Carlo Maria Gallucci Calabrese, a professor at ESADE Business School, assumes his new role on September 1st, 2026. He has extensive professional experience in both business and academia, contributing significantly to internationalisation and growth.
A study found that prolonged Instagram use can blur boundaries between self and others, making it harder to recognize unique aspects of one's body. The research suggests that excessive social media use could lead to a loss of bodily identity, contributing to mental health issues such as depression and low self-esteem.
A study published in the International Journal of Child-Computer Interaction found that preschoolers attribute preferences in response to human gaze but struggle with robotic gaze. The research highlights the importance of designing richer interactions for children, beyond just imitating human signals.
The Faculty of Economics and Law, Piacenza-Cremona Campus, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore has earned AACSB accreditation for its commitment to teaching, research, and student learning. This achievement demonstrates the institution's ability to combine academic excellence with innovation and global perspective.
A study by the Catholic University of Milan found that taking a fake supplement for 3 weeks can lead to significant improvements in physical performance and cognitive function, especially when participants are aware they're taking a placebo. The open-label placebo group showed lower levels of perceived stress and improved short-term me...
A new study found that fecal microbiota transplantation can enhance the effectiveness of immunotherapy in patients with advanced metastatic renal cell carcinoma. The research showed improved clinical outcomes, including longer progression-free survival and higher response rates, in patients who received donor-derived fecal microbiota t...
A study found that the sudden appearance of Batman increases prosocial behavior, such as helping others, by interrupting routines and increasing present-moment awareness. In an experiment on the Milan subway, 67.21% of passengers offered their seats to a pregnant woman in the presence of Batman, compared to 37.66% without.
Researchers from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore develop hybrid endoscopes combining diagnostic and therapeutic functions. The MULTIPROBE project aims to revolutionize cancer care by providing a combined diagnostic and therapeutic tool using innovative endoscopic systems and cold plasma therapy.
Researchers at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore develop immersive VR experiences mimicking psychedelic substances' effects on cognitive and emotional processes. The study shows significant effects on flexibility, creativity, and emotional state, with potential for integrating cyberdelics into therapeutic protocols.
Researchers develop a new nanotechnological device that delivers lithium directly to the brain, targeting glycogen synthase kinase-3 beta enzyme. The treatment achieves similar effects as oral lithium but with lower concentrations and reduced side effects.
Researchers at Università Cattolica and Roma Tre University discovered phosphatase B55 as a master regulator of mitochondrial degradation and biogenesis. By modulating its activity, they found it can reduce Parkinson's symptoms in animal models.
Dr. Gianluca Ianiro has been awarded a €1.5 million ERC Starting Grant to investigate the precision modulation of the gut microbiome in post-infectious irritable bowel syndrome. The project aims to identify key microbial species associated with acute disease and develop novel modulation strategies.
A study published in Jama Health Forum found that COVID-19 vaccines saved 14.8 million years of life between 2020 and 2024. Most of these lives were saved among people aged 60 and older.
A recent consensus statement by radiologists aims to standardize the management of post-COVID patients with lung abnormalities. Up to 50% of hospitalized COVID-19 patients develop persistent or progressive respiratory symptoms and lung changes on chest CT scans, but these often stabilize or regress over time.
A study by Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore found that individuals with negative asthma expectations report worse symptoms over time. Conversely, optimistic patients exhibit improved respiratory function and slower disease progression.
An ultrasound scan of the baby's heart at the onset of labor can predict the outcome of birth and determine if contractions will be tolerated. The study suggests that identifying fetal cardiac function abnormalities early in labor may impact clinical management, potentially leading to expedited birth through operative delivery.
A European study found that a single dose of the long-acting antibody nirsevimab can halve hospitalisations for bronchiolitis in infants under six months old. The drug's effect was most pronounced in the first few months of life, with no significant reduction in older children.
A new drug called nerandomilast has shown significant efficacy in reducing disease progression by more than 50% in two phase 3 studies. This breakthrough treatment offers new therapeutic options for patients with pulmonary fibrosis, a life-threatening disease with a limited prognosis.
A study by Italian scientists has identified a distinct protein signature in the blood plasma of pediatric patients with Long COVID, characterized by increased inflammation and endothelial damage. The discovery could lead to the development of a simple diagnostic test based on a blood sample.
A panel of international experts has drawn up guidelines to standardize the analysis and use of gut microbiota tests. The consensus paper aims to reduce the use of inappropriate tests and pave the way for evidence-based development of human microbiota diagnostics in medicine.
The LiITA project creates an interoperable Knowledge Base for Italian language resources, enabling dialogue between resources and artificial intelligence model development. The project aims to foster innovation in linguistics and counteract declining interest in humanities studies.
A new study identified inhibiting the brain enzyme S-acyltransferase (zDHHC) through a nasal-spray drug as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's. The approach successfully counteracted cognitive decline and brain damage in animal models, including genetically modified mice.
Topological defects in the structure of certain insulating materials can trigger a transition to conductivity, enabling the development of new ultra-fast devices and memories. Researchers have discovered that these defects play a crucial role in the transformation of Mott materials from an insulating to a conductive state.
A new AI-based software developed to guide childbirth has been validated in a multicenter study using 2,154 ultrasound images from 16 centers worldwide. The tool provides precise, real-time information on the baby's head position, indicating whether to proceed with a natural descent or use a vacuum extractor.
Artificial intelligence is creating a new way of thinking with System 0, an external cognitive process that enhances human abilities. This system relies on AI's capabilities to process information and provide suggestions, but humans must interpret and assign meaning to the results.
Researchers discovered that children's understanding of others' motor intentions develops with age, but is already present at three years old. They measured the activation of a muscle involved in opening the mouth while performing tasks, finding that it activated earlier in older children.
The Strategic Alliance of Catholic Research Universities (SACRU) publishes a paper on planetary health, highlighting the disproportionate impact of climate change on marginalized communities. The authors emphasize the need for integrated solutions, social justice, and renewable energy to address global challenges.
Researchers found that pancreatic cancer cells employ a 'favorable genetic reshuffling' to evade treatments, leading to a potential breakthrough in developing targeted drugs. Alternative splicing plays a crucial role in this process, and the study identifies a specific splicing regulator called 'Quaking' that promotes chemoresistance.
Researchers have developed an engineered LIMK1 protein that can be activated by administering the drug rapamycin, resulting in improved memory function. This innovative approach has great potential applications in understanding memory processes and facilitating the identification of solutions for neuropsychiatric diseases.
A new AI-based model, IRON, analyzes patient clinical features and tumor characteristics to predict therapy response in high-grade ovarian cancer patients. The model achieved an 80% accuracy rate, significantly better than current clinical methods.
Researchers have discovered a new mechanism underlying the neuroprotective effects of physical activity on Parkinson's disease. Intensive exercise has been shown to slow disease progression by restoring striatal synaptic plasticity and improving dopamine release, leading to better motor control and visuospatial learning.
The energy crisis will fundamentally alter the global energy landscape, with Europe shifting towards green alternatives and industrial landscapes reorganizing due to high energy costs. Researchers must evaluate the implications for climate action, social inequality, and economic nationalism.
Researchers at Università Cattolica developed a bio and green fertilizer from food chain waste, reducing chemical nitrogen fertilizers by 30% and improving plant growth. The study estimates a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions associated with chemical fertilizer production.
Italian scientists have discovered a new mechanism of drug resistance in breast cancer that leads to the formation of cancer stem cells. The research found that tumor cells release alarmins during chemotherapy, which can reprogram residual cancer cells into stem cells with high invasive potential.