Genomics improves diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorders in Valle d’Aosta
The findings expand current knowledge of the genetic causes of neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism and intellectual disability, highlighting the importance of whole-genome sequencing as a useful tool in clinical practice
From the ocean, the robotic arm inspired by the octopus
The octopus-inspired robotic arm prototype developed by the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia integrates tactile sensors into its suction cups to grasp and manipulate objects autonomously, even in aquatic environments
Brain Scans Reveal Two Distinct Subtypes of Autism With Different Underlying Biology
The study has linked distinct patterns of brain connectivity in autism to different underlying molecular mechanisms, offering a biological foundation for precision medicine approaches
Maugeri, the IIT and the University of Pisa bring robotics to hospitals
ALTER-EGO is the first humanoid machine to assist clinical staff in caring for ALS patients
The Timing of Trauma Leaves a Lasting Mark on the Brain and Behavior
The study published in Cell Reports Medicine reveals the impact of trauma on brain development and opens the way to potential personalized treatments
IIT Board approves 2025 Financial Statements and names Prof. Gianmario Verona new President
Farewell to the outgoing president and 2025 financial highlights
Graphene oxide added to the composition of the liquid artificial retina: a further step toward clinical trials
The Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, together with IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliera Metropolitana – Policlinico San Martino Hospital, has demonstrated that graphene oxide—used for the first time in the ophthalmic field—enhances the liquid artificial retina, increasing light sensitivity and recovery of visual function in advanced stages of retinitis pigmentosa
IIT joins the European project FORCE to strengthen anti-money laundering in cryptocurrency ecosystems
It was funded with €1.38 million through the Horizon Europe / MSCA Staff Exchange programme supporting interdisciplinary research and international collaboration
Sustainability Meets Robotics: The First Eco-Friendly Robotic Covers of Ankle and Knee Prostheses made of paper-based composites
They are the result of a collaboration between Italian Institute of Technology and the start-up Alkivio
Fondazione Telethon Supports IIT in the Study of a New Gene Therapy for the Rare Disease CTD
Fondazione Telethon has renewed its support for the research conducted by Alessandro Gozzi at the IIT Center in Rovereto on the rare genetic disorder known as Creatine Transporter Deficiency (CTD)