- Piazza dell’Ateneo Nuovo, 1 - 20126 Milan - Italy
We promote the development of an open ecosystem, where academic knowledge meets the needs of society. We are a meeting place.
Here, students, researchers, institutions, and businesses collaborate to design new solutions.
Our goal is to foster scientific progress and strengthen international ties, acting as a secure bridge between the various stakeholders in society.
We’re committed to transform academic assets into high-impact solutions that drive growth for people, local ecosystems, and international networks.
We build the bridge between the laboratory and the market, find resources, and create the ecosystem for the practical application of discoveries.
We look to the future by creating learning and cooperation paths that are closer to real-world needs. We facilitate dialogue between generations and different sectors, so that the exchange of skills is continuous and constructive.
We connect professionals and researchers from different fields to address complex problems in an integrated way. Through these networks, we promote positive change that involves the entire social and economic system.
Our strategic pillars define how we operate across education, research, innovation, partnerships, and social impact, creating connections between academia and society.
Education is the foundation of all innovation. Through the Bicocca Academy and dedicated programs, we help professionals and researchers develop the skills needed to navigate technological and organizational transformations. Our goal is to provide concrete tools to navigate the changing world of work with awareness.
We act as a bridge between the world of research and the market. We help transform scientific discoveries into useful solutions for businesses and the social sector. Thanks to digital tools and open collaboration models, we connect researchers and entrepreneurs to create progress that respects people and the environment.
Complex projects require solid structure and strategies. We support the University in seeking funding, coordinating consortia, and participating in national and international calls for proposals. Our mission is to ensure that each initiative moves from concept to real impact, managing each phase with rigor and transparency.
Innovation creates value only when it reaches people. We translate the complexity of research into clear narratives that connect scientists and citizens. Through international networks and targeted promotion, we amplify the University of Milano-Bicocca's results and position them where they can make a difference.
We believe that progress must be inclusive and humane. We build ecosystems where researchers, citizens, and institutions collaborate to improve daily lives through projects that address the real needs of communities.
The Pavilion is the physical and symbolic hub of our innovation: a meeting point for universities, businesses, and institutions. It is here that strategic collaborations are born and ideas developed at the university are transformed into concrete projects. We offer spaces and services to foster co-creation and the exchange of ideas.
Health is where innovation meets humanity. Through Smart Health, we promote collaboration between doctors, researchers, and businesses to transform laboratory discoveries into treatments and prevention tools. Our approach is geared toward improving quality of life through safe and accessible technologies.
The Bicocca Foundation is a non-profit organization established to support the University of Milan-Bicocca in strengthening its higher education, research, and technology transfer activities.
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Our activities are designed to support institutions, companies, researchers, and communities through tailored services, strategic programmes, and collaborative initiatives.
