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ADVERTISE YOUR SEARCH! Join the PhD Storytelling Lab
The initiative, exclusively for those carrying out their PhD, preferably in the second and third year, offers a unique opportunity to get involved in drafting a short informative article on their research. The course will be divided into three days and will be held in person on 13, 15, and 29 May 2025 in Bologna.
Please participate by sending your names to Barbara Cavalazzi (coordinator of the STVA doctorate) at [barbara.cavalazzi@unibo.it] by April 27th.
Reflected in Water. Development, Resilience, Inequalities
The seminar will be conducted by Prof. Andrea Rinaldo, a recipient of the Stockholm Water Prize, on June 12 at 2:30 PM in Room B of the Belmeloro Complex (Via Andreatta 8). The presentation will focus on urgent issues regarding the management of water resources, considering the impacts of climate change and global inequalities.
Following the presentation, there will be a Q&A session. We encourage PhD students from our university whose research aligns with the topics discussed to participate actively in the Q&A session. If you are interested in taking part to the Q&A session, please contact Prof. Barbara Cavalazzi at barbara.cavalazzi@unibo.it by April 22, 2025.
Seminars by ISA Fellow Prof. Rod Fensham (University of Queensland, Australia)
A series of seminars focused on springs as a reference point for research related to their hydrological functions, conservation, optimal management, and biogeographical history. The complete list of seminars can be found on the webpage below.
Go to pagePhD 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.
Financial Support for Healthcare Expenses for Non-Resident Students
The call for applications is open to students enrolled in PhD programs. Submit your application on Studenti Online by 30 April.
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Programme for the cross-discipline skills
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PARLARE DI SCIENZA OGGI: NUOVI STRUMENTI PER VECCHIE OSSA
The seminar (in Italian) will take place on April 30, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The venue is Aula Magna di Fisiologia, located at Piazza di Porta San Donato 2, Bologna.
Dr. Willy Guasti, a graduate in Natural Sciences from the University of Florence, will lead the seminar. He completed his thesis on dinosaurs and is now a well-known science communicator. Dr. Guasti was the face of Focus TV and currently manages Zoosparkle, one of Italy's most popular projects focused on animals, evolution, and paleontology.
Student Elections 2025
On 14 and 15 May, you can express your opinion. Vote for your representatives in the University Governing Bodies and the National Council of University Students. Find out how, when, and where to vote.
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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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Italian Geological Society Awards
On the website of the Italian Geological Society, the calls for tenders for prizes established by the SGI or in collaboration with other companies have been published:
1) Best Publication Award for young researchers;
2) Best Excursion Guide Award;
3) Maria Bianca Cita Award – An award to recognize the talent of young female scientists.
For detailed information, please consult the website of the Italian Geological Society
Hong Kong Polytechnic University exchange programme
Exchange program for doctoral students at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. This program offers a scholarship to support living expenses in Hong Kong.
PaleoSeagrass
PaleoSeagrass course to be held at the Museum of Natural Sciences of Majorca (Balearic Islands) from 8 to 12 September 2025.
For more information, please refer to the webpage below.
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.
Go to pageOpen Science: Principi e prassi di gestione dei dati di ricerca
On June 5th, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, there will be an online session for PhD students, supervisors, and co-supervisors to discuss strategies, methods, and tools for effective research data management. The meeting will be conducted in Italian, and a UniBo research group will also share their work experience. To register, please use the link below.
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