Research
Research projects, activities and opportunitiesFor us, research is a fundamental element for social and economic development, contributing to progress, wellbeing and social cohesion.
This is why the University of Verona supports quality interdisciplinary research, international collaborations and the sharing of results to benefit our society, culture and economy.
Departments and research
The University of Verona stands out for its commitment to cutting-edge scientific research, both basic and applied, across a wide range of disciplines.
Research is organized into four major areas, each consisting of departments focused on specific fields. Specifically, the University offers:
- 3 departments in Humanities
- 3 departments in Law and Economics
- 4 departments in Life and Health Sciences
- 3 departments in Natural Sciences and Engineering (with one shared with the Life Sciences area)
This structure fosters a multidisciplinary and innovative research environment, making the University of Verona a key player in scientific and academic development.
Arts and Humanities
Law and Economics
Life and Health Sciences
Natural Sciences and Engineering
Pubblicazioni recenti
Are Teachers Ready for Gender Equality Education in Primary Schools? A Quantitative Research in Italian Primary Schools.
Italy still maintains a critical level in terms of achievement of gender equality in society. Italy’s Gender Equality Index score for 2023, measured by the EIGE, is under the average EU Index score. Schools have a crucial role in supporting students in developing the fundamental competence to live in a society where gender equality is guaranteed. In this scenario, teachers need to be prepared to provide and achieve an effective gender equality education in schools. This paper presents the ...
Intersectionality in intercultural educational research. The role of power and privilege in multicultural societies
Currently, multicultural societies are characterised by multiple, complex, and interdependent changes and challenges at the local, regional, national, and global levels. Many individuals and groups experience racism, deprivation, exclusion, and discrimination in areas such as education, healthcare, the workplace, and social settings. Discrimination, inequality, marginalisation, and minorities are common key themes in intercultural educational research and intersectionality theories. This paper a...
Body Mass Index and COVID-19: An Overview Among an Italian Multicentric Cohort of Healthcare Workers in the Pre- and Post-Vaccination Eras-ORCHESTRA Project
Background The prevalence of obesity is increasing all over the world, resulting in a global health emergency. The impact of obesity on the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection and symptom severity, especially among high-risk working populations such as health workers, deserves further studies. Methods A multicentric retrospective cohort study was conducted among health workers at four Italian University Hospitals belonging to the ORCHESTRA Project. Data were collected through an online survey, investig...
Antibody Kinetics of Immunological Memory in SARS-CoV-2-Vaccinated Healthcare Workers-The ORCHESTRA Project
Background/Objectives: This study examines the longitudinal dynamics of anti-nucleocapsid (anti-N) and anti-spike (anti-S) antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection and mRNA vaccination based on 81,878 serum samples from 23,616 healthcare workers (HCWs) across five European countries. It includes data across four scheduled vaccine doses-predominantly BNT162b2-with 25% of samples originating from individuals with confirmed prior infection, as evidenced by elevated anti-S levels, positive Anti-N ...
Metabolomics, Melatonin Regulation, and Microbial Interactions in Lettuce Under Phosphate Stress
This study explores how lettuce responds to phosphate deficiency through metabolic and genetic changes, focusing on the roles of melatonin and soil microbes. Untargeted metabolomics and gene analysis reveal early insights into melatonin biosynthesis and plant stress adaptation.
Catalogues
IRIS - Catalogo delle pubblicazioni
Il catalogo IRIS, gestito dal consorzio CINECA, raccoglie tutte le pubblicazioni scientifiche dell'Università di Verona
Research professional
“Research Professional” di EX-LIBRIS è uno strumento software per la ricerca di opportunità di finanziamento nazionali e internazionali.
Grandi attrezzature di ricerca
Il Centro Piattaforme Tecnologiche gestisce le infrastrutture tecnologicamente all’avanguardia, cui possono accedere sia i diversi gruppi di ricerca dell'ateneo sia le imprese del territorio e gli atenei limitrofi.
Cerca competenze
Expertise e competenze presenti in ateneoUn vero e proprio motore di ricerca delle competenze di docenti e ricercatori dell’Ateneo.
Attraverso questo strumento ideato dall’Università di Verona sarà possibile individuare i migliori partner per lo sviluppo di progetti di ricerca commissionata.
Marie Curie Individual Fellowship
Scegli Verona per la tua borsa individuale Marie CurieScegli l’Università di Verona come sede per la tua borsa Marie Skłodowska-Curie finanziata dall’Unione europea.
Potrai portare avanti il tuo progetto di ricerca in qualunque disciplina e rafforzare le tue prospettive lavorative.
Scopri di piùPartnerships with universities and research centres
A continually expanding collaboration networkThe University of Verona has obtained important awards for its research in all subject areas. Over the years we have achieved significant results on the national and international scene and have formed networks and agreements with many other institutions and the local community. If you want to collaborate with us, get in touch.
Open to worldwide talent
International researchersAre you a researcher interested in doing research at our university? There are Marie Skłodowoska-Curie individual fellowships, the Rita Levi Montalcini programme and many other programmes that support mobilities for researchers.
Partnerships with companies
Dialogues with the business worldThe University of Verona encourages and supports collaboration with companies through projects that involve the use of innovative technologies, highly qualified research staff and specialised structures such as laboratories, spin-offs and research centres.
Spin off
Ricerca scientifica e imprenditorialitàGli Spin off sono società fondate da docenti e ricercatori per valorizzare commercialmente i risultati delle attività di ricerca e le proprie competenze scientifiche e tecnologiche.
Scopri di piùVisiting Professors
Networking e InternazionalizzazioneL'ateneo promuove la presenza di ricercatori e docenti internazionali per attività di didattica e di ricerca attraverso specifici finanziamenti per la mobilità in ingresso degli ospiti internazionali.
Un Visiting Professor è un docente o ricercatore di alto livello proveniente da un'istituzione straniera, invitato per un periodo limitato a svolgere attività accademiche.
Annualmente vengono pubblicati i bandi "Visiting" ricompresi all'interno del Programma di internazionalizzazione di ateneo che finanziano soggiorni di ricerca e/o di didattica a Verona, oltre che l'attribuzione di interi insegnamenti a docenti internazionali. Inoltre, i Dipartimenti dispongono di appositi finanziamenti, finalizzati ad accrescere la dimensione internazionale della didattica all'interno dei Corsi di studio, anche attraverso la partecipazione di docenti provenienti da atenei europei ed extra-europei.
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Competitive application announcements
See the page of competitive application announcements for lecturer and research staff positions
Research funding
The University of Verona invests in research
University grantsThe University of Verona supports pure and applied research with local companies and authorities through two specific funding programmes: University grants for pure research, and Joint Projects - University and Companies.
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Funding for research, and relations with the local communityAll the funding opportunities for national and international research activities.
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