This year, UNIgreen is proud to present a series of science events and activities taking place over several weeks, designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange within our network of partner universities. This initiative brings together a diverse group of researchers, students, and experts dedicated to addressing key scientific challenges.
Through a rich programme of lectures, workshops, webinar, stands to showcase science activities of the universities and collaborative projects, participants will engage in meaningful dialogue, share cutting-edge research, and build lasting connections across borders.
In addition, we invite you to join our live webinar on 25 September, which will bring together experts to discuss “Beyond the Lab Bench: Exploring Career Paths Outside Academic Research” if you’re interested, you can register to attend.
University of Modena and Reggio Emilia – Italy
26 September 2025
UNIMORE brings the UNIgreen Science Week into the events of The European Researchers’ Night which is an initiative promoted by the European Commission with the aim of creating opportunities for encounters between the world of research and society in informal and open settings, in order to spread knowledge of scientific culture and research professions.
There is a program full workshops, exhibits, performances https://www.nottedellaricerca.unimore.it/2025/
and within it these are the UNIgreen Activities curated by the UNIMORE Department of Life Sciences and the BIOGEST-SITEIA Research Center
Food Packaging Lab – Explore the Future of Food Packaging
A fun and interactive workshop for all ages to discover how science, sustainability, and creativity shape the packaging of tomorrow.
Spin the “science roulette” and test eco-friendly materials:
- Check resistance to fats with tomato-based coatings.
- See how sustainable packaging biodegrades.
- Create your own eco-bag to take home.
- Vote for the food and packaging of the future.
An engaging way to experience research hands-on, where food meets innovation!
Insects on a Mission: Saving the Planet!
Discover the secret heroes of our planet at ENTOLAB:
- Plastic-eating insects
- Tiny guardians of our crops
- Tireless pollinators securing our food
See them up close, meet live specimens, and join fun hands-on experiments. A family-friendly adventure to learn how the smallest creatures are our greatest allies. The mission awaits you!
Discover, Experiment & Taste Agri-Food Research
Become a food scientist for a day!
- Create a functional product with algae
- Play “Guess the smell on your plate”
- Explore natural pigments like Spirulina
A hands-on, fun experience for all ages where science, creativity, and sustainability meet food!
FOOD FOR LIFE: THE SCIENCE OF HEALTHY EATING
Join us on a journey into mindful eating
- Spot nutrient-rich foods
- Explore the Mediterranean food pyramid
- Learn about proteins & superfoods
- Processed vs. fresh: know the difference
- Test your knowledge of sugars & calories
Food and Well-Being: Healthy Eating for Kids
A fun workshop for children (6–10) to learn about:
- Building the food pyramid through play
- The importance of variety and balance
- Discovering fruits, vegetables & the “molecules of health”
Hands-on games and simple experiments to explore how good food choices keep us healthy!