Lombardy funds Insubria research

Di Valerie Linc ·

4.4 million euros for new research infrastructure at Insubria University, with strategic projects in Varese, Como, and Busto Arsizio.

Contesto

In brief - Lombardy Region funds the University of Insubria with €4.4 million - Two strategic projects for biomedical research and sustainable innovation - Criett to coordinate the IMPACTT and SustAA projects ## Key facts - What: Funding for new research infrastructures - When: April 28, 2026 - Where: Varese, Como, Busto Arsizio - Who: Lombardy Region, University of Insubria - Amount: €4,400,000 The Lombardy Region has allocated €4.4 million to the University of Insubria for new research infrastructures. The funding, managed by Criett, the Research and Technology Transfer Center, will be used for two strategic projects at the Varese, Como, and Busto Arsizio campuses. This contribution is part of the 2021-2027 Regional ERDF Program, which has earmarked a total of €50 million to enhance research infrastructures in Lombard universities. The goal, as highlighted by Regional Councillor Alessandro Fermi, is to strengthen the dialogue between universities and businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, transforming research into a driver of development, innovation, and competitiveness for the region. Criett, founded in 2024, will coordinate the university's major equipment through technological platforms. ### Strategic Projects The first project, IMPACTT, will receive nearly €3 million (€2,999,860.77) and aims to enhance the Material Analysis and Characterization Platform in Como and establish a new biomedical research platform in Busto Arsizio. The goal is to advance research and technology transfer in the fields of advanced materials and diagnostics for aging, within the framework of the Silver Economy. The second project, SustAA, will receive approximately €1.4 million (€1,414,454.40) and involves creating an infrastructure in Varese dedicated to sustai...

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Implications for the territory The funding from Regione Lombardia for the University of Insubria represents a significant opportunity for the territory, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises that will benefit from technology transfer and innovation. The creation of new biomedical research platforms and sustainable innovation in the amino acids and their derivatives sector will have a direct impact on the competitiveness of the territory. ### IMPACTT: biomedical research and advanced materials The IMPACTT project, with funding of nearly 3 million euros, aims to enhance the Analysis and Characterization Platform of Matter in Como and to establish a new biomedical research platform in Busto Arsizio. This project seeks to valorize research and technology transfer in the fields of advanced materials and diagnostics for aging, within the context of the Silver Economy. The creation of a 'gate' between the small and medium-sized enterprises of the territory and the best international research centers represents a unique opportunity for local businesses to access advanced technologies and specialized skills. ### SustAA: sustainable innovation The SustAA project, with funding of approximately one million and 400 thousand euros, involves the creation in Varese of an infrastructure dedicated to sustainable innovation in the sector of amino acids and their derivatives. This project fits into the 'Health and Life Science' ecosystem and supports the territory's vocation in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food sectors. Sustainable innovation in these sectors will have a positive impact on the environment and health, contributing to the economic growth of the territory. ### Collaboration between universities and businesses Collaboration between universi...

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Concrete actions for businesses Businesses interested in collaborating with the University of Insubria can contact Criett for information on the IMPACTT and SustAA projects. Criett will provide support for accessing new research platforms and for technology transfer. Businesses can benefit from advanced technologies and specialized skills to improve their competitiveness and innovation. ### Procedures for accessing research infrastructures Businesses interested in collaborating with the University of Insubria must follow these procedures: 1. Contact Criett for information on the IMPACTT and SustAA projects. 2. Submit a collaboration request and specify research and technology transfer needs. 3. Participate in a meeting with the university's scientific community to discuss collaboration opportunities. 4. Sign a collaboration agreement with the University of Insubria. 5. Access the new research platforms and benefit from technology transfer. ### Site tools For further information and support, businesses can use the collaboration opportunity calculator available on the University of Insubria's website. This tool allows you to evaluate collaboration opportunities and access detailed information on the IMPACTT and SustAA projects. Source: varesenews.it

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Frequently Asked Questions
What projects are funded by Regione Lombardia at the University of Insubria?
The funded projects are IMPACTT and SustAA. IMPACTT aims to enhance the Material Analysis and Characterization Platform in Como and establish a new biomedical research platform in Busto Arsizio. SustAA involves the creation of an infrastructure in Varese dedicated to sustainable innovation in the field of amino acids and their derivatives.
How can businesses collaborate with the University of Insubria?
Businesses interested in collaborating with the University of Insubria can contact Criett for information on the IMPACTT and SustAA projects. Criett will provide support for accessing the new research platforms and for technology transfer.
Which sectors are involved in the IMPACTT and SustAA projects?
The IMPACTT project involves the sectors of advanced materials and diagnostics for aging, within the framework of the Silver Economy. The SustAA project is part of the 'Health and Life Science' ecosystem and supports the region's strengths in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food sectors.

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