From the laboratory to industry: the dialogue preparing tomorrow’s engineers
The Tech Talks series at the University of Trento brings companies and professionals into the classroom. Students meet leading industrial organizations, explore technologies, processes and skills required by the industry, and gain a clearer understanding of career opportunities and their future professional paths.
From Materials Engineering to International Markets: Matteo Boccato’s Journey Between Innovation, Chemistry and Global Relationships
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.
From the University of Trento to CERN: Robotics Serving the Accelerators of the Future
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.
From curiosity about mechatronics to semiconductors: Federico Fortunati’s journey
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.
From Trento’s labs to Jaguar Land Rover braking systems | An interview with Dr. Priyadarshini Jayashree
Interview with a Trento PhD graduate now working at Jaguar Land Rover. She shares her global journey, how tribology applies to high-performance braking systems, and the future challenges in automotive engineering, including EVs, sustainability, and smart braking technologies.
From “smart materials” curiosity to industry: a path through research, innovation, and teamwork
From an early interest in smart materials to an industrial career, Matteo Federici shares his path through materials engineering studies, a research-focused master’s thesis, a European PhD project, and his current role as a test and analysis engineer in industry.
When passion meets the territory: the story of Francesco Riz
From academic research to real-world engineering in the Dolomites: Francesco Riz’s journey shows how curiosity, technical skills and a strong bond with one’s territory can shape a meaningful career.
From the DII to Aquafil: a journey built on passion, representation, and innovative materials
From student representative to Product Manager at Aquafil, Nicole Soligo shares a journey driven by passion, innovation, and sustainability. Through international research, circular materials, and key soft skills, she offers insights for students and the future of the industry.
From materials research to leading the University: interview with Rector Flavio Deflorian
Flavio Deflorian, Rector of the University of Trento, recounts his journey from materials engineering to university leadership. From research and industry collaboration to student development, he reflects on innovation, the future, and academic responsibility.
From University labs to Tesla: Virginia Caldara’s journey
Virginia Caldara shares her journey from materials science to her role as Supplier Quality Engineer at Tesla, where she tackles challenges daily and embraces innovation.
