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The University of Bologna’s Independent Research Takes to the Streets for the Bologna Marathon

On the occasion of the sporting event that will involve the whole city on 1 March, the University of Bologna is promoting the 5 km non–competitive run, offering participants the opportunity to support the University’s research activities. To mark the event, the University will also be present for three days in Piazza del Nettuno with a stand where Unibo researchers will engage directly with the wider community

A New Strategy to Regenerate Lost Heart Cells

By blocking the receptor for specific steroid hormones called "glucocorticoids", it may be possible to enhance the effectiveness of cardiomyocyte regenerative therapies, with a significant impact on the treatment of heart failure

How can we support older adults in following their treatments?

The Eldercare project, coordinated by the University of Bologna, has identified strategies to address poor adherence to chronic treatments. The aim is to tackle one of the main challenges facing the Italian public healthcare system, which costs the National Health Service around two billion euros each year

In Brief

  • QS Rankings: the University of Bologna among the top 20 in Europe for academic reputation

  • A tumour “avatar” to study and fight paediatric osteosarcoma

  • Future Intersections: Where Autonomous and Connected Vehicles Don’t Stop

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