INFN Torino
The Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare (INFN, National Institute for Nuclear Physics) is the research body that in Turin works closely with the University of Turin through the Physics Department, contributing to joint research and training activities with the university [1][2].
Cooperation with the University of Turin
In November 2026 INFN takes part, together with the University of Turin's Physics, Chemistry and Computer Science Departments, in launching the «Semiconductor Technologies» master's programme, a first-level higher apprenticeship course for training semiconductor specialists [1][2]. The institute's involvement gives students access to laboratories and expertise ranging from the study of materials to the design of sensors and integrated circuits, up to data acquisition and analysis systems [1].
The Semiconductor Technologies master's programme
The programme, open to graduates under 30 at the time of hiring, places participants with partner companies on a higher-apprenticeship contract over 24 months, combining work with lessons and laboratory activities [1][2]. The project also involves the Piedmont Region, which has supported the design of the programme from its early stages, including through the participation of councillor Andrea Tronzano in meetings between the university and businesses held at the Physics Department [2].
The initiative is part of the development of Piedmont's industrial focus on semiconductors, also reflected in the Silicon Box company's new plant in Novara [1]. Companies with at least one site in Piedmont can join the programme regardless of size or sector, taking part alongside the university and INFN in shaping the training curriculum [1][2].
Timeline
- — The University of Turin launches the new «Semiconductor Technologies» higher-apprenticeship master's programme, created through cooperation between the Physics, Chemistry and Computer Science Departments, INFN and the Piedmont Region. → TorinoOggi ANSA Piemonte
Sources
- UniTo, al via un nuovo master che sposa la vocazione del Piemonte per i semiconduttori — TorinoOggi, 11 November 2026
- Nuovo master dell'UniTo per formare specialisti dei semiconduttori — ANSA Piemonte, 11 November 2026