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The Chilab-ITEM laboratory recently attended the unveiling of the Chips-IT Foundation Strategic Plan for 2026-2028, a critical roadmap for the organization officially known as the Italian Centre for Semiconductor Integrated Circuit Design. Established in 2023 as an essential public-private initiative, the Foundation's mandate is to steer Italy’s microelectronics strategy in alignment with the broader European […]

Our laboratory is excited to announce the official start of this year's PCTO (Percorsi per le Competenze Trasversali e per l'Orientamento) project: the design and construction of a fully functional Robotic Arm! This intensive, hands-on program represents a deep dive into the field of mechatronics, challenging a selected group of students from IIS Europa Unita and Liceo […]

On Tuesday evening, October 14th, the Semicon Dinner – Connecting Regional Semiconductor Ecosystems took place in Brussels, coinciding with the European Week of Regions and Cities. The event served as a fantastic opportunity, bringing together over 100 guests and partners from across Europe to exchange ideas on the future of the continent's semiconductor industry. The […]

We are proud to announce that Politecnico di Torino, and our laboratory, are a key partner in the SiCSIP project, a major European project and Marie Skłodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network focused on revolutionizing Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) technology. SiCSIP, whose complete title is Silicon Carbide Photonic Integrated Circuit Doctoral Network, will start in January 2026 […]

We are pleased to announce that ChiLAB-ITEM is attending NanoInnovation 2025, a nanotechnology event held in Rome from September 15th to 19th. The conference, hosted at the Faculty of Civil and Industrial Engineering of Sapienza, brings together leading scientists and industry professionals to explore the latest advancements in the field. Our lab is also participating in […]

We're proud to announce the publication of our latest article, "Advanced Flow Detection Cell for SPEs for Enhancing In Situ Water Monitoring of Trace Levels of Cadmium," in the prestigious Water Journal MDPI. The research, developed as part of the Agritech Center project, tackles a critical need in environmental safety: the real-time monitoring of trace […]

Dr. Giulia Mossotti, a key member of our team, has recently been interview by Politecnico di Torino regarding her contribution to intelWATT, a European research project dedicated to developing smart technologies for managing industrial wastewater, while focusing on water preservation, energy production, and material recovery in energy-intensive industries. Below, you'll find excerpts from her interview. For […]

Professor Luciano Scaltrito of Chilab-ITEM recently undertook a collaborative trip with Mista to the Greater Bay Area and Hong Kong (China). The visit focused on fostering connections with prominent Chinese microelectronics companies, highlighting the ongoing importance of collaboration between academic institutions and industry in driving innovation within the sector. The Italian Chamber of Commerce in […]

Chilab- ITEM will take part in the upcoming XXVII edition of the AIV Conference, held at Environment Park in Turin from May 6th to 9th. This year's four-day conference will delve into critical issues surrounding materials and processing within both research and manufacturing sectors. By fostering a multidisciplinary environment, AIV aims to encourage a dynamic […]

The aim of this edition was to create a robot vacuum cleaner. Although it’s a common household object, this device integrates various technological aspects that make it interesting from a mechanical and engineering point of view. The simplest models offer a cleaning service and autonomous movement, while the more modern and sophisticated versions are equipped […]