Oct 31, 2019
Researchers at the ENEA Materials Technologies Laboratory have developed an innovative process to create high quality dental prostheses with 3D printing at lower costs than the standard techniques. The process is based on "Digital Light Processing" (DLP) which uses Additive Manufacturing technologies to make dental prosthesis components by polymerizing layers of photosensitive liquid resin added with ceramic powder. The activities were carried out as part of the project PRODE, jointly with the CNA of Ferrara and the network of dental technicians at Identitaliagroup.
Oct 31, 2019
Promoting seismic risk prevention awareness through the dissemination of the quality label "Sisma Safe", the first in Italy on the static and seismic safety of buildings. This is the objective of the agreement between ENEA and SismaSafe for the diffusion of seismic safety awareness and quality of design and construction of public and private buildings like schools, hospitals, hotels, offices, companies and houses .
Oct 31, 2019
In the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding between ENEA and ETRI (Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute of Korea), a Korean delegation of the NRICH (National Research institute of Cultural Heritage) has recently visited the Casaccia Research Centre.
Oct 17, 2019
ENEA European center of excellence with its microbial collection comprising approximately 1500 bacteria, fungi, algae and viruses , as part of MIRRI - Microbial Resource Research Infrastructure, the largest European research infrastructure safeguarding microbial biodiversity and guaranteeing the conservation and distribution of microorganisms for environmental sustainability, biotechnological development and bioeconomy growth.
Oct 17, 2019
Digital regeneration of the Darsena of Ravenna with the creation of a large technological platform that collects and manages data on traffic, environmental pollution and energy consumption of street lamps, buildings and individual dwellings. This is the objective of the project DARE, with which the Municipality of Ravenna obtained one of the highest funding (over 5 million euro) at the 4th European call for tenders "Urban Innovative Action", ranking among the top 20 cities out of 176.
Oct 17, 2019
The first energy community offering citizens and about 900 companies in the Pilastro-Roveri district reduced tariffs thanks to a combination of renewable sources, distributed generation, energy storage and optimization of consumption, is kicking off in Bologna.
Oct 17, 2019
The many challenges faced by personalized medicine in the field of cystic fibrosis, one of the most widespread genetic diseases in the world, mainly affecting the lungs and intestines, were the topic of a review by an ENEA coordinated international research team, published in the international journal "Trends in Molecular Medicine - Cell Press"
Oct 17, 2019
ENEA was awarded the ALBA prize for innovative studies in the field of Vertical Farms, vertical greenhouses based on the hydroponic cultivation of plants without soil consumption and use of pesticides.
Oct 17, 2019
Manufacturing third-generation lithium batteries for electric and hybrid vehicles, with integrated monitoring systems that guarantee greater autonomy thanks to reduced consumption. It’s the objective of the project 3beLiEVe funded with 10 million euro by the European Union
Oct 17, 2019
A "bio-brick" in a composite material ideal for our climate, capable of maintaining an average indoor temperature of 26 degrees during heat, avoiding the need for air conditioning. It’s one of the results of the study conducted by ENEA and Politecnico di Milano as part of the project "Energy requalification of existing public buildings: nZEB direction", funded by the Electrical System Research of the Ministry of Economic Development.
Oct 03, 2019
Estimating sea energy production thanks to high resolution forecasts of waves and tides of the Mediterranean. ENEA has developed MITO, a model of water circulation forecasting temperature, salinity and speed of sea currents with a spatial detail ranging from 2 km to a few hundred meters as in the case of the straits of Gibraltar, the Dardanelles and the Bosphorus. As for waves, a forecasting system – Wawes - guaranteeing a resolution of up to 800 meters in marine and coastal areas with high energy potential was created. Both utilize the ENEA supercomputer "CRESCO6, performing 1.4 million billion operations per second.
Oct 03, 2019
ENEA has developed a process to produce a filament to be used as “toner” for 3D printers by exploiting the plastic present in electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) waste, with lower costs than commonly used commercial filaments and environmental benefits resulting from the economic exploitation of waste.
Oct 03, 2019
"La Spezia del Futuro: a model of sustainable and circular development for a resilient and competitive territory", is the project developed by ENEA in collaboration with Confcommercio and presented to the Mayor of Rio Maggiore, the Mayor of Lerici and the representatives of the Municipality of Spezia and the Cinque Terre National Park, in a meeting promoted by the Port System Authority of the Eastern Ligurian Sea.
Oct 03, 2019
Federico Testa, President of ENEA, and Lorenzo Cagnoni, President of the Italian Exhibition Group (IEG), have signed a three-year collaboration agreement for the circular economy, renewable sources, sustainable mobility, smart cities and other possible sectors of interest. In particular, ENEA will provide support to IEG in the definition of innovative technical contents, transfer of innovation, promotion of sustainability issues, training and professional updating for industries, SMEs and operators and information and communication activities
Oct 03, 2019
An Italian-led research team comprising ENEA, CREA and the Universities of Verona and Turin has decoded the eggplant genome, paving the way to growing varieties that are increasingly resistant to the consequences of climate change, such as drought.
Sep 19, 2019
The project is guaranteed by the Investment Plan for Europe and is being co-financed by EUROfusion, the EU programme to produce safe, clean nuclear fusion energy by 2050 - Agreement signed with the Lazio Region will help develop the new international scientific hub in Frascati - 1,500 new jobs expected, including 500 for scientists and technicians, with an impact of EUR 2bn for the Italian economy
Sep 19, 2019
A pact to develop innovative models encouraging companies in the Modern Organized Distribution (MOD) and consumers to adopt increasingly virtuous behaviors and synergistic actions favouring green jobs, and identify resources and funds to help the sector of circular economy take off in Italy. These are the main topics of the agreement signed by ENEA and Federdistribuzione (the voice of the MOD in Italy), a long-term program that focuses on the world of MOD to promote sustainability through concrete actions and tools made available to companies and consumers.
Sep 19, 2019
The European project EEPLIANT3, to ensure compliance of electrical products entering the market with labeling and eco-design legislation, is kicking off. Its general objective is to protect consumers and increase their confidence in EU energy efficiency policies. Funded by the Horizon 2020 program, the project EEPLIANT3 (Energy Efficiency Compliant Products 3) comprises 28 partners from 21 countries, with the participation of ENEA and the Chamber of Commerce of Milan, Monza Brianza and Lodi.
Sep 19, 2019
Developing innovative composite materials in basalt fiber and resin for the automotive sector, which are recyclable, lightweight and low cost. This is the objective of the new project "Cradle-to-Cradle Composites", funded with over 1.3 million euro by the European raw materials consortium EIT Raw Materials and coordinated by ENEA jointly with the FIAT Research Center ( CRF). In particular, ENEA will test the mechanical properties of new materials and verify their performance also in the presence of accelerated aging.
Sep 19, 2019
Hi-tech solutions, innovative biotechnologies and new business models to enhance the entire purification chain of municipal and industrial wastewater, in line with the principles of the circular economy. This is the objective of the project Value CE-IN, coordinated by ENEA and funded by the Region Emila Romagna.
