microbiota health

A study involving over one hundred young women found that a high intake of animal proteins or alcohol is associated with an imbalance in the vaginal microenvironment. By contrast, a diet rich in fibre, starch, plant proteins, and omega-3 fatty acids supports a more stable and resilient microbiota. These findings open up new perspectives for preventing vaginal disorders, particularly in women prone to recurrence or during sensitive stages of life, such as pregnancy

Weight gain promotes brain ageing

An analysis of MRI scans from more than 46,000 people has revealed that excessive body weight is associated with accelerated brain ageing and greater cerebral atrophy. This phenomenon is particularly evident in men and tends to decrease with advancing age

How to Foster Investments in Decarbonisation

At the heart of the new ERC project BELIEFS, led by Professor Emanuele Campiglio of the University of Bologna, is the issue of business expectations regarding ecological transition policies and how these influence their investment decisions. The project aims to create a tool that can provide reliable answers, thereby ensuring a rapid and orderly decarbonisation process