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Professor Lorenzo Coretti joins debate on The 'Mediation' of Democracy in Italy and Europe

This event is free and open to all. 
Registration and further information at secretary@knir.it or telephone (+39) 06.32696221

Facebook’s algorithms and political protest: a new publication by Professor Lorenzo Coretti

In this book, published by Routledge, Coretti (who co-authored the chapter with Daniele Pica) argues that the commercially-driven design of Facebook promotes ‘cycles of depression’ in those movements that adopt social media as means for mobilization and circulation of information.

AUR at Seeds&Chips: The Global Food Innovation Summit in Milan

On May 7 and 8, a delegation from the American University of Rome visited Seeds&Chips: The Global Food Innovation Summit in Milan. Seeds&Chips is dedicated to showcasing national and international talent and cutting-edge solutions from around the world to the problems of the Food System.

Postcards from Atlanta: AUR’s top achievers study abroad at Emory University

EmoryEach semester, a host of U.S. study abroad students arrive at AUR’s beautiful Rome campus to experience Italian culture and enrich their studies.

From trees to chocolate bars: Cacao, Culture, Innovation and Sustainability in a Changing World

This Master Class will offer in-depth knowledge on the cacao and chocolate value chain and the challenges and opportunities of a commodity originating from a different part of the world where it is mainly processed and consumed. Chocolate is more than a product; it’s a complex global system.

13 May 2026, 14:00
Via Pietro Roselli, 16
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Fifth Edition of the Journal of Italian Cinema & Media Studies International Conference

Call for Papers

Exploring the Landscape of Cinema and Media Studies in Italy Past and Present, Approaches and Issues

Fifth Edition of the Journal of Italian Cinema & Media Studies International Conference

In Person ONLY

11 Jun 2026, 9:00
Via Pietro Roselli, 4
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Heritage in Action: Inside PGS Heritage’s Fieldwork

Join us for a fast-paced look at how PGS Heritage blends independent consultancy with boots-on-the-ground practice - from Heritage Impact Assessments and GPR surveys to locating unmarked burials, to respectful relocation protocols, and the management of archaeological and built heritage for devel

27 Oct 2026, 19:00
Via Pietro Roselli, 16
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