Prof. Teodoro Valente
President
Italian Space Agency
Teodoro Valente is a Full Professor of Materials Science and Technology at the University of Rome “La Sapienza” and a leading figure in Italian research in the fields of aerospace, advanced materials, and innovative industrial processes. He is a distinguished member of the International Advisory Board of the Miami Scientific Italian Community.
Since 2023, he has served as President of the Italian Space Agency (ASI), where he has promoted a systemic vision of national space policies, integrating scientific, technological, and economic dimensions. Previously, he directed the Institute for Polymers, Composites, and Biomaterials at the National Research Council (CNR) and held the position of Pro-Rector for Research, Innovation, and Technology Transfer at La Sapienza.
He is the author of over 200 scientific publications in international journals, co-inventor of three international patents, and coordinator of numerous European and industrial research projects.
AGF Defence Summit: Fortifying the frontline: Allied deterrence and defence on NATO’s eastern flank
Hall 4 – AGN Theatre; Bringing political leaders together to examine how NATO, the EU, and national governments are strengthening deterrence and defence along the Eastern Flank in response to Russia’s continued aggression, long‑term strategic
AGF Defence Summit: VIP Address
Hall 4 – AGN Theatre; Senior representative, EU
AGF Technology Summit: AI & Quantum – Breakthrough revolution or breakpoint reality?
Hall 4 – AGN Theatre; A high‑level, future‑facing discussion exploring whether the convergence of AI and quantum technologies represents a genuine technological revolution or a moment where expectations outpace reality. The session balances
AGF Technology Summit: Building the moon: NASA’s lunar base vision 2028–2036
Hall 4 – AGN Theatre; NASA’s ambitious plan to establish a permanent human presence on the Moon is moving from concept to construction. This session brings together leading experts to examine the roadmap for building a sustained lunar base, from
