The President of ANVUR holds the legal representation of the Agency and ensures its strategic and operational coordination, guaranteeing the unity of its activities. The President is appointed by Decree of the President of the Republic, following consultation with the competent Parliamentary Committees, from among figures — including those of international standing — of high and recognised qualification and experience in the field of higher education and research, as well as in the evaluation of such activities.
The President appoints, from among the members of the Governing Board, a Vice-President, who shall act in his stead in the event of absence or incapacity.
Prof. Venerando Marano
President of the National Agency for the Evaluation of Universities and Research Institutes since 8 July 2026.