Starry Innovation: Pierluigi Casolaro Wins Canada-Italy Award
Canada-Italy Prize for Innovation 2025 awarded to Pierluigi Casolaro for a groundbreaking space radiation dosimeter project.
A Bright Mind from Naples Triumphs
Pierluigi Casolaro, RTDa at the University of Naples Federico II, Department of Physics ‘Ettore Pancini, has garnered global attention after being awarded the Canada-Italy Prize for Innovation 2025. His project, titled “Starry Crystals on Fiber: a Novel Dosimeter for Space Radiation,” marks a monumental achievement in space safety technology.
A Collaborative Effort Across Continents
The winning project was developed in collaboration with the TRIUMF Research Centre in Vancouver, Canada. This partnership epitomizes the enduring synergy between the Canadian and Italian scientific communities. With a focus on crafting a state-of-the-art dosimeter, the project shows promising potential in enhancing safety measures for both manned and unmanned space missions.
Strengthening Ties through Innovation
According to Unina, the Canada-Italy Innovation Prize aims to foster collaboration across borders, paving the way for innovative and sustainable socio-economic progress. This year’s award highlights focus areas such as energy security, artificial intelligence, space technology, and migration management. Casolaro’s groundbreaking work is set to contribute significantly to the enhancement of space mission safety.
Recognition from International Leaders
In the award letter, Canada’s Ambassador to Italy emphasized the vital role of such awards in promoting scientific cooperation. The ambassador’s words serve as a testament to the strategic collaboration that not only strengthens bilateral ties but also amplifies advancements in science and technology.
A Catalyst for Future Endeavors
Casolaro’s achievement underscores the spirit of innovation that the Canada-Italy Prize for Innovation seeks to champion. As scientists and researchers continue to push the boundaries of knowledge, initiatives like this award will remain crucial in nurturing a culture of collaboration and discovery, ultimately benefiting global scientific progress.