Cultural & Social Events
Celebrate NanoInnovation’s 10th anniversary with a curated series of cultural and social events designed to inspire, connect, and engage participants in an atmosphere of cultural exchange and conviviality. Join us in the historic Cloister for theatre, conversations, music, and more.
Alongside the scientific program, NanoInnovation 2025 presents, for the first time, a rich calendar of cultural and social initiatives. From an evocative theatre performance celebrating pioneering women in science to a special gathering during Rome Future Week, from a convivial Green Spritz conversation to a thought-provoking book presentation and an elegant string quartet concert, these moments are designed to spark ideas and foster community.
Theatre Performance — Visionary Women Scientists
An evocative theatre journey through the lives of pioneering women who shaped science and knowledge. Born from the encounter of four women eager to share these stories with passion, the performance blends theatre and science communication to inspire future generations. Supported by iENTRANCE.
Date & Time: 16 September, 18:30–20:00
Location: Cloister
Gathering — iENTRANCE & Rome Future Week Connect
A connection event by iENTRANCE bringing together distinguished voices from different fields. This special occasion is part of the NanoInnovation 2025 Social Program and of Rome Future Week, a city-wide initiative dedicated to innovation and future scenarios across economy, culture, and society.
Date & Time: 17 September, 17:30–19:30
Location: Cloister
Meet & Sip — Green Spritz
A convivial and engaging format to explore key sustainability issues in a relaxed setting—a refreshing way to exchange ideas on serious topics while networking informally.
Date & Time: 17 September, 19:00–20:00
Location: To be confirmed
Book Presentation — Higher than the Gods by Marco Crescenzi
Starting from the provocative question of whether human beings are “perfect biological machines” or fragile creatures with room for improvement, the author guides readers on a fascinating journey into genetic engineering, opening new perspectives for reflection.
Date & Time: 18 September, 17:45–18:45
Location: Cloister
String Quartet Concert
An enchanting performance offering an evening of elegance and harmony—the perfect way to conclude the day on a high note. The concert unfolds as a musical tale of love across the hours of a single day, with works by Gershwin, Giacchino, Mancini, Rota, Gardel, Piazzolla, Mascagni, Bernstein, and Morricone.
Ensemble
- Violin I: Altin Mersin
- Violin II: Irene Di Domenicantonio
- Viola: Gianmarco Piemari
- Piano: Natalia Colantoni
Program
- Rhapsody in Blue — George Gershwin
- Married Life (from Up) — Michael Giacchino
- Moon River — Henry Mancini
- Love Theme (from Romeo and Juliet) — Nino Rota
- Por una Cabeza — Carlos Gardel
- El Tango de Roxanne (from Moulin Rouge) — Sting, arr. Craig Armstrong
- Adiós Nonino — Astor Piazzolla
- Intermezzo (from Cavalleria Rusticana) — Pietro Mascagni
- Somewhere (from West Side Story) — Leonard Bernstein
- Playing Love (from The Legend of 1900) — Ennio Morricone
Date & Time: 18 September, 19:00–20:00
Location: Cloister
Agenda
| Date | Time | Event | Venue |
| 16 September | 18:30–20:00 | Theatre Performance: Visionary Women Scientists | Cloister |
| 17 September | 17:30–19:30 | Gathering: iENTRANCE & Rome Future Week Connect | Cloister |
| 19:00–20:00 | Meet & Sip: Green Spritz | To be confirmed | |
| 18 September | 17:45–18:45 | Book Presentation: Higher than the Gods (Marco Crescenzi) | Cloister |
| 19:00–20:00 | String Quartet Concert — Caledonia Quartet | Cloister | |
Cultural Visits & Archaeological Tours
As part of the “Beyond the Conference” program, NanoInnovation 2025 offers participants the opportunity to complement the scientific sessions with guided cultural and archaeological visits. Carefully curated itineraries will allow attendees to experience the artistic, historical, and architectural heritage of Rome.
Final arrangements are currently being refined, and full details will be shared soon
See the file pdf for further details about the possible visits.
