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Our achievements from 2020 onward

10

Scholarships

778

Publications

29

Protocols and projects

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Latest publications

Scientific publications play a fundamental role in the field of medicine, being key elements in the advancement of medical knowledge and the evolution of clinical practices.

For this reason, the Friends of URI Foundation wanted to allocate a space for the presentation of publications of the most outstanding studies and articles written by the researchers it periodically supports and who have published in the most prestigious national and international scientific and medical journals.

The Foundation's goal is also to enrich scientific dialogue and stimulate discussion and further experimentation.

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Is Active Surveillance an option for the management of men with low-grade prostate cancer and a positive family history?

Low-grade prostate cancer can be managed through the [...]

Innovations in the Treatment of Calculi: The Role of Ureteral Access Sheaths

This study explored the effectiveness of ureteral access sheaths (UAS) in [...]

Neoadjuvant Pembrolizumab and Radical Cystectomy in Patients with Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer

The PURE-01 study introduced a new approach in the treatment of cancer [...]

Information videos

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Scientific outreach is one of the key aspects for the Friends of URI Foundation, being of vital importance to both the medical and scientific community and to ordinary people, patients and family members. Indeed, everyone's well-being and health come from clear information and effective prevention programs (primary, secondary and tertiary). It is precisely for this reason that the Foundation devotes special attention to outreach, making available thematic videos in which some of the physicians and researchers, whom the Foundation supports, explain their activities and give useful tips to prevent the occurrence, spread and progression of diseases.
For the Foundation, it is important to share knowledge with an ever-widening lay public, emphasizing the value of a proactive approach to health.

Treating the Problem of the Curved Penis - Dr. Eugenio Ventimiglia

The Faces of Research: Dr. Alessandro Larcher

The Faces of Research: Dr. Giorgio Gandaglia

Diseases of the Kidney - Professor Umberto Capitanio

Testimonials

"When, several years ago, the esteemed Professor Francesco Montorsi, a dear friend of mine, first told me about his project for a foundation dedicated to research and support in urology, andrology and oncology to find new therapies and support patients and their families, I was fascinated by the insight and concreteness of a formidable idea that immediately seemed visionary, and I appreciated the newly formed Friends of Uri Foundation, convinced that only by acting in prevention can numerous evils, and among them cancers, be eradicated. That is why it is with convinced participation that for several years the Federica and Brunello Cucinelli Foundation has been supporting the Foundation created by Francesco Montorsi, and looking to it with renewed confidence for future prospects."

Brunello Cucinelli

"I needed some important specialist visits and got to know Professor Montorsi at San Raffaele, to whom great professionalism, humanity and dedication must be acknowledged.
I was also surprised by the level of excellence of his Staff, and especially by the great sacrifice and commitment they always show and the willingness to be there at any time.
I am proud to be able to help the Foundation for all they are doing in the field of research."

Dr. Pietro Casella

"Dfter 16 years since the surgery performed at another center, I needed some specialist visits and surgery and had the pleasure of meeting Professor Montorsi, His team and URI. Professor, with His preparation, perseverance, humanity, professionalism and helpfulness managed to improve my situation. Then again, being the Director of a team of excellence, it could not be otherwise. Moreover, the Urological Research Institute aims to improve the health of patients and I believe I am a testimony to that goal. I am available to be able to make a contribution to the association."

Stefano Manzoni

"I had the pleasure of getting to know Professor Montorsi and his team only a few months ago, and with frankness and honesty I believe they are emblems of the highest competence and professionalism, ready at every opportunity to help others.
The Friends of Uri Association aims to support patients in their therapeutic journey, and the humanity of the doctors working there is an integral part of that.
Research serves to improve the world, but it could not exist without the support of everyone."

Fabio Jannacone

Awards

The Friends of URI Foundation is distinguished by its ongoing commitment to supporting medical research and innovation. This section of the website is apt to document the awards that researchers and physicians supported by the Foundation have received on a global scale, which testify to their commitment to finding innovative therapies to improve the health and quality of life of urologic patients.

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April 2024

Second prize for Best Scientific Abstract at the European Society of Urology Congress, Paris 2024

Dr. Federico Belladelli winner of the second prize for best Scientific Abstract written by a resident, presented in Paris during the congress of the European Society of Urology, Paris, April 2024

April 2024

UAE Crystal Matula Award 2024

Dr. Giorgio Gandaglia winner of the prestigious EAU Crystal Matula award given to the European Urologist Under 40 with the best scientific record, April 2024.

October 2023

SIU-Mostafa M. Elhilali International Award 2023.

Prof. Francesco Montorsi winner of the SIU-Mostafa M. Elhilali international award