Following a rigorous selection process, the Evaluation Committee has decided to award the grants to:
Department of Economics, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice
Department of Economics, Bocconi University
Both institutions have been recognized for the outstanding quality of their PhD programs and their strong commitment to advanced research in economics.
Each grant, amounting to €40,000, will be allocated to support research activities and strengthen doctoral training over the course of the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 academic years. In accordance with the call for applications, the funds will contribute to enhancing the academic experience of PhD candidates and promoting international mobility and collaboration.
The Marco Fanno PhD Research Grant reflects UniCredit Foundation’s ongoing commitment to investing in education, research, and the development of future generations of economists, in line with its mission to promote knowledge and innovation across Europe.