University of Naples Federico II celebrates 100 years of Aerospace Engineering

The School of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Naples Federico II is celebrating its centenary. The milestone event will take place from October 13 to 15 at the Piazzale Tecchio campus.

The three-day program aims to reflect on a century of education, research, and innovation that has contributed to the scientific and technological development of Italy. The event will cover the institution's historical journey, its current activities, and the future challenges facing the aerospace sector.

The first day, titled ‘A history 100 years long’, will focus on the school's origins and memory. It will feature addresses from Rector Andrea Mazzucchi, Pro-rector Nicola Bianco, and acting Director of the Department of Industrial Engineering Livio Cricelli. The sessions will be led by Michele Grassi, Coordinator of the Aerospace Engineering course, and Sergio De Rosa, professor and president of the Italian Association of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIDAA).