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University

Suspension of Agreements with Israel: Ca’ Foscari Motion for Peace in Gaza

Text approved by the Academic Senate and the Board of Governors at the meetings on September 25 and 26, 2025

Research

The Oldest Traces of Blue Indigo 34,000-year-old Grinding Tools

Study coordinated by Ca’ Foscari opens new perspectives on the complex behaviour of prehistoric human populations. It’s the first time that the indigotin molecule has been found on such ancient artefacts, demonstrating the processing of Isatis tinctoria L., a non-edible plant: hypotheses are open on its use as a dye or medicine.

Events

Save the date: 3 October for the San Basilio Waterfront Music Fest – discover the evening’s line-up!

On Friday 3 October, the San Basilio Waterfront Music Fest returns – an evening dedicated to music featuring three up-and-coming bands and two DJ sets. The event takes place between Magazzino 5 and Magazzino 6 at San Basilio and is the result of collaboration between Ca’ Foscari University of Venice and the North Adriatic Sea Port Authority – Ports of Venice and Chioggia.

People

From New York to Venice: Katerina Petrova brings cutting-edge econometrics research to Ca' Foscari with ERC funding

Coming from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Katerina Petrova has arrived at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, where she has taken up her position as an Associate Professor of Econometrics in the Department of Economics. Her arrival and her research are supported by a prestigious ERC (European Research Council) Starting Grant, a highly competitive European funding award that recognizes the scientific excellence of emerging researchers.

People

From EUTOPIA Hackathon to the Council of Europe Podium: Benedetta and Gabriel Share Their International Experience

An idea born during a EUTOPIA alliance hackathon has landed on one of Europe's most prestigious stages.
Alongside their international team, Ca' Foscari students Benedetta Marchesin and Gabriel Vincenzi outperformed 284 teams from across the continent to secure second place at the "Democracy's Firewall" hackathon, organised by the Council of Europe. Their project is an app that simplifies data and makes it publicly available, fighting misinformation with clear and verifiable tools.

University

Internationalisation and support for deserving students: Ca’ Foscari and the SAVE group sign agreement to fund scholarships in China

The agreement was signed by Ca’ Foscari University Rector Tiziana Lippiello and SAVE Group President Enrico Marchi. The scholarships, available for the 2025–2026 academic year, will supplement existing funding for Ca’ Foscari students enrolled in the double degree programme with Capital Normal University in Beijing

Youcafoscari, the protagonists speak

Interviews and events with international guests, professors and students. The best of Ca' Foscari's YouTube channel.