Just a month before his 71st birthday — he was born in Livorno on May 24, 1954 — Mario Fiorentini passed away. He was Professor of Roman Law and Foundations of European Law at the Department of IUSLIT of the University of Trieste.

After earning his Law degree with honors in 1981 from the University of Pisa, he joined the first cycle of the PhD program in Roman Law and the Law of the Eastern Mediterranean (University of Rome La Sapienza, 1983–1986), focusing his research on culti gentilizi, the subject of his first monograph (1988). In 1991, he won a national competition for a research position at the Faculty of Law of the University of Rome Tor Vergata, where he remained until 1996. That year, he transferred to Trieste, where he would later be appointed Associate Professor in the early 2000s, following the publication of Fiumi e mari nell’esperienza giuridica romana (2003).

Though afflicted for some time by a painful illness, he continued his studies until the very end, driven by an unshakable passion for antiquity. A profound scholar, he was able to move effortlessly between legal, archaeological, literary, and historical dimensions. In the last decade, his research activity intensified, resulting in numerous refined essays and two substantial monographs: Il giurista e l’eretico (2016) and Natura e diritto nell’esperienza romana (2022).

Colleagues remember him as courteous to all and always ready with a witty remark; seated in his office, hunched over his computer from late morning into the evening, his door always open to welcome students, with whom he had a bond of total dedication and sincere affection — a sentiment clearly echoed on a Facebook page in his honor: Quelli che amano il Prof. Fiorentini.

Enrolment is now open for degree programmes at the University of Trieste for the 2025/2026 academic year. Prospective students can register online at: https://portale.units.it/it/studiare/immatricolarsi.

With over 80 active degree programmes, including bachelor’s, master’s and single-cycle degrees, UniTS stands out on the national stage for the breadth and diversity of its academic offering. Covering all major fields of knowledge such as science, technology, healthcare, economics, law, humanities, social sciences and languages, the University continues to see steady growth in student enrolments, in contrast to national trends, thanks to the high quality of its teaching and services.

NEW DEGREE PROGRAMMES

The upcoming academic year will see the launch of four new degree programmes, designed to meet the evolving demands of the job market and to train highly qualified professionals in key sectors such as environmental sustainability, healthcare, applied psychology and European political science.

In addition, the existing Bachelor's Degree in Dental Hygiene, currently available in Trieste, will also be offered at the Pordenone campus. This decision responds to strong and consistent demand in recent years, with applications regularly more than double the number of available places.

New programmes launching in 2025/26:

Earth Sciences for Sustainable Development
Language: English 
Location: Trieste

This Bachelor’s Degree provides a solid foundation in geosciences with an innovative focus on georesources and geological risk in the context of global sustainability. The

programme includes extensive lab work and field activities, with a limited intake of 50 students to ensure a high-quality learning experience. Unique in Italy for both its language of instruction and thematic content, the course qualifies graduates to sit the State Examination for Junior Geologist and to continue on to master’s or doctoral studies.

Rehabilitation Sciences of Healthcare Professions
Language: Italian 
Location: Trieste

This Master's Degree trains professionals with advanced skills in teaching, management and research in the field of rehabilitation. Aimed at graduates in rehabilitation-related healthcare professions, the course prepares students for leadership roles, university-level teaching and research pathways. It features innovative teaching and research content, including tele-rehabilitation, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, robotics and sustainable healthcare models. The curriculum is aligned with the latest developments in the profession and the modern healthcare landscape.

Applied Social and Cognitive Psychology
Language: Italian (with some modules in English) 
Location: Trieste

This Master's Degree trains professionals to work in non-clinical psychology settings, integrating social and cognitive expertise with a strong applied orientation. Students can tailor their learning by choosing from four application areas: community and wellbeing, work and organisations, ergonomics and technology, and people–environment–animals–society. The degree qualifies graduates to practise as psychologists and prepares them for roles across the public, private and third sectors. It stands out for its integrated approach and its focus on topical issues such as sustainability, inclusion and psychosocial wellbeing.

Political Science – Integration and Governance (PoSIG)
Language: English 
Location: Gorizia

PoSIG is an international Master’s Degree taught entirely in English for graduates in political and international studies. Developed by a consortium of thirteen European and Balkan universities, it requires students to attend at least two partner institutions and awards a joint degree. The curriculum covers areas such as comparative politics, European integration, international relations and political theory. The University of Trieste hosts the second semester of the first year, with courses focused on conflict mediation, democracy and European identity. The programme includes policy-making activities and offers opportunities for internships and international mobility.

EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER OUTCOMES: STRONG RESULTS FOR UNITS GRADUATES

The effectiveness of UniTS’s academic offering is reflected in graduate employment figures, as shown in the latest AlmaLaurea survey.

One year after graduation, nearly 85% of bachelor’s graduates who do not continue their studies are employed — a rate above the national average of 78.6%. The University also performs well in terms of salary, with a net monthly average of €1,522, higher than both the Italian (€1,492) and Friuli Venezia Giulia (€1,497) averages.

Results are even more striking for master’s graduates: the employment rate one year after graduation reaches 87%, versus 78.6% nationally. The average net monthly salary is €1,607, compared to €1,488 nationally. After five years, the employment rate rises to 93%, exceeding both the regional (92.7%) and national (89.7%) averages. Graduates earn an average of €1,988 per month, with figures reaching €2,014 for two-year master's graduates and €1,949 for those in single-cycle programmes.

STUDENT SUPPORT AND FINANCIAL AID

For the 2025/2026 academic year, UniTS reaffirms its strong commitment to supporting the right to education. It remains one of just nine Italian universities to raise the no-tax area to an ISEE (Equivalent Economic Situation Indicator) threshold of €30,000, well

above the national benchmark of €22,000. This ensures full tuition fee exemption for a broader range of students.

Full exemption also continues for recipients of scholarships awarded by ARDiS, the Regional Agency for the Right to Higher Education, which are granted to 100% of eligible applicants.

Merit-based financial aid is also confirmed, accounting for around half of all exemptions and reductions, reflecting both the high calibre of the UniTS student body and the University’s commitment to rewarding academic achievement.

GUIDANCE AND STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

UniTS provides comprehensive support to help future students make informed decisions about their academic path. The Orientation Office offers personalised advice, information sessions and dedicated initiatives — both in person and online — to assist students at every stage of the decision-making process. 

Contacts: +39 040 3473 787 - orientamento@units.it 

Health, local communities, prevention, and public awareness are the key themes of Health Between Land and Sea, a new public engagement and social responsibility project launched by the Department of Medical, Surgical and Health Sciences (DSM) at the University of Trieste, starting on Saturday, June 21.

The initiative features a program of educational, sports, and experiential activities held in everyday settings such as the coastline, the sea, and the Karst Plateau. It aims to strengthen the connection between health, the local environment, and physical activity, while building a network of institutions, sports associations, and scientific organizations committed to promoting good prevention practices.

The project is funded through the University’s Public and Social Engagement Call – part of its Third Mission activities – which annually supports initiatives developed by departments to foster cultural growth, social development, public well-being, and quality of life.

"Beyond teaching and research," said Luigi Murena, Director of DSM, "the University must promote knowledge and culture. The event on Saturday, June 21 aligns perfectly with this goal. The program focuses on the theme of safety, conveyed and demonstrated in its many forms. Together with numerous partners, we have designed an engaging and stimulating program for the entire community."

The project, presented in the City Council Hall, is organized in partnership with the Municipality of Trieste—Departments for Urban Policy and for Sports and Public Property—and in collaboration with ASUGI (Local Health Authority), ICGEB, IRCCS Burlo Garofolo, Pallanuoto Trieste Samer&Co. Shipping, Trieste Campus, Triestina Nuoto Samer&Co. Shipping, and Band of Rescue – FIN Salvamento.

"With this first event," added Alex Buoite Stella, DSM delegate for public engagement, "we aim to meet citizens where they spend their leisure time. Our goal is to promote awareness of the benefits of community-based prevention and, at the same time, highlight the safety measures needed to manage and reduce risks—specifically those related to swimming and seaside activities. Information and prevention will be the key themes of the day."

One of the most popular summer gathering spots in Trieste, Barcola’s Pine Grove, will host the day’s activities, which begin in the morning. After the opening of the information stand and official greetings, attendees can join a physical warm-up session led by the Trieste Campus team. Young athletes from Triestina Nuoto will then dive into the sea for a live open-water swimming demonstration, followed by a canine rescue demonstration by Band of Rescue – FIN Salvamento. In the afternoon, players from Pallanuoto Trieste will hold a water polo training session. The day will conclude at 6 p.m. with a public talk focusing on the benefits and risks associated with sun exposure, swimming, and water rescue, featuring contributions from professors, doctors, and safety experts.

Upcoming events in the Health Between Land and Sea project include two community hikes, scheduled for September 2025 during the European Mobility Week, and March 2026, offering citizens the chance to discover the diverse trails and natural richness of the Trieste Karst.

At the invitation of Nicola Minasi, Head of the Crisis Unit at the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), Pro-Rector Valter Sergo of the University of Trieste participated in an operational briefing in Rome. The session focused on ensuring the safety of academic staff operating in regions affected by international crises, conflicts, or political instability.

In recent years, UniTS has revised its overseas mission protocols, implementing a system that ensures preventive notification to the MFA when researchers travel to areas deemed high-risk.

The visit—following on from Dr. Minasi’s official trip to the University of Trieste in December 2022—forms part of the University’s broader engagement in scientific diplomacy and underpins the deepening collaboration between UniTS and the Ministry.

Once again, Trieste Next is launching its Volunteer Project, giving all UniTS students the chance to take an active role in the Festival of Scientific Research, taking place from 26th to 28th September.

Why volunteer for Trieste Next? 

• You’ll be at the heart of the festival – from labs and lectures to front-line events
• You’ll gain first-hand insight into the world of scientific research and the people behind it
• You’ll strengthen your communication and organisational skills
• You’ll have fun, learn, and connect with fellow students, lecturers, and researchers

Plus… you’ll earn 1 ECTS credit for 25 hours of volunteering!

Just submit your certificate to your Department’s Student Office.

Don’t miss out – join the Trieste Next team!

Apply by 31st July by filling in the online form.

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A multicentre study by the University of Trieste, conducted by Luca Cegolon (Department of Hygiene and Preventive Medicine) and Francesca Larese Filon (Department of Occupational Medicine), has just been published in the scientific journal Vaccines. The study examined sensitisation to Thimerosal in 31,948 patients who underwent patch testing between 1997 and 2023 for suspected allergic contact dermatitis, across four centres in the Triveneto area: Trieste, Pordenone, Padua and Trento-Bolzano.

Thimerosal (also known as Merthiolate) is a mercury-based compound consisting of ethylmercury and thiosalicylic acid. It was developed in 1927 as a preservative with antimicrobial properties and widely used from the 1930s onwards in vaccines and various medical products, including topical antiseptics, ointments, nasal sprays, eye drops, and more.

Immune-mediated reactions to mercury-containing products are well documented, the most common being allergic contact dermatitis. Thimerosal was named “Allergen of the Year” in 2002 by the American Contact Dermatitis Society, due to the high prevalence of sensitisation combined with its low clinical relevance.

Most clinically relevant allergic reactions to Thimerosal occur through exposure to cosmetics or ophthalmic preparations, often resulting in facial dermatitis. For this reason, Thimerosal sensitivity is more frequent in women, due to cosmetic use, and in occupational groups such as healthcare workers, who may be exposed through vaccination.

Concerns over potential neurological side effects of Thimerosal began to emerge in the early 1980s, leading to its removal from vaccines in Denmark (1992) and Sweden (1993). Thimerosal-containing vaccines were alleged to impair children's neurodevelopment, increasing the risk of autism, attention deficit disorder and language delay.

In 1999, several major U.S. bodies – in particular the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, and the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) – recommended that Thimerosal be removed from all vaccines as soon as possible on a precautionary basis, out of concern for exceeding the cumulative exposure limits to methylmercury set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Although no scientific evidence confirmed these concerns, both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Medicines Evaluation Agency (EMEA) aligned with these recommendations. In the early 2000s, many EU member states, including Italy, removed Thimerosal from vaccines. On 24th June 2005, the Council of the European Union recommended its removal from all vaccine preparations and medicinal products, as part of the European Commission's Mercury Strategy of 28th January 2005.

As a result of these restrictive policies, both the prevalence and clinical significance of positive Thimerosal reactions in patch testing have declined sharply in Europe. For example, a European study conducted between 2015 and 2018 reported a Thimerosal patch test reaction rate of 2.5%. In the United States, however, Thimerosal sensitisation remains much higher (10–20%), likely due to its continued use as a preservative in certain vaccines, including influenza vaccines.

The University of Trieste study shows a decreasing trend in Thimerosal sensitisation, from 8.13% in 1997 to 0.95% in 2023, with an average rate of 8.41% between 1997 and 2015, and 4.01% during the period 2010–2023.

Sensitisation to Thimerosal was significantly more frequent in patients born between 1981 and 1990, when the substance was still widely used in pharmaceuticals and childhood vaccines. The higher prevalence of positive patch test reactions in healthcare workers likely reflects greater adherence to influenza vaccination in this occupational group compared to others. In fact, until at least 2008, many vaccine formulations authorised in the European Union still contained Thimerosal.

However, patch test reactions to Thimerosal detected after 2000 are likely to be of little or no clinical relevance.

The DNA of a freshwater jellyfish of non-native origin, specifically Asian (Craspedacusta sowerbii), has been detected in the underground waters of the Timavo River inside the Luftloch cave, recently discovered by the Adriatic Speleological Society.

This significant scientific discovery is the result of collaboration between the University of Trieste, the Adriatic Speleological Society (SAS), and the Trieste Civic Museum of Natural History.

The sampling and analyses were carried out by the research group coordinated by Chiara Manfrin of the Department of Life Sciences at UniTS, as part of a project aimed at monitoring biodiversity in subterranean environments through the use of environmental DNA (eDNA). This innovative technique makes it possible to detect genetic traces left by organisms in their habitat, allowing the identification of species that are not easily observed.

‘This method allows us, by filtering water, to detect genetic traces left by organisms in the surrounding environment, thus enabling the identification of species that are difficult to observe directly,’ explains Manfrin. ‘The results revealed the presence of Craspedacusta sowerbii DNA, a non-native species originating in China, harmless to humans but whose effects on Karst ecosystems are under study.’

The discovery follows on from previous observations of the jellyfish in the Slovenian section of the Reka-Timavo since 2016, conducted by the Trieste Civic Museum of Natural History and published in a scientific note by Nicola Bressi and Andrea Colla. The genetic confirmation obtained now further strengthens the hypothesis of the species’ presence in the underground waters of the Karst.

The creation of a new professional profile specialising in climate risk modelling and its correlation with financial markets is the aim of a 15-year agreement signed by the University of Trieste, Generali, and ModeFinance, a TeamSystem Group company and spin-off of the University.

The project, Climate and Financial Risk Analysis in the Market Ecosystem, will support, starting from the next academic year, the recently launched curriculum in Physics of Complex Systems, Climate and Finance within the Master’s Degree in Physics – a programme that is entirely new in the national landscape.

Thanks to the contribution of these three organisations, an additional teaching post will be created within the programme, and a doctoral scholarship in Physics on the topic will be funded. An initial chair has already been funded by the University, as it is considered strategic within the activities of the Department of Physics, recognised as a Department of Excellence.

The new lecturer will join the academic staff at UniTS, bringing innovation to the crucial area of quantitative risk assessment associated with climate change. This will make it possible to train new modelling experts capable of assessing critical issues (markets, finance, damage, floods, rainfall, etc.) linked to the rapid evolution of the climate. The collaboration between the University of Trieste and these two major business players will be further strengthened through their involvement in teaching activities with lectures and seminars, providing students with specific and practical skills, as well as in project and research activities.

The curriculum also already benefits from the active involvement of other institutions and businesses in the Trieste System, including ARPA FVG and List SpA, through various forms of collaboration in teaching.

Roberto Di Lenarda, Rector of the University of Trieste, stated:
‘The creation of this new programme is one of the brightest examples of the innovative character and alignment with labour market needs of our master’s degrees. Together with Generali, who support us in various teaching and research projects, and ModeFinance, we have succeeded in enhancing the skills offered by the Master’s Degree in Physics with an operational approach closely tied to today’s challenges. Our students will benefit from the close relationship with two top-level business partners.’

Carlo Ferraresi, Group Chief Risk Officer of Generali, commented:
‘This initiative is not simply an academic agreement, but the realisation of a shared vision: to build the skills of the future to tackle one of the most complex and urgent challenges of our time. At Generali, we want to contribute to the resilience of communities and businesses, not only through compensation but by anticipating risks, guiding behaviours, and promoting sustainability through mitigation and adaptation to climate change. This requires professionals capable of understanding the complexity of environmental, social, and financial phenomena, and that is precisely the objective of the curriculum and doctoral scholarship we are announcing today. It is no coincidence that this initiative is taking place in Trieste, a city with a world-class scientific ecosystem and home to our historic headquarters.’

Valentino Pediroda, Co-Founder and CEO of ModeFinance, a TeamSystem Group company, concluded:
‘ModeFinance was founded as a spin-off of the University of Trieste and has maintained a solid and continuous relationship with the academic world since its inception. We are particularly proud to launch this collaboration, which aims to train a new highly qualified and multidisciplinary professional profile. The integrated theoretical-practical educational path, with project and research activities, represents a concrete opportunity to respond to current and future market challenges. We believe that professionals trained through this programme will make a significant contribution to climate risk analysis and management and credit rating, in a context where sustainability and financial resilience are increasingly central and interconnected.’

PHOTO: Valentino Pediroda, Co- founder e AD Modefinance; Roberto Di Lenarda, Rettore Università di Trieste; Carlo Ferraresi, Group Chief Risk Officer Generali; Giuseppe Della Ricca, Direttore Dipartimento di Fisica UniTS.

A research team from the University of Trieste and Burlo Garofolo Research Hospital has developed an innovative strategy for preserving fertility in paediatric cancer patients. The strategy involves applying integrated bioengineering and cell therapy techniques to the autotransplantation of cryopreserved ovarian tissue. This procedure consists of extracting a portion of the ovary before cancer treatment, freezing it, and re-implanting it in the same patient once they have recovered.

In particular, the researchers demonstrated that adding autologous cells derived from blood vessels, isolated from the same sample, to the ovarian tissue can encourage faster revascularisation of the graft, thereby improving the supply of oxygen and nutrients. This approach could make a significant contribution to preserving fertility in affected patients.

The study is the result of collaboration with two major regional research institutions: the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), under the guidance of Prof. Serena Zacchigna (head of the Cardiovascular Biology Laboratory and a lecturer at the University of Trieste), and the international research centre Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste.

The results of the study, conducted on animal models, were published in the prestigious scientific journal Bioactive Materials.

The research group is led by Chiara Agostinis, doctor and researcher at Burlo Garofolo Research Hospital; Roberta Bulla, lecturer at the Department of Life Sciences of the University of Trieste; and Giuseppe Ricci, lecturer at the Department of Medicine, Surgery and Health Sciences at the University of Trieste and Director of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Clinic at Burlo Garofolo Research Hospital.

‘This work lays the groundwork for a follow-up preclinical study,’ explains Chiara Agostinis, ‘in which we plan to explore in more depth the potential and efficacy of our experimental approach, including its possible benefits for the endocrine function of the autotransplanted ovary.’

 ‘Although international guidelines have recently upgraded this procedure from experimental to clinical,’ adds Prof. Giuseppe Ricci, ‘several aspects of the protocol still need to be optimised; this would allow more hospitals and research institutes to adopt it as part of routine clinical care. At present, in Italy, very few centres offer this treatment, making access difficult for patients.’ 

The experimental protocol was developed by Dr Mariagiulia Spazzapan as part of her PhD research and represents a significant innovation in the field of fertility preservation. Dr Lorella Pascolo, a researcher at Burlo Garofolo Research Hospital, carried out post-transplant tissue assessment using X-ray microtomography. The analyses were conducted on the SYRMEP beamline at Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste by Dr Elena Longo.

Scientific research has made great strides in the treatment of paediatric cancers, which in most cases are now curable. However, the challenge remains to improve quality of life after treatment, which may involve chemotherapy or radiotherapy that can impair normal sexual development and fertility. 
In recent years, for prepubescent patients, autotransplantation of cryopreserved ovarian tissue has offered a tangible hope of fertility restoration. Nevertheless, this procedure still has a low success rate due to the lack of oxygen in the transplanted tissue before it becomes connected to the local blood supply. This condition causes stress that leads to the loss of many oocytes, drastically reducing the functionality of the transplanted tissue.

The success achieved by the research team in Trieste offers promising prospects for the development of new clinical solutions capable of giving young cancer patients a better long-term outlook for their health and fertility.

The study was funded by the Italian Ministry of Health (projects RC 23/18 and 20/23 Burlo Garofolo Research Hospital), the Ministry of University and Research (MUR), the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) – Next Generation EU (CUP J53D23001020006 assigned to RB), and the PON Research and Innovation programme, REACT EU 2014–2020.

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Full study published in Bioactive Materials

Endothelial cell supplementation promotes xenograft revascularization during short-term ovarian tissue transplantation

Mariagiulia Spazzapana, Silvia Pegorarob, Roman Vuericha,c, Gabriella Zitob, Andrea Balduitb, Elena Longod, Lorella Pascolob, Miriam Toffolie, Giorgia Meshinie, Alessandro Mangognab, Gloria Rosf, Francesca Buonomob, Federico Romanob, Letizia Lombardellig, Giovanni Papae, Marie-Pierre Piccinnig, Serena Zacchignac,e, Chiara Agostinisb,*, Roberta Bullaa,1, Giuseppe Riccib,e,1.

1. Department of Life Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
2. Institute for Maternal and Child Health, Burlo Garofolo Research Hospital, Trieste, Italy
3. Cardiovascular Biology Laboratory, International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), Trieste, Italy
4. Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste SCpA, Basovizza, Trieste, 34149, Italy
5. Department of Medicine, Surgery and Health Sciences, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy
6. Central RNA Laboratory, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT), Genova, Italy

UniTS, together with the Municipality of Trieste, is the organiser of Bloomsday 2025 - A celebration of Joyce, scheduled from 13th to 16th June.

The organising committee includes professors Laura Pelaschiar, lecturer of English Literature, and Paolo Quazzolo, lecturer of the History of Theatre.

Each year, the festival focuses on a part of Ulysses, which the University dramatises in collaboration with the Teatro Stabile del Friuli Venezia Giulia. 

This year's show, entitled Eumaeus. Ovvero: misteri, marinai, tatuaggi e tazze di caffè (Eumaeus: mysteries, sailors, tattoos and cups of coffee), will be held in the Sala Bartoli on Sunday 15th June at 9:00, with a repeat performance on Monday 16th at 19:00. The cast includes actors from the Compagnia del Teatro Stabile: Riccardo Maranzana, Francesco Godina and Emanuele Fortunati. They will be joined by students from the DiSU Department and the authors of the text, Pelaschiar and Quazzolo. 

The theme of the sixteenth edition of the Bloomsday festival is Eumaeus. The Shelter, the sixteenth chapter of James Joyce's novel Ulysses. 

As is now tradition, the festival includes a series of events such as animations, exhibitions, shows, concerts, food events, guided tours, conferences and book presentations, including the new Forse che sì. Joyce fra Pascoli e Gadda (Maybe so. Joyce between Pascoli and Gadda) by Andrea Cortellessa, guest of honour at the Festival.

The 2025 edition of the event will have a new venue: the LETS - Letteratura Trieste museum, in Piazza Hortis, the Joyce Museum’s new premises. Without abandoning its nomadic nature, this year the festival will take shelter in the Forum room of the LETS Museum, where most of the activities will take place and where the exhibition of ink and watercolour works Pigment and Parable. Eumeo - Il rifugio by Croatian illustrator Tea Jurišić will also be open to visitors (free admission until 15th September). This is accompanied by an exhibition of figurative works by Frank Ritmeester inspired by Joyce's work, on display at the Antico Caffè San Marco. The artistically inspired events are rounded off with the Poppysmic plopslop collage workshop, based on Joyce's onomatopoeia, curated by Susan Petri.

As always, the programme is a dense interweaving of new features and returning favourites. Once again the festival will feature some of the traditional events such as the Eumeo in mezz'oravademecum, an introduction to this year’s theme conducted by Laura Pelaschiar, the immersive breakfasts animated by the dialect theatre company L'Armonia, the walking tours of the literary city led by Riccardo Cepach and the tour of Joycean places curated by Francesca Scarpato and Paolo Quazzolo. 

Bloomsday is organised by the Joyce Museum, managed by the Municipality of Trieste in collaboration with the Department of Humanities at the University of Trieste, with the support of the Regional Tourism Promotion Office and the Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Administrative management: Gloria Deotto and Paolo Quazzolo

Scientific management: Laura Pelaschiar

Artistic management: Riccardo Cepach

 

Discover the Bloomsday 2025 programme https://lets.trieste.it/bloomsday-2025/