Monday, February 13, 2012

The University of Milan

The University of Milan is a public, multidisciplinary teaching and research institution that offers 9 Faculties, 134 study courses, 21 Doctoral Schools and 92 Specialisation Schools.

Our 2,500 professors represent the highest concentration of scientific expertise in the region and our research is ranked among the best in Italy and Europe.
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News

Competitive announcements for the recruitment of 84 researchers

The University of Milan has launched 4 competitions for the recruitment of 84 researchers. Deadlines: February 3rd and 13th.

Genetically resistant to AIDS

Several genetic factors seem to increase the immune system’s response to the HIV virus: this is what has emerged from a study by our researchers, coordinated by Mario Clerici, in collaboration with IRCCS Medea and the Don Gnocchi Foundation.

The Sentinels of the Genome

Molecular Cell has published the results of an important study on DNA conducted by our researchers. A new form of “pollution” of the chemical structure has been identified, along with the mechanisms which intervene to correct it. 

60 post-doc fellowships for a collaboration to research activities

The University of Milan has launched a competition to award 60 two years fellowships for a collaboration to research activities restricted to doctorate graduates or graduated holding a diploma in the speciality area. Deadline February 15th.

New location for the incoming students service - Erasmus and Marco Polo

Starting from January 9th, the International Relations Office – Erasmus and Marco Polo Section - has moved to a new location, at via Festa del Perdono 7 (low ground).

An asteroid plunges into a neutron star

A theoretical model designed by Giuseppe Lodato from the Department of Physics further explains the origin of an exceptional Gamma Ray Burst that was recorded by the satellite Swift last Christmas.

First place in Italy, also according to the Taiwan ranking

The international ranking based exclusively on productivity indicators and scientific impact has been published. The University of Milan is in first place, followed by Padua, Bologna and the Sapienza of Rome.