Research is the driving force of the Department of Mechanical, Energy, Management and Transportation Engineering (DIME). Faculty, researchers, and students engage daily to design cutting-edge technological and engineering solutions aimed at addressing global challenges in areas such as the energy transition, sustainable mobility, and industrial digitalization. In the Department’s laboratories, innovative ideas are developed to bridge fundamental research and practical applications, making a significant contribution to the competitiveness of the production sector and societal development. The outcomes, reflected in the number of funded projects and high-impact publications, showcase a vibrant scientific community increasingly focused on interdisciplinary collaboration and tangible regional impact.