The University of Insubria (Università degli Studi dell'Insubria) is a public institution in northern Italy, with campuses in Como, Varese, Busto Arsizio, and Saronno. Established in 1998, the university offers an interdisciplinary educational environment that fosters innovation and academic excellence.
UNINS offers a broad array of academic programs, including 23 bachelor's degrees, three long-cycle Master's programs, and 12 master's degrees across various disciplines such as law, engineering, science, economics, and health sciences. Many of these programs are in English, including the Master's in Global Entrepreneurship, Economics, and Management, which focuses on innovation, internationalisation, and the global business landscape. This reflects the university's commitment to equipping students with academic and practical skills that meet the international job market demands.
Research is at the heart of UNINS's mission, and the university is home to eight PhD programs and 26 specialisation schools, particularly in the medical and dental fields. It is also committed to internationalisation, offering various exchange programs and welcoming students worldwide, fostering a global academic community.
UNINS's academic portfolio spans many fields, including biomedical sciences, biotechnology, biology, ecology, and forestry. The university has extensive experience studying temperate and mountain ecosystems, focusing on biotic and abiotic factors influencing these environments. It has developed expertise in root biology within forest ecosystems, examining tree species at different ontogenetic stages and soil characteristics.
The university has state-of-the-art root trait and dynamics analysis facilities, including microtomes, 2D imagers, and corers. It has applied its ecosystem research to international projects, including studies in the western United States and the Mongolian steppe.
Insubria is dedicated to fostering talent and innovation, contributing to regional and global development through its research, teaching, and international collaborations.