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A journey through the areas, projects and research groups where new knowledge is born and developed. Discover the research and scientific innovation activities of the department’s researchers.
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University
Your research in 3 minutes. Apply by 18 December
Applications are open for the Coimbra Group Three-Minute-Thesis Competition. If you're a final-year PhD student, don't miss the chance to present your research in English in just 3 minutes.
International
Una Europa Talk: Connections in International Relations – 28 November
Register to join the livestream of the event to explore the future of international academic relations in a world shaped by key issues such as demographic shifts and migration patterns.
University
Career Day in Rimini
On 5 November, meet companies and test your approach to the job market. Sign up now!
International
Overseas mobility for study 2025/2026 call published
Discover Overseas, you will have the opportunity to spend part of your academic career in one of the non-European universities that are part of the Program.
Innovation and Research
Art Bonus - Crowdfunding for the Specola Museum of Astronomy
Preserving the Museum’s historical and artistic heritage, for the university community and the public. Restoration and conservation of collections
Innovation and Research
The call for Great-ER is open!
Participate in "Growing and Empowering Advanced Technologies in Emilia-Romagna," a free advanced incubation program for startups and deep tech research spin-offs. Apply by 11 October.
Innovation and Research
Waiting for European Researchers' Night 2024: guided tours and AperiScienza
From 28 August to 27 September, in the run-up to the night dedicated to research, the city comes alive with numerous initiatives to promote science and culture. Discover the programme.
Innovation and Research
6th Physical Sensing and Processing summer school
Registrations opened - deadline 30th June