From October 31 to November 2, 2025, the Genova Blue District hosted RAISE Action, three days dedicated to exploring the most advanced technologies developed within the RAISE innovation ecosystem.
The event marked the conclusion of the RAISE Village journey at the 2025 Genoa Science Festival, transforming the Blue District into an interactive laboratory where the public, researchers, and companies shared experiences, ideas, and prototypes born from the collaboration between science and technology.
RAISE Action offered visitors an immersive experience in the world of robotics, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation. Researchers from universities, research institutes, and partner companies presented solutions designed to improve quality of life, make production processes more sustainable, and address today’s major environmental and social challenges.
During the demonstrations, visitors could observe mobile and collaborative robots, intelligent interfaces, advanced sensors, and artificial intelligence systems in action. Experts shared first-hand stories about how robots are created, the challenges faced during development, and the new opportunities opened up by emerging technologies. The experience combined scientific storytelling and direct experimentation, engaging audiences of all ages in an open dialogue between research and society.
The demos presented over the three days showcased the diversity and richness of the ongoing RAISE projects:
FitFES – presented by FDG (Spoke 2) – demonstrated an innovative functional electrical stimulation system for motor recovery.
R1 – Interaction with People and Objects – developed by IIT HSP (Spoke 2) – showed how robots can collaborate with humans in real environments, understanding gestures and movements.
The ROSSINI Project (Remotely-operated On-board Inspections for Special Nuclear Material) – curated by INFN (Spoke 4) – illustrated a robotic system for remote inspection in nuclear safety contexts.
3D Markerless MR/CT and US Image Registration – presented by ESAOTE (Spoke 2) – highlighted the integration of medical imaging and artificial intelligence for more accurate diagnostics.
Geolocated Data Visualization Portal, App “Track Urban Accessibility (TUA)”, and Tactile Art – presented by ETT (Spoke 1) – offered three complementary demonstrations, shown in sequence, dedicated to data visualization, urban accessibility, and the intersection of technology and artistic creativity.
Digital Twin of the Sea – developed by ETT (Spoke 3) – provided a three-dimensional and dynamic view of the marine environment to support sustainable resource management.
Port Gate Automation – by Aitek (Spoke 4) – presented intelligent automation solutions for port access control.
Technologies and Innovations in Port Services – illustrated by Circle Group (Spoke 4) – showcased tools designed to optimize logistics flows and improve maritime operations efficiency.
Through RAISE Action, scientific research met public curiosity, turning innovation into a tangible and accessible experience. The Blue District was filled with students, families, professionals, and enthusiasts, all united by the desire to understand how innovation can contribute to a more sustainable future.
With RAISE Action, RAISE’s journey at the Science Festival concluded in an atmosphere of enthusiasm and participation, confirming the ecosystem’s role as a driving force for research, creativity, and collaboration in the service of society.
