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Scientific Platforms@UniTo

Interdisciplinary research teams make their expertise available for collaboration.

The University offers companies a privileged channel for collaboration through Scientific Platforms@UniTo, facilitating the joint development of projects, accelerating innovation, and creating solutions with industrial, economic, and environmental value.

Bringing multiple disciplines together to tackle today’s challenges

The Scientific Platforms@UniTo are interdisciplinary groups of researchers designed to combine expertise and knowledge to address concrete innovation challenges with a focused and synergistic approach. Currently, six thematic platforms are active in the fields of aerospace, renewable energy communities, hydrogen, artificial intelligence, sustainable plastics, and water reuse.

Active platforms today

AEROSPACE@UniTo – Aerospace

Promotes research and technology transfer in Earth observation, space exploration, and environmental monitoring, fostering collaborations with companies to develop solutions for climate change mitigation and the space economy.

AI@UniTo – Artificial Intelligence

Accelerates the development and application of artificial intelligence, bridging excellent research with market needs and supporting companies in their digital transformation journey.

ET@UniTo - Energy Transition

Promotes research and technology transfer in the context of energy transition, integrating scientific, technical, economic, legal and social expertise for businesses and regions focused on sustainability.

SUSPLAS@UniTo – Sustainable Plastics

Supports innovation in bioplastics, recycling, new materials, and environmental impact, serving as a reference point for companies committed to the circular economy and ecological transition.

WATER_REUSE@UniTo – Water Reuse

Researches and applies technological and regulatory strategies for water recovery and reuse in industrial, agricultural, and urban contexts, promoting partnerships focused on efficient water resource management.

Where skills come together

The Scientific Platforms@UniTo were created to transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries and tackle society’s most complex challenges with an integrated approach.

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Why collaborate with the platforms

Companies that choose to partner with Scientific Platforms@UniTo gain:

direct access to hundreds of researchers with cross-disciplinary expertise in key industrial development areas

possibility of carrying out research and development projects in partnership, taking advantage of advanced infrastructure, training opportunities, patents and financing aimed at innovation

a dynamic and multidisciplinary environment for discussion, thanks to teams of experts already accustomed to working together on complex and cross-cutting issues.

How to start a collaboration

Through dedicated events, one-on-one meetings, and direct support from the UniTo Industrial Liaison Office, companies can quickly connect with researchers, explore project ideas, and build tailored partnerships. This “facilitated lane” helps companies find the best-suited skills and solutions to address technological challenges and expand their innovation potential.

Get in touch with the teams

Interested in collaborating?
Contact the Industrial Liaison Office, your point of contact for companies, organizations, and institutions.

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