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Università degli Studi di Torino

Founded in 1404, the University of Turin is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe. With more than 70,000 students, a widespread presence across the region, and an extensive international network, it is today a leading center for research, higher education, and innovation.

The university stands out for the quality and interdisciplinary nature of its scientific activities, encompassing the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, technology, and medicine. Through state-of-the-art laboratories, interdepartmental platforms, and multidisciplinary projects, the University of Turin promotes a research model that is open, responsible, and future-oriented.

Committed to fostering dialogue with local communities and the productive sector, the University of Turin supports the transfer of knowledge, patents, and expertise, building bridges between academia, businesses, and institutions. Collaborating with the University of Turin means becoming part of a continuously evolving innovation ecosystem that places sustainability, social impact, and the advancement of knowledge at its core.

The University of Turin is a center of excellence in scientific research, with activities spanning all major fields of study: from life and physical sciences to the humanities and social sciences, as well as environmental studies, economics, and emerging technologies.

A distinctive feature of the University is the presence of its Scientific Platforms, advanced collaborative environments that connect expertise, laboratories, and technological infrastructure around strategic topics such as hydrogen, water reuse, energy communities, sustainable plastics, and aerospace. These platforms serve as a bridge between academia and industry, fostering technology transfer and shared innovation.

Discover Innosfera, the University of Turin’s innovation platform, which enhances research and promotes an entrepreneurial culture, offering tools, opportunities, and initiatives to support students, researchers, and spin-offs in transforming knowledge into concrete projects. Through technology transfer and collaboration with local stakeholders, Innosfera helps generate social, cultural, and economic impact.