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PhD Program in Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences
The PhD Program in Earth, Life and Environmental Sciences (STVA) embrace a broad spectrum of fundamental and applied disciplines essential for investigating the evolution of life, the superficial and deep processes of the Earth and the planets, current and past ecosystems, geological risks, and biodiversity loss and issues related to the management of the environment and its resources.
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The craft of Scientific Research
The craft of scientific research focuses on a set of transferable skills deemed essential for the practice of scientific research. At the link below, you’ll find the flyer describing the doctoral course (AY 2025–26). The course will be held in person, with the exception of the two afternoon tutorials, which will run online. To avoid clashes with regular teaching and ensure room availability, classes will take place from January 7 to February 11, 2026. The course is open to all UNIBO PhD students and is particularly recommended for first-year candidates.
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The STVA PhD Board has scheduled the dates for the upcoming PhD Days and annual progress evaluations.
The dates are: 11 September 2026: annual progress evaluation for the 39th cycle (and 38th cycle with 1-year extension); 14 September 2026: annual progress evaluation for the 40th and 41st cycles.
BestNature project activities
Participate in the BestNature project activities and earn up to 6 credits. For details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-j6l9WgcPOHa3zNYEFwu8B0usTp3Ontr/view?usp=drive_link
Premio Maria Bianca Cita 2026 - SGI e SPI
Il premio è riservato a laureate magistrali, dottorande e dottoresse di ricerca che abbiano conseguito il titolo da <10 anni, che non abbiano compiuto 35 anni e che siano socie della SPI o della SGI
Phd Students transferable skills Plan for the 2025/2026 academic year
The Phd Students transferable skills Plan is available also for the 2025/2026 academic year.
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Bando Marco Polo 2026
For information on how to participate, click the notice to download the document. The application deadline is March 27, 2026.
Become a candidate and represent PhD students on the Department Board
On 15 and 16 April 2026, by-elections will be held to elect student representatives for PhD students to the Department Board. You can submit your candidacy from 9 to 26 March 2026.
PhD in Earth Sciences (University of Turin) courses for PhD candidates 2025-2026
List and description of potentially interesting courses for STVA PhD students offered by the Doctorate in Earth Sciences at the University of Turin.
Forms for courses, seminar and period abroad
Download here the forms needed to certify attendance at courses, seminars, and those required for the period abroad
Which Encyclopedias and Libraries for the Future
From 25 to 27 March, take part in the Seasonal School of the Collegio Superiore, focused on the tools of research and of scientific, cultural, and political production and communication.
Avifauna, clima e uomo, ieri e oggi.
Summer school July 13-17, 2026 in Italian, Esperia Refuge Sestola (Modena). Subscription deadline Jun 5th, From the study of fossils to current ecological dynamics
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.
Call for applications to Erasmus+ mobility for traineeship 2026/27
Would you like to broaden your curriculum by working abroad? Carry out a paid traineeship in a European Union country. Apply by 12 May.
Webminar Springer Nature
Dive into a world of knowledge with our series of live and recorded webinars, designed to keep you at the forefront of research and development.
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University Policy for an ethical and responsible use of generative Artificial Intelligence
The University embraces AI as an opportunity to innovate in teaching and research, respecting ethics, quality, integrity, and the environment, while promoting its responsible use in the service of people.
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