The Environment as a Source of Healing
Genetics, Epigenetics and the Environment in Health Trajectories
On 21 and 22 October 2026, in Pizzo Calabro (Vibo Valentia), Arpacal will host a study day as part of the VeBS project. Two days dedicated to understanding how the places we live in leave their mark on our biology, and how a healthy environment can help us improve our well-being.
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- The Environment as a Source of Healing
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- Genetics, Epigenetics and the Environment in Health Trajectories On 21 and 22 October 2026, in Pizzo Calabro (Vibo Valentia), Arpacal will host a study day as part of the VeBS project . Two days dedicated to understanding how the places we live in leave their mark on our biology, and how a healthy environment can help us improve our well-being.
- When Oct 21, 2026 to Oct 22, 2026 (Europe/Berlin / UTC200)
- Where Pizzo Calabro
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The event is organised at the initiative of Arpa Calabria, in collaboration with Arpae Emilia-Romagna, and marks the conclusion of the national VeBS project. It will provide an opportunity to present the results achieved and foster discussion among researchers, institutions, and professionals working in the healthcare and environmental sectors.
VeBS is a project under the National Complementary Plan (PNC), entitled “Making Good Use of Green and Blue Spaces to Promote Health and Well-being”. Its scientific coordination is led by the Italian National Institute of Health (Istituto Superiore di Sanità).
The underlying idea is simple: parks, urban woodlands, rivers, lakes and coastlines are not merely pleasant places to visit, but valuable resources for public health. The project brought together environmental agencies, universities and healthcare institutions to study these spaces and translate scientific knowledge into practical tools.
ISPRA is responsible for Objective 1: Mapping regional policies, monitoring pollen trends, and assessing access to public urban green spaces.