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July 2, 2026
June 2026: FBK projects making headlines
From sustainability to artificial intelligence, spanning digital innovation and the challenges facing today's society, FBK research was once again featured prominently in national media throughout June
July 1, 2026
When the doctor sees with the eyes of the rescuer | The usARe Project, saving a life with smart glasses
Supporting rescuers in the field, connecting them in real time with specialist doctors. The innovative project by FBK and CertotticaGroup
June 29, 2026
Trentino launches new hydrogen hub
The foundation stone has been laid in the Rovereto industrial area for a new Hydrogen Hub. Backed by more than €50 million in investments, the initiative will support energy transition technologies—from research to industrial validation—under the leadership of FBK's Center for Sustainable Energy and the coordination of Trentino Sviluppo.
June 24, 2026
AI and advanced sensors for intelligent road monitoring
A new system developed by Edilpavimentazioni and FBK detects cracks and other road surface defects.
June 23, 2026
Human-Centric AI: The limits of Artificial Intelligence and the value of technology in the service of people
Traverso: “Trustworthy artificial intelligence emerges from co-innovation between research and industry, with close attention to society’s needs.”
June 22, 2026
Luigi Crema’s European and national hydrogen leadership roles renewed
Appointments to leadership positions in key European and Italian hydrogen organizations reaffirm FBK’s role in strategic energy research and innovation networks
June 19, 2026
SUPERTIMBER: Innovation combining research, industry, and sustainability
Developed by Fondazione Bruno Kessler and the Trentino-based company X-Lam Dolomiti, it is made from ultra-light wood transformed into a high-performance, low-environmental-impact material that is stronger than steel.
June 19, 2026
AI for manufacturing: AI-MATTERS helps FBK accelerate innovation for SMEs
Advanced infrastructure, expertise, and services to transform Artificial Intelligence solutions into reliable, market-ready applications
June 11, 2026
FBK’s Cybersecurity JointLab: Research and infrastructure for digital security
The governance model presented at the GARR 2026 Conference demonstrates how collaboration across different areas of expertise can strengthen security, ensure business continuity, and drive innovation.
June 10, 2026
TRAIL: Mobile mapping in urban areas becomes more accurate and autonomous
FBK and 3D Target develop a new SLAM pipeline based on the integration of LiDAR and inertial data, improving the accuracy, reliability, and speed of 3D surveys even under challenging GNSS conditions.
June 10, 2026
Drones and AI for wildlife conservation
How FBK develops solutions for biometrics of animals from drone data
June 9, 2026
Boosting Innovation: FBK Breaks Ground on the New Hydrogen Hub in Rovereto
An important milestone for the Center for Sustainable Energy, enabling the implementation of IPCEI Hy2Tech and establishing a unique infrastructure for research, industrial validation and scale-up of hydrogen and battery technologies in Trentino.
June 4, 2026
Hantavirus: Andes virus is unlikely to cause large outbreaks, but case isolation remains essential
A new study led by the FBK Center for Health Emergencies, directed by Stefano Merler, has been published in Eurosurveillance. Due to its characteristics, the Andes virus (ANDV) —the hantavirus strain responsible for the
June 3, 2026
May 2026: The FBK projects making headlines
From public policy to artificial intelligence, from the future of mobility to digital health, and through innovation, rights, and social change, these are the FBK research topics that made headlines in May.
May 27, 2026
Fondazione Bruno Kessler relaunches AI: Two new centers of excellence to be established in 2027
FBK is strengthening its international role in AI and the digital industry with the launch of two new Centers of Excellence. As of May 26, the call for applications for the Director of the Center for Machine Intelligence is open.
May 26, 2026
Digital Health: AI becoming “normal” at the Center for Digital Health & Wellbeing showcase day
From research laboratories to everyday clinical practice: Fondazione Bruno Kessler’s Center for Digital Health & Wellbeing presented itself at Povo with an event dedicated to innovation, scientific research, and new calls shaping the future of healthcare.
May 20, 2026
CVTS 2026: Computer vision excellence returns to Trento
A day of discussion among researchers, industry professionals, and students on the latest frontiers of machine vision, hosted at Fondazione Bruno Kessler for an international event.
May 20, 2026
Trentino as a laboratory of ideas for tomorrow’s businesses
Editorial by Ferruccio Resta, published in the newspaper L’Adige, May 20, 2026.
May 13, 2026
ECHO-TWIN kicked off in Naples
FBK is among the partners in the project dedicated to developing intelligent ecosystems and advanced digital solutions to support research and industry.
May 12, 2026
FBK Pioneers in Research Summer School: Registration open for the second edition
Created in collaboration with the Center for Sustainable Energy, the program will focus on energy technologies, a cutting-edge field in which FBK actively contributes to progress at the European and international levels. Applications are open through June 7.
May 11, 2026
AI for land valuation: The GLIST Project by Genius Loci
Collaboration with FBK to develop new data-driven approaches to land valuation
May 6, 2026
Digitally Divided
The impact of technology on beliefs and social polarization explored in a volume emerging from the annual seminar of the FBK Center for Religious Studies, directed by Massimo Leone
May 6, 2026
NEVERMORE: A project to improve climate understanding
The project coordinated by FBK, which develops advanced models and digital solutions to support informed decisions on climate adaptation, mitigation, and risk management, has concluded in Sweden.
May 5, 2026
FBK and the major AI compliance challenge
In recent years, artificial intelligence has transformed key sectors such as healthcare, mobility, education, and public administration. However, its growing pervasiveness raises crucial questions: how can AI systems be made reliable, ethical, and compliant with regulations?
May 4, 2026
April 2026: FBK projects making headlines
From simulations for climate emergencies to green hydrogen, from artificial intelligence to quantum and space technologies, and from digital health to reflections on technology and society: these are the FBK research topics that made headlines in April Virtual training for future extreme weather
April 24, 2026
Does a book belong to its author or its readers? Five centuries of tension between copyright and the freedom to read
Editorial by Matteo Fadini, published in the newspaper L’Adige on the occasion of World Book and Copyright Day, April 23, 2026.
April 23, 2026
Reaching the next level
Face to face with Federica Gini: designer and UX researcher with a focus on collaboration. After completing her PhD in Cognitive Science at UNITN and FBK, she explores gamification and how game elements can encourage people to make a difference.
April 22, 2026
RUMA: digital technologies to transform forest monitoring
A project developed with FBK enables sustainable forest management by making it possible to monitor large areas with a level of precision and scalability that was previously unattainable.
April 22, 2026
Non-disruptive energy data thanks to AI that improves renewable energy monitoring
From classifying errors to estimating missing data, the collaboration between Fondazione Bruno Kessler and Tecno. Energy transforms operational challenges into opportunities for innovation
April 21, 2026
Play to understand: From GamiFIN 2026, new tools and visions for learning and ecology
From serious games about forests affected by climate change to tools for designing gamified experiences
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