The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the world’s largest biomedical research institute. Learn more about how the NIH can help innovators accelerate their new ideas and innovation. In this program, leaders from NIH will discuss the key elements of its mission to facilitate economic development. NIH has established itself...
ExPAnD: the strategic compass to guide Italian exports in the world
In an increasingly fragmented and competitive world, it becomes essential for Italian companies to know where to direct their commercial efforts and how to strengthen their presence in foreign markets. From this need comes ExPAnD, an advanced tool that supports companies, associations and institutions in identifying the countries and sectors...
Confindustria Chief calls for Major Industrial Investment, Energy Market Reform
Speaking at Confindustria’s national assembly in Bologna, President Emanuele Orsini outlined a bold agenda focused on industrial renewal, energy reform, and economic growth. He called on the Italian government and European institutions to launch an ambitious industrial strategy, tying it directly to GDP recovery. “We need to double down on...
Laura Toschi appointed new President of Almacube
Almacube, the innovation hub and business incubator of the University of Bologna and Confindustria Emilia, is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Laura Toschi as its new President. She succeeds Alessandro Grandi, whom we thank for his vision and leadership over the past years. Laura Toschi is an Associate...
Stefano Paolo Corgnati has been appointed Member of MSIC’s International Advisory Board
Professor Stefano Paolo Corgnati is currently serving as the Rector of the Politecnico di Torino. Born in 1973 and graduated with honors in Mechanical Engineering and PhD in Energetics, he is Full Professor of Technical Environmental Physics at the Energy Department (TEBE research group) of the Politecnico di Torino. He...
SBIR/STTR Funding Opportunities
Department of Defense (DoD) Funding Opportunities DoD SBIR 2025.4 Release 5: Nine topics – Army, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Release 6: Three topics – Army, Defense Health Agency (DHA) Release 7: Eight topics – Army, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Release 8: 68 topics – Army, U.S. Air...
Teodoro Valente Awarded Honorary Doctorate in Human Sciences: A Tribute to the Intersection of Research, Innovation, and Sustainability
In a solemn and well-attended ceremony, Link Campus University conferred the Honorary Doctorate in Human Sciences for Innovation, Inclusion, and Sustainability upon Professor Teodoro Valente, current President of the Italian Space Agency (ASI), in recognition of his outstanding contribution to bridging scientific research, technological development, and social responsibility. A Bridge...
Confindustria Novara Vercelli Valsesia: Carlo Robiglio Appointed President
His appointment will be ratified at the Annual Assembly, scheduled for June 6 in Novara Carlo Robiglio has been appointed President of Confindustria Novara Vercelli Valsesia (CNVV) for the 2025-2029 term. The decision was made by CNVV’s General Council during its meeting on May 13, 2025. His appointment is pending...
Introducing the Sapienza Innovation & Entrepreneurship HUB: From “Saperi & Co.” to a New Innovation Ecosystem
Sapienza University of Rome is taking a bold step toward strengthening its role in innovation and societal impact. Through a comprehensive process of transformation, expansion, and rebranding, the Interdepartmental Research and Services Center formerly known as “Saperi & Co.” has officially become the Sapienza Innovation & Entrepreneurship HUB – SIEH.This...
Cancer, insomnia, ancient DNA: over 100 projects from Italian scientists at Human Technopole
Human Technopole has presented 102 research projects that were the first to benefit from the cutting-edge equipment of the National Facilities – the advanced technologies that the Institute makes available to external researchers from across Italy. The majority of studies focus on cancer and neurodegenerative diseases, accounting for 50% of...