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Connecting, Empowering, Celebrating the Italian Intellectual Diaspora in the DMV area

06/01/2026

🌞 Summer is here, and so are ISSNAF Baltimore’s social events! 🍻

Looking to take a break from the lab, connect with fellow researchers, and expand your network? Join us for an evening of drinks, dinner, and conversation with Italian researchers and professionals from the JHU/STScI community and beyond.

This event is being co-hosted by ISSNAF DMV with the local chapter of Italian Women USA (IWUSA), creating an even greater opportunity to meet new people, share experiences, and strengthen our Italian community in Baltimore.

📍 Guilford Hall Brewery, Baltimore
📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
🕡 6:30 PM

Whether you want to talk science, career paths, life abroad, or simply unwind after a busy week, we’d love to see you there! Everyone is welcome, so feel free to bring friends, colleagues, and fellow scientists! 🔬🧪✨

05/25/2026

🌸 ISSNAF DMV Happy Hours are back! This time we’re heading to a rooftop, just in time to (hopefully!) kick off sunny season ☀️

🍸 Join us for a relaxed evening of drinks, networking, and chats among the NIH&DC community. Everyone is welcome, so bring your friends, colleagues, lab mates, and good vibes!

📍 Roofers Union Rooftop
📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026
🕕 6:15 PM

05/08/2026

Feeling like going to Italy this weekend? We got you, no plane ticket required 😎

Get ready to experience the best of Italy right here in DC! Tomorrow, the Italian Embassy is opening its doors for the EU Open House 2026, and ISSNAF DMV will be there too!

We’re hosting a special corner dedicated to the brilliant minds shaping our future. Come hang out with us, meet local Italian researchers, and discover the amazing breakthroughs happening right here in the DMV area.

Come say ciao, ask questions, and see how Italian innovation is making waves in North America.

Rumor has it there may be pizza and gelato waiting for you too… 🤫🍧🍕

📍 Embassy of Italy, Washington D.C.
🗓️ Saturday • May 9th • 10AM–4PM
🎟️ Free & open to the public, come hang out with us!
🔗 Link in bio for the full EU Open House schedule!

04/15/2026

🇮🇹 Italian research has shaped the world more than we often realize. From April 15 to April 22, we’ll tell one story a day, from Leonardo’s birthday today to the quiet minds that helped us understand science, space, and life itself.

Save the Date and join ISSNAF DMV to celebrate Italian Research in the World Day

🗓️April 22, 2026 | 5:30 PM
📍Science and Engineering Hall, George Washington University (Washington, DC)

Limited seats available, so don’t forget to register through link in bio!

04/06/2026

Navigating U.S. immigration can be daunting, but understanding your options is vital. Whether you are an early-career researcher exploring visa options or an established academic seeking self-sponsored permanent residency, this webinar will provide actionable strategies for your professional future.

The ISSNAF DMV Chapter is pleased to invite you to an exclusive webinar dedicated to a critical topic for many Italian scientists and scholars building their careers in the United States.

Webinar Details:

Date: Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM EST
Format: Online Webinar
Register from link in bio

04/01/2026

🍻 ISSNAF DMV Chapter – Spring Happy Hour @ NIH

With spring in the air, our Happy Hours are back 🌸
After the success of our first gathering, we’re excited to kick off a new series of informal meetups to relax, reconnect, and network.

Need a break from the lab? Come chat with fellow researchers and expand your network in a friendly, informal setting.

The ISSNAF DMV Chapter invites you to our next Happy Hour to connect Italian researchers around the NIH community - and beyond!

📍 World of Beer – Bethesda
7200 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814

📅 Thursday , April 2, 2026
🕕 From 6:00 PM

03/08/2026

International Women’s Day is not just about one day.

Across science, academia, arts and many other fields, women continue to shape knowledge, mentor future generations, and drive innovation forward every day. Yet too often this happens without equal recognition, opportunities, or visibility.

Today is the moment to acknowledge this reality, but also to highlight the women whose work, leadership, and ideas make a difference in our fields and communities.

Let’s build a thread in the comments to celebrate the women we admire!

02/26/2026

🎤🪩 It’s Sanremo week, and we are delighted to feature Francesco Ciabattoni, Term Professor of Italian Literature at Georgetown University, Secretary of the American Boccaccio Association, and Councilor of the Dante Society of America, in our latest spotlight.

🎶He is also the founder of The Italian Song, a unique digital archive that brings Italian singer-songwriters to the English-speaking world through translations and critical commentary.

🌍✨Through his work, he exemplifies the cultural bridge-building and global perspective that define our ISSNAF community.

02/17/2026

🌍🇮🇹 Faces of ISSNAF is a space to go beyond titles and CVs, to share the human journeys and lived experiences of our ambassadors and members. It’s about the path, the challenges, the sense of identity, and what it truly means to be an Italian professional abroad. This series is about community, and it’s our way to celebrate the people who shape ISSNAF.

🔬⚛️ We begin with Dr. Valentina Angelici Avincola, Lead Engineer at MPR Associates with over fifteen years of experience in the nuclear industry. Through her work, she represents excellence in science, but beyond that, she reflects curiosity, purpose, and the determination to build a career across borders.

💬✍️ If you are an ISSNAF member and would like to be featured in the spotlight series , we would love to hear from you! Reach out via DM or email for details.

02/10/2026

To celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the ISSNAF DMV Chapter is honored to partner with the Embassy of Italy for an evening dedicated to women shaping the future of science.

On February 17, we will celebrate the incredible Italian women scientists who are building bridges between Italy and the U.S. through their work and leadership. Join us for a monologue by Gabriella Greison, followed by a panel discussion and reception!

We are proud to feature our chapter member Valentina Angelici Avincola, Lead Engineer at MPR Associates and expert in nuclear materials, who will join the panel discussion.

🗓 Feb 17, 2026 | 5:00 PM
📍 Embassy of Italy, Washington DC
🔗 Link in bio to register

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