IIT Global
Connecting research, talent and innovation worldwide
IIT Global defines the Italian Institute of Technology’s international positioning within the global scientific ecosystem. International engagement is a strategic dimension through which the Foundation strengthens scientific excellence, attracts and develops talent, and increases the impact of its research and innovation activities.
Through IIT Global, the Institute pursues selective, long‑term collaborations with outstanding partners worldwide, acting as a credible and proactive contributor to international research and innovation agendas.
Why international
IIT operates in a competitive and interconnected global research landscape, where international engagement is required for scientific leadership. Collaborating with partners worldwide enables IIT to strengthen scientific excellence, attract and develop top-level talent, and access expertise, infrastructure, and funding opportunities.
Internationalisation also supports the visibility, relevance, and long-term impact of IIT’s research and innovation activities. Through a structured, institution-wide approach, IIT Global ensures that international engagement is strategic, selective, and aligned with the Institute’s mission and priorities.
How IIT works internationally
IIT pursues international engagement through a coherent set of strategic instruments designed to support long-term, high-impact collaboration. These instruments address different objectives and time horizons while remaining aligned with IIT’s scientific priorities and institutional mission.
Through IIT Global, international activities are structured to ensure coherence, selectivity, and critical mass, enabling IIT to operate effectively within leading global research and innovation ecosystems.