POMAQ Opens at UnivAQ: New University Museum Collections

POMAQ opens at the University of L'Aquila: new collections on display

The University of L'Aquila’s museum network (POMAQ) has opened a new public venue at Palazzo Ciavoli-Cortelli, via Roma 33. The official opening takes place on 20 March 2026, aligned with the National Day of Italian Universities and the "Universities Revealed 2026" initiative organized by CRUI.

Exhibition and collections

The new layout brings together scientific instruments and devices from university departments and private donors. The exhibits cover fields such as biology, biotechnology, environmental science, computer science, physics and engineering, documenting technological changes from the 1950s through the 1990s.

• Archaeology
• Environmental sciences
• Biotechnology instruments
• Measuring instruments
• Applied computing tools
• Nicola D’Arcangelo collection
• Engineering sciences and technologies

Why visit

The new museum space provides insight into recent research history and university teaching practices. Key benefits for visitors include:

• Tracing the development of scientific instruments and laboratory techniques;
• Understanding the transformation of departments and research infrastructures;
• Interdisciplinary routes suitable for students, academics and science history enthusiasts;
• Educational resources and guided tours available for groups and schools.

Practical information

Address: Palazzo Ciavoli-Cortelli, via Roma 33, L'Aquila.
Open to the public from 20 March 2026. For visiting hours, group bookings, guided tours or educational activities, please refer to the university’s official channels.

Mission and outlook

The POMAQ’s relocation aims to highlight the university’s scientific heritage and increase its visibility within the community. The museum team is working to develop a coherent narrative connecting the collections to their historical and scientific significance, promoting cross-department collaboration and public engagement.

POMAQ is thus positioned as a valuable cultural and educational resource for students, researchers and the wider public interested in the recent history of science and technology.