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Headquarters of Alma Research Foundation
University

Alma Research Foundation: a single entity to strengthen the University of Bologna’s scientific mission

The new foundation was created through the merger of nine separate foundations linked to the University of Bologna. It will promote the work of students and researchers across the scientific fields represented by the original foundations – from medicine to the humanities, from law to agricultural sciences.

The winners of the Ecosister Emilia-Romagna Start Cup
Competition

The University of Bologna takes the podium at the Start Cup Ecosister Emilia-Romagna

Entrepreneurial ideas from the University of Bologna have won first, third, and fourth place in the regional business plan competition, which this year celebrates its 25th edition.

The first European graduates during the ceremony
Graduation

The first European graduates of the Una Europa Alliance: the graduation ceremony for the joint degree takes place in Madrid

The Bachelor of Arts in European Studies is the first joint degree awarded by four universities within an alliance, including the University of Bologna: a crucial step towards the European university of the future.

Voices, stories, ideas

"Something's good if you're sharing it with someone else!"

Ceylin, international students from Turkey

"Finding a community in Bologna was a very easy process."

Federico, international student from Argentina

Aiswarya, one of our international student

What do you like best about your life here?

Aiswarya, who won a scholarship for international students, tells us about it.

From research to society

A thoughtful man leaning against the wall
Management

Children-in-Law in Family-Run Companies: Caught Between Discontent and Frustration

A survey on 158 small- and medium-sized family-run businesses shows that children-in-law often feel put aside by their parents- and siblings-in law, with significant consequences in terms of organisational dynamics and business results.

A galaxy
Space

The largest synthetic galaxy catalogue

Developed by Euclid Consortium, it includes 3.4 billion galaxies, each described by more than 400 physical properties, including luminosity, position, velocity and shape. Its purpose is to help the scientists interpret the Euclid telescope’s observations and study the origin of the “cosmic web” and the nature of dark energy and dark matter.​

Xylographic matrices
Visual arts

From Imago Scientiae to Imago Digital: projects on Ulisse Aldrovandi’s woodblocks

An unprecedented perspective on Ulisse Aldrovandi's woodblocks, created with the aim of enhancing the scientist's xylographic matrices preserved at the Palazzo Poggi Museum of the University Museum System and the University Library of Bologna.

University campuses

  • Bologna Campus

    Testimonies from the past and experiences from the present intertwine in the academic facilities in Bologna. 

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  • Cesena Campus

    The Campus stands out for its strong link with local companies, serving as a bridge between academia and the business world.

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  • Forlì Campus

    A modern and dynamic Campus with facilities and services in the heart of a liveable and accessible city.

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  • Ravenna Campus

    A unique experience that allows you to connect closely with the history, art and ecosystem of a highly stimulating city. 

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  • Rimini Campus

    A people-focussed meeting place for cultures and ideas from all over the world. 

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