The Master’s Degree Program in Bioinformatics for Computational Genomics, jointly established by the University of Milan and the Politecnico di Milano, has been awarded the prestigious Degree-Granting Endorsement by the International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB), the leading international scientific society in the field of computational biology and bioinformatics.
Within the Program, a prominent role is played by Prof. Marco Masseroli, faculty member of the Department of Electronics, Information and Bioengineering at the Politecnico di Milano, who serves as Vice Chair of the Academic Board, actively contributing to the design, coordination, and development of the educational offering.
The ISCB endorsement is granted following a rigorous evaluation process conducted by a panel of international experts. This recognition is reserved for study programs that meet high standards of educational quality and demonstrate alignment with international benchmarks in the discipline. For students, the ISCB endorsement certifies that the curriculum adequately prepares highly qualified professionals for careers in the field.
The awarding of the ISCB endorsement to the Master’s Degree Program in Bioinformatics for Computational Genomics attests to the value of the educational pathway and its alignment with the competencies currently required in the research and innovation landscape of the bioinformatics and biotechnological sectors. It also represents recognition of the commitment of the faculty and technical-administrative staff involved in delivering a high-quality academic program, and highlights the value of the inter-university collaboration model between the University of Milan and the Politecnico di Milano, based on the integration of complementary expertise in biomolecular sciences, computer science, and engineering.
The Program, entirely taught in English, trains professionals capable of integrating skills in molecular biology, computer science, and data analysis, addressing a growing national and international demand for highly qualified profiles.