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See the laboratories of Tecnopolo di Rimini
Introducing the laboratories that help your business grow
There are four specialized laboratories operating within Tecnopolo di Rimini, each one boasting expertise and tools for specialised scientific and industrial fields.
Research areas range from energy and the environment to new materials, from advanced mechanics to digital technologies and ICT.
Research areas range from energy and the environment to new materials, from advanced mechanics to digital technologies and ICT.
CIRI FRAME – Renewable Sources, Environment, Sea, and Energy
The CIRI FRAME laboratory (Renewable Sources, Environment, Sea, Energy) focuses on environmental sustainability and the development of solutions for the ecological transition.
It provides expertise and equipment for the analysis, monitoring, and design of sustainable systems.
It provides expertise and equipment for the analysis, monitoring, and design of sustainable systems.
Main activities:
- Chemical and environmental analysis of materials, compounds, and waste
- Study and optimization of resource recovery, treatment, and reutilization processes
- Assessment of production process sustainability
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Carbon Footprint studies
- Projects for renewable energy and efficient management of natural resources
Fields of application: green economy, alternative energy, waste processing, sustainable chemistry, circular economy.
CIRI FRAME Laboratories and Activities
Instrumental Laboratory
It has most of the analytical equipment and is involved in the analysis of organic compounds and the characterization of polymer matrices, both natural and synthetic.
Preparation Laboratory 1
It carries out electrochemical analyses, leaching tests, and compliance tests on waste, as well as studies on the adsorption and desorption processes of contaminants on several matrices.
Metal Analysis Laboratory
Devoted to sample preparation (acid digestion) and the determination of metals in various matrices, from waste to environmental samples.
Preparation Laboratory 2
A space equipped for preparing samples sensitive to contamination, such as rainwater and atmospheric dust. We perform extractions of organic micropollutants from solid and liquid matrices.
Computing Laboratory
We carry out Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Mass Flow Analysis (MFA) studies using dedicated software to assess environmental impacts and material flows in production systems.
CIRI MAM – Advanced Mechanics and Materials
The CIRI MAM (Advanced Mechanics and Materials) laboratory develops solutions for designing new materials, improving mechanical performance, and enhancing the sustainability of production processes.
It collaborates with companies in the manufacturing, packaging, fashion, and cosmetics sectors.
It collaborates with companies in the manufacturing, packaging, fashion, and cosmetics sectors.
Main activities:
- Mechanical, chemical, and physical characterization of materials
- Study and development of composite, polymeric, and metallic materials
- Stability, durability, and performance analysis of innovative materials
- Development of cosmetic, nutraceutical, and textile formulations
- Chemical-toxicological testing and validation of industrial products
Fields of application: mechanical engineering, automotive, cosmetics, fashion, packaging, advanced materials.
CIRI MAM Laboratories and Activities
Chemical-toxicology laboratory
It develops and applies protocols to profile chemical-toxicological substances of cosmetic, textile, and industrial interest.
Analytical laboratory for volatile substances
It validates methods for characterizing natural volatile substances that can be used as raw materials in cosmetic products.
Industrial modeling laboratory
It supports companies in designing and simulating production processes through customized industrial models.
Context analysis laboratory
It analyzes the economic, productive, and social backgrounds where new projects will be embedded to promote effective implementation.
Interoperability Laboratory
It develops protocols for information exchange and business-to-business coordination, focusing on the textile, clothing, and footwear supply chain.
CIRI ICT – Information and Communication Technologies
The CIRI ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) laboratory focuses on research and development in the digital field, emphasizing virtual design, simulation systems, and immersive reality.
It supports companies and institutions in the digital transformation process.
It supports companies and institutions in the digital transformation process.
Main activities:
- 3D virtual modeling and prototyping
- Interactive simulations and immersive reality for training and design
- Development of customized software and hardware solutions
- Digital systems for Industry 4.0 and business-to-business interoperability
- Data analysis and management for process optimization
Fields of application: ICT, industrial design, training, logistics, digital tourism, Industry 4.0.
CIRI ICT specialized laboratories
3D laboratory for design and simulation
A learning and research hub equipped with dedicated computing infrastructure for immersive and mixed 3D design, simulation, and visualization.
Training and knowledge-transfer laboratory
It organizes seminars, workshops, and courses to build skills in 3D and applied digital tech.
University–Business Collaboration
CIRI ICT promotes co-design between research and business, fostering skills and know-how exchange between academia and production. It works as a bridge to spark the emergence of new projects and strengthen the innovation ecosystem.
INT.TUR – Technological Innovation in Tourism Services
INT.TUR is the branch of the CAST Center dedicated to industrial research and technology transfer for the development of products, services, and processes in the tourism sector.
Established in 2022, INT.TUR brings together a multidisciplinary group of scholars from both scientific and humanities backgrounds.
It is part of the UNESCO/UNITWIN and UNWTO networks and is accredited within Emilia-Romagna’s High Technology Network.
INT.TUR also participates in the Clust-ER Tourism and Urban Economy networks, contributing to the innovation of regional production systems. Its mission is to enhance the territory through sustainable solutions in the economic, environmental, social, and wellness fields.
Established in 2022, INT.TUR brings together a multidisciplinary group of scholars from both scientific and humanities backgrounds.
It is part of the UNESCO/UNITWIN and UNWTO networks and is accredited within Emilia-Romagna’s High Technology Network.
INT.TUR also participates in the Clust-ER Tourism and Urban Economy networks, contributing to the innovation of regional production systems. Its mission is to enhance the territory through sustainable solutions in the economic, environmental, social, and wellness fields.
It supports companies and stakeholders in the supply chain with models, data, and best practices to improve:
- Economic analysis, productivity, and efficiency
- Sustainability and social responsibility
- Digitalization, business intelligence, and marketing
- Management and international competitiveness
INT.TUR's activities align with:
- EU Cohesion Policy 2021–2027
- UN Agenda 2030
- the new Smart Specialization Strategy (S3) of the Emilia-Romagna Region