Finapp has developed a new way to measure water thanks to the cosmic rays.

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Finapp was proud to take part in the #AgriTech4Egypt Consultation Workshop in Cairo, where our CEO & Co-founder, Luca Stevanato, joined leading experts, institutions, researchers, investors, and innovators to discuss the future of agricultural innovation in #Egypt. The event marked an important milestone for the #AgriTech4Egypt initiative, which aims to accelerate technology transfer, strengthen innovation ecosystems, and support sustainable agricultural development over the next three years. During the workshop, Luca shared Finapp's experience in transforming advanced scientific research into practical solutions for water management and precision agriculture. As water scarcity and climate challenges continue to impact agricultural systems worldwide, access to reliable data and innovative technologies will play an increasingly important role in supporting farmers and improving resource efficiency. We are pleased to contribute to international initiatives that foster collaboration between research, industry, and public institutions, helping bring innovative solutions closer to the people and communities that need them most. #AgriTech4Egypt #Agritech #Innovation #SustainableAgriculture #WaterManagement #ClimateResilience #Finapp #CRNS
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Finapp is proud to be part of the XXIII Nitrogen Workshop in Sardinia, dedicated to the challenges of nitrogen management within the water–energy–food nexus. During the conference, our Head of R&D, Mauro Barbieri, presented the poster: “CRNS sensors for soil moisture measurement: a test case for nitrogen and carbon evolution studies.” The contribution highlights how Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing (CRNS) technology can support advanced soil moisture monitoring for environmental and agricultural research, helping improve the understanding of nitrogen and carbon dynamics in the field. We are happy to contribute to an international scientific community working toward more sustainable and data-driven management of natural resources. A special thanks to the organizers of the XXIII Nitrogen Workshop for bringing together researchers and innovators from across the world. #Finapp #CRNS #SoilMoisture #NitrogenWorkshop #Sustainability #Agriculture #EnvironmentalMonitoring #Research #Innovation #WaterManagement #Carbon #Nitrogen #Sardinia
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Excited to be in Japan for the JpGU-AGU Joint Meeting 2026! This week, the team from Finapp is attending the conference with our booth #31, where we are presenting our Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing (CRNS) technology and sharing how we transform environmental data into actionable insights for water management, agriculture, snow monitoring, and climate resilience. We also had the opportunity to give a presentation introducing Finapp, our mission, and the innovative applications of CRNS technology around the world. A great chance to connect with researchers, institutions, and industry professionals from across the geoscience community. Come visit us at booth #31! ----- 日本で開催されているJpGU-AGU Joint Meeting 2026に参加できることを嬉しく思います! Finappはブース #31 に出展し、Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing(CRNS)技術と、その技術を活用した土壌水分測定、水資源管理、雪観測、気候変動対策への応用について紹介しています。 また、Finappとは何か、そして私たちが世界中でどのような活動を行っているのかについて、プレゼンテーションを行う機会もいただきました。 世界中の研究者や専門家の皆さまと交流できる素晴らしい機会となっています。ぜひブース #31 にお立ち寄りください! #JpGU #AGU #Japan #CRNS #SoilMoisture #WaterManagement #ClimateTech #Hydrology #EarthScience #Innovation #Finapp
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#Finappedia is Finapp’s very own dictionary, designed to help anyone explore and understand the world of Finapp. It gathers key terms, concepts, and technologies used within Finapp, making it easy for employees, partners, and enthusiasts to learn the language of the company and stay up to date with its innovations. Essentially, it is your go-to reference to navigate the Finapp universe. This week’s words are: drought, early warning, LoRa and SDI-12 protocol. #Finapp #CRNS #Finappedia
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We are excited to announce that Finapp will participate in the JpGU American Geophysical Union Meeting 2026 in Chiba, Japan. Come visit us at Booth 31 to discover how our Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing (CRNS) technology enables real-time, large-scale, in-depth, and non-invasive monitoring of water content in soil and snow. Our solutions support agriculture, water resource management, and environmental monitoring applications, including wildfire, landslide, and flood early warning systems. We look forward to connecting with researchers, industry professionals, and partners during the event. See you in Japan! #JpGU2026 #Japan #EnvironmentalMonitoring #Agriculture #ClimateTech #CRNS #Hydrology #SoilMoisture #SWE #Innovation
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We are pleased to announce that Finapp will take part in the “Prima Giornata Dimostrativa” dedicated to agronomic innovation in Valtellina, taking place on 26 May 2026 in Sondrio. During the event, our CSO and Co-Founder, Angelo Amicarelli, will join the technical visit and discussions focused on innovation in apple cultivation and sustainable agriculture. As part of the initiative, Finapp has installed a CRNS probe in an apple orchard to support continuous, large-scale and in-depth soil moisture monitoring. By providing real-time data without direct contact with the soil, our technology helps improve irrigation management and supports more informed agronomic decisions. We are looking forward to exchanging ideas with researchers, agronomists, growers and partners working towards more resilient and data-driven agriculture. #Finapp #CRNS #PrecisionAgriculture #AppleOrchard #SoilMoisture #Agritech #Sondrio #Valtellina #Innovation #SustainableAgriculture
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We are pleased to share that Finapp’s CSO and Co-Founder, Angelo Amicarelli, was recently interviewed by Il Sole 24 ORE Radiocor. We would like to thank Il Sole 24 Ore Radiocor for the opportunity and the engaging conversation, during which he presented Finapp’s approach to turning Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing (CRNS) technology into actionable data for both agriculture and environmental applications. By measuring soil water content and Snow Water Equivalent in real time, at large scale and without direct contact, Finapp helps improve decision-making in water management and climate-related challenges. For the interview, you can visit the website: stream24.ilsole24ore.com/vid… #Finapp #CRNS #IlSole24OreRadiocor
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Finapp was proud to participate in the Eastern Snow Conference 2026, one of the leading international events dedicated to snow, hydrology, and environmental monitoring. During the conference, we presented our Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) monitoring solution based on Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing (CRNS) technology, showcasing how non-invasive and real-time measurements can support more accurate snowpack monitoring at large scale and in depth. Our technology enables continuous SWE monitoring with spatially representative data, helping researchers, utilities, and environmental agencies improve water resource management, forecasting, and climate resilience strategies. It was a great opportunity to exchange ideas with experts from around the world and discuss the future of environmental monitoring and snow hydrology. #Finapp #CRNS #SnowWaterEquivalent #SWE #EnvironmentalMonitoring #ClimateTech #Hydrology #SnowMonitoring #WaterManagement #EarlyWarningSystem
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A new step forward for environmental monitoring in France Finapp has completed its first Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing installation inside an extraction quarry at ARG Granulats & Recyclage. Our technology enables continuous, non-invasive, real-time monitoring of soil and material moisture, helping optimize water use and improve sustainability in dust control operations. Thanks to ARG Granulats & Recyclage, Université Gustave Eiffel, AAEP, and all partners involved. This marks the beginning of a highly promising market across thousands of quarries in France. #Finapp #EnvironmentalMonitoring #CRNS #WaterManagement #Sustainability #France #Innovation ------------------------------------ Un nouveau pas en avant pour le monitoring environnemental en France Finapp a réalisé sa première installation de Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing dans une carrière chez ARG Granulats & Recyclage. Notre technologie permet un suivi continu, sans contact et en temps réel de l’humidité des sols, pour optimiser l’usage de l’eau et améliorer la durabilité. Merci à ARG, Université Gustave Eiffel, AAEP et à tous les partenaires. Un marché très prometteur s’ouvre avec des milliers de carrières en France. #Finapp #CRNS #GestionDeLEau #Durabilité #France #Innovation
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We are at #EGU26 Come visit Finapp at Booth 40 to discover how our Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing (CRNS) technology is transforming environmental monitoring, providing real time, large scale, and non invasive data on soil moisture and beyond Do not miss our sessions • Can Cosmic Rays Neutron Sensors provide valuable data about space weather events? Oral presentation by Gianmarco Cracco Thu 07 May, 08:55 to 09:05 | Room 2.92 • The SoMMet characterization of a Finapp Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensor and its first real world application Poster by Enrico Gazzola Thu 07 May, 08:30 to 12:30 | Hall X4, board X4.120 Looking forward to connecting with researchers, partners, and innovators. See you there #EGU26 #EGU #Geoscience #SoilMoisture #CRNS #ClimateTech #WaterManagement #EnvironmentalMonitoring #Hydrology #Innovation #Finapp
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We are happy to welcome five new professionals to the Finapp team! 🎉 👉 Luh joins as Jr. Business Development Specialist, passionate about science-based innovation for water challenges. She has an international background between Japan, Sweden, and Italy. 👉 Sebastiano Gagliuolo joins as Chemistry Laboratory Technician, with experience in industrial chemistry, cosmetics, and detergency. 👉 Mauro Barbieri joins as Head of R&D, bringing over 20 years in astrophysics and space science, with experience in ESA, NASA, and CNES missions. 👉 Gianpietro Trevisan joins as Production Specialist, focusing on connecting R&D and manufacturing to optimize industrial processes. 👉 Andrea Sala joins as Senior Account Manager, with international experience in building global distribution networks across instrumentation and irrigation sectors. Strong team player with a clear focus on company goals. Welcome to the team! 🚀 #TeamFinapp #NewTalent
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We are at Agrishow in Brazil, where innovation meets real field needs. With our CRNS technology integrated into central pivot systems, farmers can access continuous, underground soil moisture data and make more informed irrigation decisions. At Agrishow, we present Cosmofield, the new identity of Finapp’s probes for the irrigation sector. Developed in collaboration with Bauer and supported by Irricontrol, Cosmofield brings precision, efficiency, and reliability to everyday irrigation practices. A step forward for sustainable water use, stronger crops, and more resilient agriculture. #Agrishow #Brazil #Finapp #Cosmofield #PrecisionAgriculture #IrrigationInnovation #SmartWater #AgTech #SustainableFarming #CRNS
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On World Meteorological Day, meteorology is not only about the sky, it is about how weather interacts with the Earth. Rain, snow, and climate patterns only make sense when we understand what happens after they reach the ground. At Finapp, we measure water in soil and snow in real time adding a critical missing layer to meteorological data. Because better forecasts start with better measurements on the ground. #Finapp #CRNS #WorldMeteorologicalDay
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On Earth Day, it is worth remembering how much of our planet’s balance depends on something we rarely see. Water moves beneath our feet, through soil and snow, quietly shaping ecosystems, agriculture, and daily life. At Finapp, our work starts from a simple idea. Making the invisible visible can lead to better choices. Because understanding natural resources is not only about technology. It is about responsibility. #EarthDay #Water #Sustainability #ClimateAwareness #Finapp #CRNS
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🎤 Finapp Microphone – Episode 9 Meet Riccardo Carroccio IT & Jr Data Scientist, Riccardo joined Finapp in August 2025. With a background in Physics and a passion for space since childhood, he now applies his knowledge to real-world challenges using advanced technology. At Finapp, he has learned that communication and solution-oriented thinking make the difference. What drives him most is continuous learning and contributing to global challenges like climate change and water management. Proud to be part of a collaborative team, Riccardo believes the best results are always achieved together. Stay tuned for the next episode. #Finapp #FinappMicrophone #TeamFinapp #CRNS
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#Finappedia is Finapp’s very own dictionary, designed to help anyone explore and understand the world of Finapp. It gathers key terms, concepts, and technologies used within Finapp, making it easy for employees, partners, and enthusiasts to learn the language of the company and stay up to date with its innovations. Essentially, it is your go-to reference to navigate the Finapp universe. This week’s words are: SM/SWE calibration, CRNS, data logger, and digital I/O ports. #Finapp #CRNS #Finappedia
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Finapp was proud to take part in GITEX AFRICA, one of the leading technology and innovation events on the continent. It was a great opportunity to showcase how Finapp is transforming water and soil monitoring through Cosmic Ray Neutron Sensing (CRNS) technology, enabling real-time, large-scale and non-invasive insights for agriculture and water management. Throughout the event, we had the chance to meet partners, industry leaders, and innovators working on the future of sustainable resource management, and to exchange ideas on how data-driven solutions can support more resilient ecosystems. Edoardo Grandino, Head of Finapp France office, was also there representing the company and contributing to the discussions in Marrakech. #Finapp #CRNS #GITEX #Morocco
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Following our 2025 announcement, we are pleased to share the completion of our Series A investment round, reaching a total of €8.64 million, including the €2.5 million contribution from CDP Venture Capital SGR through the Green Transition Fund. The fund is backed by resources from the Piano Nazionale di Ripresa e Resilienza and the European Union’s NextGenerationEU initiative. This final step confirms the full execution of the round and strengthens our path toward scaling innovative solutions for environmental monitoring. With this support, Finapp continues to expand globally, enabling real-time, large-scale and non-invasive measurement of water content in soil and snow. #Finapp #CRNS #EU #NextGenerationEU #CDPVentureCapital #GreenTransitionFund
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🌱 Finapp at the webinar “Agronomic Innovations in Valtellina” We are excited to announce that Angelo Amicarelli, CSO and Co-founder of Finapp, will be speaking at this webinar focused on the future of agricultural innovation. 📅 April 15, 2026 🕙 10:00 – 11:30 AM (CET) 💻 Online event via Teams (free participation upon registration) During his talk, Angelo will present Fin4Crop: from cosmic rays to precision irrigation, showcasing how advanced technology can transform water management in agriculture. Join us to explore: ✅ Innovative solutions for agriculture ✅ New approaches to sustainability ✅ Cutting-edge technologies applied in the field 👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the future of agritech! Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi… #Finapp #Agritech #Innovation #PrecisionFarming #Irrigation #Webinar #SustainableAgriculture
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Today is the International Day of Zero Waste 🌍 At Finapp, we help preserve natural resources with our CRNS technology that monitors water content in soil and snow in real time without wasteful interventions. By providing precise data, we support smarter water management and reduce unnecessary resource use. Together, we can make every drop count and move toward a zero-waste future. #ZeroWaste #Sustainability #WaterManagement #Finapp #EnvironmentalMonitoring #CRNS
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