BARI, Italy, Aug 27, 2026 – Roboze, the technology company building the manufacturing infrastructure for the world’s most strategic industries, announces the signing of a scientific collaboration agreement with the Department of Enterprise Engineering “Mario Lucertini” at Tor Vergata University of Rome.
The agreement aims to launch joint research activities in the field of innovative PEEK-based materials and high-performance thermoplastic matrices, with a particular focus on the development and characterization of 3D printing filaments for advanced components used in strategic industrial sectors, including aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and defense.
The three-year collaboration is based on a model of scientific reciprocity and may include the development of innovative composite materials, experimental and characterization activities, as well as the organization of workshops, internships, degree theses, and joint PhD programs. Looking ahead, the parties will also evaluate the possibility of establishing a joint laboratory or a dedicated spin-off.
“This agreement represents a strategic step in Roboze’s journey toward continuous innovation in high-performance materials. Collaborating with a department of excellence such as the Department of Enterprise Engineering at Tor Vergata University of Rome will enable us to accelerate the development of new PEEK-based materials, strengthening the connection between scientific research and real-world industrial applications.” said Simone Cuscito, Chief R&D and Product Officer at Roboze.
The academic community has also emphasized the value of the agreement.
“The collaboration with Roboze represents a tangible opportunity to strengthen the dialogue between academic research and industry, leveraging scientific expertise in advanced materials and their applications in additive manufacturing. Bringing together research on high-performance polymers and industrial technologies means creating genuine innovation that can be transferred to strategic engineering sectors,” said Professor Francesca Nanni of Tor Vergata University of Rome.
Through this agreement, Roboze reinforces its commitment to building strategic partnerships with universities and research institutions, contributing to the development of advanced technological solutions for the future of manufacturing, with a focus on sustainability, high performance, and industrial innovation.
About ROBOZE
ROBOZE is building the Physical AI backbone for autonomous manufacturing in strategic industries. Every era of progress has been defined by how societies build. From steel and electricity to automation and digitalization, industrial capability has always determined what nations can achieve.
Today, defense, aerospace, energy, transportation, and critical infrastructure require a new generation of manufacturing infrastructure, one that is autonomous, distributed, resilient, and qualified.
ROBOZE combines advanced production systems, high-performance materials, process intelligence, and autonomous manufacturing software to enable localized production of mission-critical components at industrial scale. For more information, visit https://www.roboze.com.
