UniStem Day 2026, the journey of scientific research turns 18
XVIII EDITION. “Free to choose,” the largest international scientific outreach event. The event at Poliba, tomorrow, March 20, on the occasion of “Universities Revealed”
March 19, 2026
“Free to choose” is the title of the XVIII edition of UniStem Day 2026, the largest international scientific outreach event dedicated to students. The event is scheduled tomorrow, 20 March, simultaneously in 93 universities and research centers in 12 countries, on the occasion of the initiative “Universities Revealed,” promoted by the Conference of Rectors (CRUI).
In Bari, the initiative is coordinated by the University of Bari Aldo Moro, the Polytechnic University of Bari, the Libera Università Mediterranea (LUM) and the CNR – Institute of Biomembranes, Bioenergetics and Molecular Biotechnologies.
The event will take place in the Aula Magna “Attilio Alto” of Poliba from 9:00 a.m..
During the day, participants will be able to attend presentations by leading experts: Professor Maria Grano of the University of Bari will explore the dialogue between bone, muscle and the brain; Professor Vitantonio Bevilacqua of the Polytechnic University of Bari will present applications of bioengineering in the One Health approach; and Professor Mario Acunzo of the Mediterranean Free University will examine the role of microRNAs in modern biology. The event will conclude with a presentation by Professor Michela Matteoli, neuroscientist, Deputy Rector of Humanitas University in Milan and member of the Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei, on how the brain works and its potential.
“The greatest value of this day – it is stated in a note – is to offer students the opportunity to approach the world of research in a concrete way, discover its fascination and understand its impact on everyday life. Meetings like this can spark curiosity, stimulate new vocations and help young people imagine their future in science, in a free and informed way»
UNISTEM DAY 2026 in the world. In addition to Italy, the following countries are taking part in UniStem Day 2026: Australia, Denmark, France, Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland, the United Kingdom, Spain, Sweden, Hungary.
The article UniStem Day 2026, the journey of scientific research turns 18 comes from Poliba Chronicle.
