ITALIAN WOMEN BRIDGING SCIENCE AND CULTURE: Collaboration Across Borders

On the occasion of the Giornata della Ricerca Italiana nel Mondo, the ISNAFF PND Chapter in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in Philadelphia, presents a panel highlighting the contributions of Italian women who foster international collaboration across science, technology, and culture.

Scientific progress increasingly depends on multilateral cooperation, interdisciplinary dialogue, and the exchange of knowledge across borders. Italian women professionals working in the Philadelphia area exemplify this spirit by connecting research, education, and cultural exchange between Italy and the United States.

The panel will feature voices from leading academic institutions including Fox Chase Cancer Center, Rowan University, and University of Pennsylvania, illustrating how diverse disciplines—from biomedical research and engineering to language and cultural studies—contribute to a shared global research ecosystem.

DATE: May 4, 2026 | 6 PM-8PM

LOCATION: Consulate General of Italy, 1818 Market St , Suite 910, Philadelphia

SPEAKERS:

• Lucia Borriello, PhD – Fox Chase Cancer Center
• Flavia Vitale, PhD – University of Pennsylvania
• Alessandra Mirra, PhD – Rowan University

PROGRAM:

1) Opening Remarks

• Opening remarks by the Chair of Italian Scientists and Scholars of North America Foundation. Introduction to the theme: “La cooperazione scientifica multilaterale: condivisione della ricerca per le sfide del futuro.”
• Opening remarks by the Consul General of Italy in Philadelphia

2)Speaker Presentations

• 15 min — Lucia Borriello
• 15 min — Flavia Vitale
• 15 min — Alessandra Mirra

3)Panel Discussion

• The importance of international collaboration in science and education
• How cultural exchange supports scientific diplomacy
• The role of women in global knowledge networks

4)Audience Q&A

5)Closing Remarks and invitation to networking.

FREE EVENT! REGISTRATION is REQUIRED on EVENTBRITE!

We look forward to seeing you there!

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