The I giovani e le scienze event promotes and enhances the scientific and technological skills and potential of young Italians, offering them significant opportunities to interact, grow and realize their potential in science and its applications. The fundamental objectives of the initiative are: to bring young people closer to science and research, to identify and encourage the most deserving and promising, and to stimulate the spirit of innovation and collaboration among students.

Starting in 2008, I giovani e le scienze  is part of the MIM program for identifying and promoting excellence in science and technology, Io merito .