Workshop We4Us 2026
We are living through a profound transformation: Machine Learning is rapidly becoming part of how we explore science, tackle complex problems, and interpret the world around us, and understanding these techniques opens up a remarkable range of possibilities for the physicists of tomorrow. The Physics of Data Workshop 2026 will take place from September 24 to 26 at the Asiago Astronomical Observatory, one of Italy’s most historic sites for astronomical research and home to some of the largest optical telescopes in the country, set against the natural backdrop of the Asiago plateau. This setting offers a fitting environment for a few days dedicated to reflection, discovery, and exchange, bringing together researchers and practitioners who are actively shaping the landscape of physics and data science and exploring how their integration is opening entirely new frontiers. Our guest speakers will cover a wide range of topics, from foundational theory to real-world applications, from astronomy to biology, sharing both their expertise and the questions that continue to drive their research forward. Beyond the talks, this workshop is designed as a space for genuine exchange: a chance to ask questions, spark debates, and connect with fellow participants, building both the knowledge and the relationships that will shape your professional path ahead. Funded and supported by the University of Padova, accommodation in Asiago will be covered for all participants; the dinner on September 25th will be sponsored by OMNYS.
Organizers
Prof. M. Allegra, Prof. J. Pazzini, Prof. T. Zingales, Prof. C. Poletto, Prof. I. Siloi, Prof. S. Suweis, E. Penazzo, G. Amorosetti, P. Andreacchio, L. Brocco, M. Calcagni, L. Fardin, L.Mazzilli, E. Niero, S. Saadallah, M.A.Safaei, A.M. Saiedisaber, A. Taraz Jamshidi.
Guest speakers
Dr. Lorenzo Barbiero – OMNYS, Dr. Federico Bottaro – HYPERMETEO, Dr. Mario Cammarota – UNOX, Dr. Susanna Carmen Caruso – UNIVERSITÀ DI CATANIA, Dr. Marco Dall’Ara – FRAUNHOFER IAF, Dr. Alberto Ancilotto – FONDAZIONE BRUNO KESSLER, Dr. Andrea Mazzolini – UNIVERSITÀ DI TORINO, Dr. Claudia Merger – SCUOLA INTERNAZIONALE SUPERIORE DI STUDI AVANZATI, Dr. Matteo Migliorini – KARLSRUHER INSTITUT FÜR TECHNOLOGIE, Dr. Giovanni Rabuffo – UNIVERSITAT POMPEU FABRA, Dr. Giosuè Sardo Infirri – UNIVERSITÀ DI PADOVA, Dr. Nicholas Sinigaglia – INOVALAB, Dr. Nicolò Trabacchin – UNIVERSITÀ DI PADOVA
WHEN
24 - 26September 2026
Where
Asiago Astrophysical Observatory, Asiago Italy
Accomodation
Asiago Astrophysical Observatory
Registration form
Registration closed, soon participants will be contacted for the result of the selection procedure.
PROGRAM
Thursday, September 24
14.00: Departure from Padova
15.30: Arrival at Asiago
15.30 – 16.00: Welcome + Registration
16.00 – 16.40: Talk 1 Dr. Giosuè Sardo Infirri – UNIVERSITÀ DI PADOVA
16.40 – 16.50: Question Time
16.50 – 17.30: Talk 2 Dr. Nicholas Sinigaglia – INOVALAB
17.30 – 18.10: Question Time+Coffe Break
18.10 – 18.50: Talk 3 Dr. Marco Dall’Ara – FRAUNHOFER IAF
18.50 – 19.00: Question Time
19.00 – 19.40: Talk 4 Dr. Matteo Migliorini – KARLSRUHER INSTITUT FÜR TECHNOLOGIE
19.40 – 19.50: Question Time
20.00 – 21.30: Dinner party sponsored by OMNYS
21.30 – 22.30: Osservatorio
Friday, September 25
8.15 – 9.00: Breakfast
9.00 – 9.40: Talk 5 Dr. Alberto Ancillotto – FONDAZIONE BRUNO KESSLER
9.40 – 9.50: Question Time
9.50 – 10.30: Talk 6 Dr. Nicolò Trabacchin – UNIVERSITÀ DI PADOVA
10.30 – 11.10: Question Time+Coffe Break
11.10 – 11.50: Talk 7 Dr. Federico Bottaro – HYPERMETEO
11.50 – 12.00: Question Time
12.00 – 12.40: Talk 8 Dr. Andrea Mazzolini – UNIVERSITÀ DI TORINO
12.40 – 14.00: Lunch
14.00 – 14.40: Talk 9 Dr. Susanna Caruso – UNIVERSITÀ DI CATANIA
14.40 – 14.50: Question Time
14.50 – 15.30: Talk 10 Dr. Claudia Merger – SCUOLA INTERNAZIONALE SUPERIORE DI STUDI AVANZATI
15.30 – 15.40: Question Time
15.40 – 16.20: Talk 11 Dr. Mario Cammarota – UNOX
16.20 – 17.00: Question Time + Coffe Break
17.00 – 17.40: Talk 12 Dr. Giovanni Rabuffo – UNIVERSITAT POMPEU FABRA
17.40 – 17.50: Coffe Break
17.50 – 18.30: Talk 13 Dr. Lorenzo Barbiero – OMNYS
Saturday, September 26
8.15 – 9.00: Breakfast
10.30: Departure from Asiago