The Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia expresses deep condolences for the passing of Roberto Cervellati, a physicist and researcher who, during his long scientific career, collaborated with numerous colleagues at the INGV.
Roberto Cervellati passed away on November 7, 2026, following a tragic accident in Rome.
A physicist and researcher at ENEA, Cervellati has dedicated a significant portion of his scientific activity to research in Antarctica, contributing to Italian missions on the continent and to the development of scientific knowledge in an environment of extraordinary research interest.
Throughout his career, he has shared activities, experiences, and projects with numerous INGV researchers, building collaborative scientific and human relationships that have supported the work of many colleagues.
His sudden passing is sad news for all who had the opportunity to know and work with him.
The President, the Management and the entire community of theIstituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia They join in the grief of his family, friends, and colleagues, remembering with affection and gratitude his contribution to Italian scientific research.
