NAO-CNR enthusiastically sponsored the Italian selection of the “EU Contest for Young Scientists” (EUCYS – European Union Contest for Young Scientists ), organized by FAST (Federation of Scientific and Technical Associations, https://fast.mi.it/) in Milan on 15-17 March 2025. The event allowed the selection of best Italian talents who will participate in EUCYS - European Union Contest for Young Scientists. FAST further enhances the important experience by choosing or accrediting the most deserving young people to represent Italy in the most prestigious international events for excellent students.