The University of Pisa is committed to generating, disseminating, and preserving knowledge. Fostering excellence in research and teaching - in all the crucial academic fields - and supporting the relationship between teaching and research activities are our primary values. The University of Pisa was founded in 1343. Its long tradition as a high level research institution gives the better ground to afford the changing world’s great challenges, to promote innovation and transfer of knowledge to the private sector and to the society at large. An open-minded community, curious and passionate researchers, a wealth of international academic networks are the main strengths of the University of Pisa. This makes our University the right place to study and make research. Preserving and increasing these values is our mission.