The University of Salerno is excited to be a driving force in the NEOLAiA (Greek for "youth") alliance. Funded by the European Commission until 2027, NEOLAiA represents a transformative approach to European higher education. This strategic alliance brings together nine young, research-oriented universities with a shared vision of creating a more inclusive and innovative educational space.

NEOLAiA goes beyond traditional partnerships, fostering a collaborative environment that transcends geographical borders. Imagine a unified European university campus – that's the essence of NEOLAiA. Students and faculty across member institutions will have unparalleled opportunities for joint research projects, exchange programs, and the development of shared curricula. This fosters a dynamic learning environment where students benefit from a diverse range of educational experiences and the combined expertise of all partner universities.

The NEOLAiA alliance extends its focus beyond the traditional classroom. It champions lifelong learning initiatives, ensuring educational opportunities throughout a person's life, while also fostering stronger ties with local communities. Through citizen engagement activities and partnerships beyond academia, NEOLAiA promotes active citizenship, skills development, and inclusive access to knowledge for people of all ages.

The University of Salerno's participation in NEOLAiA reflects its deep commitment to international collaboration and its dedication to providing students with a truly global educational perspective. By actively participating in this groundbreaking project, the University of Salerno empowers its students to become well-rounded individuals with the knowledge and intercultural understanding needed to thrive in a globalized world.

Outcomes

As part of its active engagement in NEOLAiA, the University of Salerno contributes to tangible outcomes that support open science, data sharing and collaborative research:

• A public repository for NEOLAiA's scientific results NEOLAiA Open Science Portal
• An open dataset repository
• A platform for the creation of collaborative open data
• Launching the NEOLAiA Open Research Hub​

To gather all these outcomes, a dedicated website has been created, presenting the NEOLAiA Alliance and its UNISA team. The site outlines all opportunities available to students and includes an events section with articles summarizing all activities and events in which UNISA has participated, such as in-person meetings, workshops, seminars, conferences, achievements, and much more, along with a beautiful photo gallery.