History
GSSI was founded in 2012 as Center for Advanced Studies of the National Institute for Nuclear Physics (INFN) and then established in March 2016 as a School of Advanced Studies providing post-graduate education. The GSSI aims to create a new center of scientific excellence in L’Aquila, working in synergy with the Gran Sasso National Laboratories of the INFN and the University of L'Aquila.
Education
The GSSI offers four PhD programs:
- Astroparticle Physics
- Mathematics in Natural, Social and Life Sciences
- Computer Science
- Urban Studies and Regional Science
Research
Research and learning at the GSSI are grounded on firm epistemological and methodological bases. Through a day-to-day collaboration and interaction, researchers and doctoral students of the four research areas of the GSSI have the opportunity to build a sound knowledge of the methods of scientific research and to acquire a familiarity with the history of science.
GSSI - Gran Sasso Science Institute Key Statistics & Highlights
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GSSI - Gran Sasso Science Institute Scholarships
GSSI - Gran Sasso Science Institute Scholarships
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Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
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10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
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1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
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3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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1000 USD
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30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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1500 USD
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The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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1550 EUR
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk)
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1000 USD
Deadline
22 Jun 2026
Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship
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Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
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5000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Financial Scholarships
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1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program
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5000 USD
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International Conference Scholarship
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10000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
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Housing services
- All PhD students will have free accommodation at the GSSI facilities or a financial substitute of 350,00 Euros gross/month (to obtain the contribution, the students would have to present a rental agreement);
- All PhD students will have free luncheon vouchers (1 per day, working days, except school closures, missions, other situations contemplated by the GSSI rules).
Medical services
- All PhD students will be covered by insurance against any accident and/or injury that may occur while carrying out their PhD activities.
Campus life
All GSSI buildings are located in the beautiful neighbourhood of Villa Comunale (Public Gardens), in the historical center of L'Aquila. The GSSI seat is an elegant building of the Thirties. The building overlooks the Public Gardens and the Palazzo dell’Emiciclo (Hemicycle Palace), an elegant building dating back to the end of the Nineteenth century.
GSSI - Gran Sasso Science Institute Campus Locations
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L’Aquila City
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