RESEARCH DAY
IN MEMORY OF UMBERTO VERONESI

8th EDITION

Early diagnosis and preventive medicine

Milan, Teatro alla Scala
November 8, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Event

On November 8, 2025, the prestigious Teatro alla Scala in Milan will host the eighth edition of the Lombardy Research Day, established in memory of Umberto Veronesi to celebrate the fundamental value of science and innovation in the lives of citizens.

The event, open to the public, is a unique opportunity to bring society closer to the world of research, highlighting its tangible impact on the development of the Lombardy region.
The centerpiece of the day will be the presentation of the International Award “Lombardy is Research,” dedicated this year to advances in early diagnostics and preventive medicine.

During the ceremony, the most innovative projects submitted by high school and vocational education (IeFP) students will also be recognized, showcasing the talent and creativity of the new generations.

PROGRAMME

Artistic Performance

 

Sergio Bernal Alonso

“King of flamenco,” international dance star, and former principal dancer of the National Ballet of Spain

 

Laura Marzadori

Concertmaster of the Orchestra of Teatro alla Scala, Milan

 

Luisa Prandina

Principal Harp of the Orchestra of Teatro alla Scala, Milan

Institutional Greetings

 

Attilio Fontana

President of Regione Lombardia

 

Anna Maria Bernini

Minister of University and Research

A Century of Research: Honoring Umberto Veronesi, Scientist and Human Being

 

Paolo Veronesi

President of the Umberto Veronesi Foundation ETS, Director of the Breast Care Program at the European Institute of Oncology in Milan

From Foundations to the Sky: The Architecture of Research

 

Alessandro Fermi

Assessor for University, Research and Innovation, Regione Lombardia

International Award “Lombardy is Research” – 8th Edition

Lecture by the Winner and Award Ceremony for the 2025 Prize

Fostering Research Growth

 

Gerry Scotti

Anchorman

Teaching Innovation

Award Ceremony for the Winners of the “Lombardia è Ricerca” Prize Reserved for Students of the 2024/2025 School Year

With the Contribution Of

 

Massimo Sideri

Correspondent and Editorialist for Corriere della Sera

Will be present at the ceremony

 

Luciano Fontana

Director of Corriere della Sera

Hosted by

 

Alessia Ventura

JOIN THE EVENT

The VIII edition of the International "Lombardia è Ricerca" Award will take place on November 8, 2025, at La Scala Theatre in Milan, starting at 9:30 AM.

Entry to the event is free, but you must reserve your spot by booking a free ticket.

Watch the videos of past editions