innovation
The research by Matteo Tomasi and Daniele Bortoluzzi contributes to the development of the new GPRM for the LISA mission. Dynamic modelling, experimental testing and mechanical design were used to identify the causes of LISA Pathfinder anomalies and develop solutions for a more precise and robust test-mass release.
Research at the University of Trento explores additively manufactured titanium lattice structures for future hip implants. Geometry, porosity and surface treatment are optimized to balance mechanical strength, fatigue resistance and bone integration, with the goal of creating implants that behave more like natural bone.
Silk and gelatin give rise to nanoparticles capable of recognizing and sequestering cytokines, the proteins that govern inflammation. This is the biomimetic technology of bioMIPs, born from the collaboration between the BIOtech Research Centre at the University of Trento and the Department of Biotechnology at the University of Verona.
Training
An interview with Professor Giovanni Straffelini about What No One Tells You About Academic Careers, a guide for PhD candidates and early-career researchers exploring the challenges, opportunities, and international nature of today's academic career path.
During the 2026 Research Day, the University of Trento's Department of Industrial Engineering presented its achievements, funding results, and future perspectives, reflecting on the value of research, collaboration with industry, and the ethical and social responsibilities of innovation. A multidisciplinary community committed to combining excellence with impact.
A new Elsevier book on architected metamaterials, edited by Matteo Benedetti, provides an integrated overview of design, additive manufacturing, material properties, and industrial applications.
COMPANIES
Nearly 200 students from the University of Trento attended Ferrari’s F1 Engineering Academy presentation. The event combined career guidance and a tech talk, highlighting required skills and opportunities to enter Formula 1, focusing on teamwork, data analysis, and technological innovation
Soilence secured second place at Trentino Startup Valley 2025 with its innovative biodegradable water-retaining soil amendment. Developed by researchers from the University of Trento, the technology enhances drought resilience and supports sustainable agriculture in the face of climate change.
New friction materials for braking systems combine benzoxazine resins and rice husk to enhance environmental sustainability. Benzoxazine binders deliver braking performance comparable to phenolic resins, with improved wear resistance and reduced particulate emissions.
stories
Matteo Boccato, Sales Manager at ddchem srl, shares his journey from Materials Engineering to managing international markets in the chemical sector, exploring innovation, global relationships, sustainability and continuous professional growth.
Francesco Baroni, a student at the University of Trento, turned his thesis experience at CERN into a career in robotics for particle accelerators. After contributing to several innovative projects, he is now pursuing a PhD focused on the Future Circular Collider, helping develop the largest robotic system ever built at CERN.
Federico Fortunati shares his journey from studying Industrial Engineering in Trento to leading multidisciplinary projects in the semiconductor industry in the Netherlands. Through start-up experiences, passion for mechatronics, and continuous learning, he now works on highly complex systems combining mechanics, electronics, and software with nanometer-level precision.
