The conference takes place at the scientific campus of Ca’ Foscari University of Venice in Mestre, Venice, Italy, on 27 and 28 May 2027. The campus is strategically positioned and easily accessible: it represents the heart of scientific research at the Venetian university.
The Scientific Campus on Via Torino is a state-of-the-art architectural complex comprising seven buildings (Alfa, Beta, Delta, Gamma, Eta, Epsilon, and Zeta). Developed as part of a major urban regeneration project, the campus is now a multifunctional facility with a minimalist design, where cutting-edge research laboratories coexist with spacious teaching areas in a dynamic and international environment.
At the heart of the campus is the Alfa Building, which houses the Danilo Mainardi Auditorium: a modern three-level venue, ideal for plenary sessions and large congress events. Adjacent to it, the Orio-Zanetto Conference Hall and the extensive Science Library complete a range of facilities designed to foster discussion, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.
How to reach the conference venue
By Air
Treviso Antonio Canova Airport (TSF)
A hub for low-cost airlines. It is connected to Mestre railway station by the ATVO shuttle bus service (journey time approximately 40 minutes).
Venice Marco Polo International Airport (VCE)
From the airport, the Campus can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by taxi or via shuttle bus services (ACTV or ATVO) to Mestre railway station.
From Venezia Mestre Train Station (Venice mainland)
From Venezia Mestre railway station, the Scientific Campus can be reached by:
- Bus: Lines 15 and 43 connect Mestre railway station with the Scientific Campus.
- Taxi: Taxis are available outside the station.
- Train: A local train can be taken to Venezia Porto Marghera station, followed by a walk of approximately 10 minutes to the Scientific Campus.
- Walking: it is possible to walk from Mestre Train station, the walk is about 20 minutes
Further information and timetables are available through ACTV (bus) and Trenitalia (train) websites.
From Venice Santa Lucia Train Station (Venice island)
From Venezia Santa Lucia station, take a regional train to Venezia Porto Marghera or Venezia Mestre station. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes to Venezia Mestre and 10 minutes to Venezia Porto Marghera.
From Venice city centre
The Scientific Campus can be reached from Venice by:
- Bus: ACTV bus line 43 connects Venice Piazzale Roma with the University area in Mestre every 30 minutes.
- Tram: Tram services connect Venice with Mestre and stop near the Scientific Campus.
- Train: Regular regional trains connect Venezia Santa Lucia with Venezia Mestre and Venezia Porto Marghera.
Both Mestre and Venice are well connected by public transport throughout the day.
Accommodation
Participants may choose to stay either in Mestre, which offers convenient access to the conference venue, or in Venice historic centre, which is connected to Mestre by frequent trains, buses and trams.
Mestre generally offers a wider range of accommodation options at more affordable prices, while staying in Venice provides the opportunity to experience the city’s historic centre.