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PhD in Chemistry
The PhD in Chemistry is promoted by the Department of Chemistry "Giacomo Ciamician" and by the Department of Industrial Chemistry "Toso Montanari".
High scientific qualification, research activity in the chemical and nanotechnology fields, a multidisciplinary training path to stimulate creative thinking and originality: the PhD in Chemistry aims to develop a broader view, necessary to solve the important challenges that chemical research must face, from energy to health, from environmental protection to food sustainability.
The PhD in Chemistry trains professionals for public and private research structures, aimed to highly competitive positions in the job market.
Updated information and call for admission can be found at the webpage below
NextGenCHEM - “Gian Piero Spada Award” - 2026
This conference day provides the opportunity for doctoral candidates enrolled in the PhD programs of the Department of Chemistry "Giacomo Ciamician" --as well as all doctoral students in Chemistry and Nanosciences-- to present their research.
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Hydrogen: The Fuel of the Future
Seminar of Prof. George E. Froudakis Monday 21st September from 11:00 to 13:00, Aula P
CHEMISTRY FOR A BETTER LIFE AND A BETTER FUTURE
A day of seminars dedicated to the new frontiers of chemistry, on the occasion of the awarding of the honorary doctorate to Kelly Chibale.
Honorary Doctorate upon Professor Kelly Chibale
Wednesday, 23 September 2026, at 4:00 pm; The Honorary Doctorate is conferred in recognition of Professor Chibale’s outstanding contributions to drug discovery
Do you travel around Bologna and district?
You can purchase a subsidised annual pass for TPER buses until 15 December 2026, subject to the availability of funds.
The call for Great-ER is open!
Take part in the free, 12-month advanced incubation programme, designed to support the development of deep tech research-based business projects. Apply by 23 September.
E-Cells Symposium 2026. From Research to Industry
On September 18, UniBo, Ferrari and NXP are organising a one-day event dedicated to research in battery cell technology, bringing together the academic community, industry and students.
Generative Artificial Intelligence: University Policy and Practical Use Cases
Guidelines, practical examples, and operational insights to ethically and responsibly use GenAI in your academic journey.
Transferable skills: key tools for education and work
From entrepreneurship to AI, from digital media to active citizenship, from communication and public engagement to employability: enroll now.
What is the housing condition of students? Help us understand by filling out the questionnaire
Housing is a growing obstacle to education. The survey will help understand it, engage stakeholders, and push for concrete solutions.