After Italy's 'no' to nuclear power, many Italian researchers are leaving the country: Europe bets on innovation and defence
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A young Italian engineer, Balassone, studied nuclear engineering at the Polytechnic University of Turin. After the referendum that established Italy's exit from nuclear energy, he decided to leave the country to continue his career and reinvent himself abroad. His story reflects a situation that affects many young scientists and technicians who study in Italy.
According to his experience, the skills acquired in the nuclear field can be useful in many other sectors, such as medicine and industry. For this reason, his professional path has expanded towards innovation in various areas. The issue of brain drain, that is, the departure of highly qualified people to other countries, is increasingly debated in Italy and in Europe.
Balassone argues that, to become internationally competitive again, Europe should invest more in researchers and in technology transfer, that is, the passage of scientific discoveries from universities to businesses. In his view, the defence sector could also benefit from this type of investment. The debate on how to retain talent and enhance research remains open.
Sources: StartupItalia
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