USI-SUPSI blood donation
The next events will be held on Tuesday 5 and Wednesday 6 May 2026 at the Lugano East Campus.
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“Cadagno Meromictic” exhibition: a journey to the origins of life
A multimedia, immersive exhibition reveals the secrets of one of the world’s rarest ecosystems, in the heart of Val Piora, and highlights how science can become a shared public good through creativity. An installation is also engaging high schools and the Cantonal School of Commerce.
Preventing harassment through physical theatre
21 April marks the National Day Against Sexual Harassment, organised by swissuniversities and the Swiss universities. The research department at the Accademia Teatro Dimitri (ATD) has been working on this issue for several years through a project that uses physical theatre techniques to raise awareness and prevent the various causes and consequences of such behaviour.
From Classroom to Cutting-Edge Labs: Railway Engineering in Action
A study experience between Milan and Florence enabled Mechanical Engineering students to explore advanced technologies and infrastructures for railway monitoring and safety, with a focus on acoustic analysis and vehicle performance.
Real-time quality control for additive manufacturing: from research to advanced production
A robotic system developed by the Sustainable Production Systems (SPS) Laboratory at SUPSI monitors in real time the quality of surface coatings during additive manufacturing processes. The solution enhances reliability and sustainability in the production of complex components, with applications ranging from aerospace to heat exchangers and electric mobility.
Youth, Emotions, and Financial Literacy: an international project to innovate financial education
The Youth, Emotions, and Financial Literacy (YEFL) project has secured funding from the Swiss Leading House South Asia, confirming the scientific merit and educational significance of an initiative that addresses one of the most pressing challenges facing the younger generation: the relationship between financial literacy, decision-making, economic socialisation and emotions.
From thesis to the Swiss Design Awards finals
Thanks to his thesis project for his Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication, Andrea Gizzi has been nominated in the Design in Research category. The winners of this prestigious award will be announced on June 15. An exhibition will follow in conjunction with Art Basel.
New Head of the Centre for Development and Cooperation SUPSI
Dr. Giulia Celentano has been appointed Head of the Centre, founded in 2008, succeeding Professor Claudio Valsangiacomo as of April 2026. Best wishes to her and the entire team for their work on numerous projects and collaborations aimed at promoting more inclusive, supportive, and aware societies.