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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 Doctoral Board has set the date for the final examination of the STVA PhD Programme – 38th Cycle (PNRR2), which will take place on 9 July 2026.
The preliminary schedule is available at the attached link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FJuBVSskNHdh9ZjxvdoRUGLgj1KPMBwS/view?usp=sharing
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.
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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Una Europa PhD Impact Award 2026
Does your research have an impact on heritage, future technologies or One Health? Apply by 14 June for the Una Europa PhD Impact Award 2026 to showcase your work and its impact on society.
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
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
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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