Departments

The activities of the administration department act as a link between the activities of the areas and the operational structure of CIMA Foundation. It reports

Communication plays a key role in bridging the gap between scientific research and society. For example, the study of natural phenomena makes it possible to

Drought is a growing phenomenon, both in frequency and intensity, in various areas of the world due to climate change. Its impacts affect various domains,

Earth observation involves the gathering of information about Earth’s physical, chemical and biological systems through remote sensing techniques. Satellites provide valuable information about what is

Floods are among the most frequent and destructive hazards worldwide. At the same time, fresh water scarcity is affecting an increasing number of people throughout

Science and technology often go hand in hand. Through scientific research, we gain a better understanding of natural and physical phenomena. Science allows us to

The marine environment supports many ecosystems that ensure global biodiversity, and provides many natural resources used by human society. Human activities, however, put these environments

Every year, disasters cause serious harm to infrastructure and populations around the world. Properly managing these extreme events requires an understanding of the evolution of

Numerical models for forecasts, software, and other IT tools require both the technology that allows their development and continuous updating, and the technical tools that

A proper forecast and alert system of risk is not sufficient to guarantee the safety of the involved communities and territories. Protecting them requires the

The department actively supports the teams of technicians and researchers in preparing project proposals for national and international calls. It also provides logistical, administrative and

Disasters caused by natural hazards have devastating impacts on communities and cause colossal economic and population losses. Yet disasters are avoidable. Risk management looks to

Effective risk and emergency management requires advanced tools for territorial monitoring and timely data collection. Fondazione CIMA uses and develops innovative technologies for remote sensing

Every year, especially in the summer, wildfires modify the landscape and endanger human populations. It is possible to evaluate the risk of wildfires in specific