NanoValbruna & NanoPičiule
NanoValbruna is the first NanoGreen Festival of Friuli Venezia Giulia. Focused on the application of nanotechnologies for the solution of environmental and energy issues, this event promotes a double perspective: identifying innovative solutions to support the Green Economy and putting the economic and social resources of this territory and its community on the line.
Alongside the scientific panels, with the attendance of international leaders, the program foresees numerous interactions and exchanges with the local community, and two days of activities dedicated to school-aged children (NanoPičiule), directed by young researchers, experienced teachers, and designed with the collaboration and presence of senior scientists.
NanoValbruna and NanoPičiule mirror the NanoGagliato and NanoPiccola model, which has been witnessing extraordinary success since 2008 in Gagliato, a small town in the Catanzaro province. During its twelve editions, NanoGagliato has brought dozens of internationally renowned scientists to this town, from the Nobel Prize for medicine Lee Artwell to astronaut Luca Parmitano and leading personalities in the biotechnology sector, to discuss and debate the most urgent issues in medical research. It has also welcomed creative people from a range of sectors from all over the world, interacting with the population and activating energies to reach new generations and bringing about a change in the social fabric of the entire community.
The NanoGagliato and NanoPiccola days have gained national and international fame, assigning the Municipality of Gagliato the nickname of “Town of NanoSciences”, as well as mention in the UNESCO Global Report presented at UN HABITAT III, United Nations Conference held in Quito, in 2016.
The Accademia di Glagliato Globale (AGG) stemmed from NanoGagliato and NanoPiccola in 2019 with the aim of promoting the replication of this model in other peripheral realities for the benefit of their communities. The first such replication was NanoBach, an event held on October 2, 2019 in Swansea, Wales, which confirmed the validity of the AGG model, recording significant success.
Program
Thursday, July 2
NanoPičiule
First day of scientific experiments for children, lead by Marina Cisilino and Paolo Ganzini in cooperation with young reaserchers. Organization by the International Cultural Association La Cordata.
Welcome to Valbruna
A walking tour of the village accompanied by local stories, legends and traditions with Daniela Piussi.
The route of the Great War (Excursion)
A journey through the past of Val Saisera at the foot of Julian Alps with Davide Tonazzi.
Friday, July 3
NanoPičiule
Second day of scientific experiments for children, lead by Marina Cisilino and Paolo Ganzini in cooperation with young reaserchers. Organization by the International Cultural Association La Cordata.
Sustainability of the Mountain’s Ecosystem and Green Economy: What are the Challenges? What the Opportunities?
Challenge Session with scientists and experts from Friuli Venezia Giulia.
Forte Beisner (Excursion)
A chance for girls and boys to meet scientists during a walk and guided tour of Forte Beisner with the Association Landscape.
Ripniak (Excursion)
A walk through Ripniak towards the chalet of Massimo Rossetto.
Exploring frontier Nano-research for a Timely Transition to Green Energy and Solutions to Global Challenges
The Framework: Green Tech for Global Challenges Old and New
Welcome by Paola Del Zotto Ferrari. Opening remarks by Jaime Nack, Giulia Grancini & Daniela Arroyo-Olson.
From Earth to Space: Panoramic Vistas on The Climate Emergency
NanoVirtual Duet 1 with Mauro Ferrari & Luca Parmitano.
Building Nanotech and Nano-objects for Green Solutions
NanoVirtual Duet 2 with Liberato Manna & Francesco Bonaccorso.
Nano-solutions from Bio to Green Revolution
NanoVirtual Duet 3 with Luisa Torsi, George Malliaras & Eleni Stavrinidou.
Nano-solutions for Food Security and Biodiversity
NanoVirtual Duet 4 with Nicolas Plumeré & Nils Bunnefeld.
Women & The Green Reset: Time for an Equality Moonshot
Closing session by Paola Del Zotto Ferrari & Tess Mateo, followed by Q&A and conclusive remarks.
Saturday, July 4
Science: the Musical
Live concert with and by Mauro Ferrari and the R&B Band. In case of rain the event will take place in Pontebba (venue tbd).
Sunday, July 5
The Forest of Tarvisio (Excursion)
A guided hike through the millennial forest with the Forestry Corps of Regione Autonoma FVG. Bring your packed lunch.

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