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Research areas
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.
Innovation and Research
Innovation and Research
RedAI among the finalists of Start Cup Emilia-Romagna 2025
Our finalist startup proposes an innovative system that uses a smartphone to analyse eye health, combining optics and artificial intelligence non-invasively.
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
News
Meetings and Initiatives
A special visit to the Specola and the Museum of Palazzo Poggi for DIFA staff
The initiative, addressed to faculty, researchers and technical-administrative staff, offered an important opportunity for internal engagement and shared reflection.
University
The Department’s degree programmes for the 2026/27 academic year are now online
Discover what’s new, explore the contents and objectives in depth, assess the opportunities, and choose the path that best aligns with your interests and professional goals.
Meetings and Initiatives
Hidden Variables. Women in Physics Beyond the Footnote.
An exhibition dedicated to the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
University
TechForward Student Program Ed.2
Higher education for master's students to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. Free of charge. Presentation webinar: January 23, 2026, 12:00-1:00. Learn more.
