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SUMMARY:Women Entrepreneurship: e-Catalogue Pitch & Networking – Enterprise Europe Network
DESCRIPTION:On 31 March 2026\, INESC TEC will host the Women Entrepreneurship: e-Catalogue Pitch & Networking event\, within the framework of the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN). \nThe event highlights the 2026 edition of the Women Entrepreneurship 3’ Pitch e-Catalogue\, which brings together 187 women-led initiatives from 24 countries\, across eight sectors\, supported by the EEN community . The catalogue showcases projects\, companies and organisations\, while creating opportunities for collaboration across the European innovation ecosystem. \nThis initiative reflects the growing role of women-led innovation in Europe and the importance of strengthening connections between entrepreneurs\, support organisations and EU funding opportunities. \nWhat to expect\nShort pitch sessions from selected initiatives featured in the catalogue\nDiscussions on women entrepreneurship\, collaboration and talent\nPresentations on European funding opportunities and support instruments\nA dedicated networking moment connecting companies\, stakeholders and EEN advisors \nPractical information\nDate: 31 March 2026\nTime: 14:00–17:00 (WEST)\nLocation: Porto (INESC TEC\, FEUP Campus – Auditorium A) & online\nFormat: Hybrid (limited in-person capacity)\nParticipation: Free of charge\, subject to registration \nRegister here: https://survey.inesctec.pt/index.php/818145?lang=en
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/women-entrepreneurship-e-catalogue-pitch-networking-enterprise-europe-network/
LOCATION:Porto (INESC TEC\, FEUP Campus – Auditorium A) & online\, FEUP Campus – Auditorium A\, Porto\, Porto\, Portugal
CATEGORIES:In person,Hybrid,Online
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SUMMARY:MANUFUTURE Conference
DESCRIPTION:European Manufacturing for a Prosperous and Secure Tomorrow\n\nAs the world navigates geopolitical fragmentation and technological disruption\, Europe’s future hinges on revitalizing its manufacturing — not only for economic resilience but also to meet climate and security imperatives.\n\nPolicymakers\, industry leaders\, researchers\, and innovators will come together at this event to shape actionable strategies for manufacturing research and innovation\, knowledge and education\, circularity\, and defence readiness.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis high-level conference\, held in Brussels\, will explore the essential role of European manufacturing in strengthening Europe’s strategic autonomy and in addressing global challenges. \n\nFor further details\, and to register\, please visit the Conference’s website. \nParticipation is free\, subject to prior registration and seat availability
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/manufuture-conference-brussels-belgium/
LOCATION:SPARKS\, Rue Ravenstein 60\, Bruxelles\, 100\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240709T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240709T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
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SUMMARY:Summer Reception & Meet the new Parliament
DESCRIPTION:On July 2\, a new European Parliament will formally take office\, with a full portfolio awaiting their attention. At the top of the pile of R&I-related issues will be strategic planning and budgets for the second half of Horizon Europe\, the beginning of discussions around the next Framework Programme\, and the transition to working with a new Commission. This Science|Business Network event will bring together a select group of newly elected (or re-elected) MEPs for an informal discussion of what lies ahead\, followed by a networking reception for Science|Business members and other invited guests.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/summer-reception-meet-the-new-parliament/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240709T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240709T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T135324Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Network Planning Meeting Private S|B Network hybrid workshop
DESCRIPTION:On July 9\, Science|Business will bring together the members of its international Network for an in-depth discussion – in Brussels and online – of the key issues and themes in research and innovation policy\, funding and cooperation that will define the year ahead. The Planning Meeting is above all a forum for members to identify common institutional interests and challenges\, to inform and strengthen the agenda of Network activities going forward\, and to begin preparations for the 2025 Science|Business Annual Network Conference. \nPlease note that this meeting is exclusively for members of the Science|Business Network. For any other organisation interested in becoming a member and joining the discussions on July 9\, please contact our Network Director at simon.pickard@sciencebusiness.net. For existing members\, please write to raffaele.guerini@sciencebusiness.net with any practical questions related to the event.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/annual-network-planning-meeting-private-sb-network-hybrid-workshop/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240318T094535Z
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SUMMARY:5th International ESS Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 5th International European Social Survey (ESS) Conference – Addressing grand societal challenges cross-nationally: Investigation\, innovation and insights from 20 years of data – will be held at ICS – University of Lisbon and ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon\, Portugal\, from Monday 8 until Wednesday 10 July 2024. \nMore info here.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/5th-international-ess-conference/
LOCATION:ICS – University of Lisbon and ISCTE\, Lisbon\, Portugal
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250113
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SUMMARY:Global approach: Is the EU’s international cooperation strategy working?  Private S|B Network workshop
DESCRIPTION:A private Science|Business Network workshop \nMore info here.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/global-approach-is-the-eus-international-cooperation-strategy-working-private-sb-network-workshop/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240608
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SUMMARY:e-IRG
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URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/e-irg/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240607
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CREATED:20240325T160047Z
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SUMMARY:ESPON seminar
DESCRIPTION:ESPON\, which carries out studies on regional development issues\, organises a seminar of this type at the end of each rotating presidency of the Council of the EU. The aim of these seminars is to bring together political decision-makers\, practitioners\, researchers\, experts and all stakeholders at all levels of governance. \nFor the Belgian presidency\, the seminar\, scheduled for 5 and 6 June 2024 in Mons\, will focus on reducing land artificialisation\, and limiting urban sprawl and soil sealing. The two days will include plenary sessions\, workshops and round tables\, highlighting different Member States’ policies on the issue to inspire the whole of the EU. \nMore info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/espon-seminar/
LOCATION:Wallonia Conference Center Mons (WCCM)\, Avenue Mélina Mercouri 9\, Mons\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240606
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CREATED:20240325T155720Z
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SUMMARY:Conference on research infrastructures
DESCRIPTION:Contact riconference2024@belspo.be \n 
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/conference-on-research-infrastructures/
LOCATION:KBR\, Mont des Arts / Kunstberg 28 1000\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240606
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SUMMARY:Indtech2024: Science and Innovation to empower Europe industrial resilience and economic security
DESCRIPTION:European industry plays a pivotal role in the twin digital and green transition. It acts as a catalyst for these changes while also being directly impacted by them. Simultaneously\, the European industry must strive to uphold their technological leadership and competitiveness in a context of increasing global competition. Indeed\, recent geopolitical and sanitary crisis highlighted the supply chain vulnerability of several key enabling technologies and critical raw materials. \nEurope’s technological capabilities are its best asset to meet the objectives of the Green Deal\, reach carbon neutrality in 2050 and ensure the leadership of its industry\, notably in the innovative materials sector. But the significance of the challenges matches the ambition. New technologies must be developed to enable the European transition to a carbon neutral economy\, but developing low and zero carbon solutions that go beyond the traditional approach will demand close collaboration between the academic and industry worlds. \n\n\nIndtech2024 will be a forum bringing together stakeholders to exchange around specific R&I and policy challenges and stimulate networking. An overarching question we would like to address during Indtech2024 is how R&D policies could be better integrated to ambitious European initiatives to make sure the future of our industry is made in Europe. More specifically\, Indtech2024 will aim to: \n\nIdentify and discuss the research and innovation challenges and opportunities related to the fields of advanced materials and manufacturing and critical raw material supply.\nIdentify\, discuss\, and showcase promising technologies and best practices contributing to the digital and green transition of the industry and the decarbonisation of the energy-intensive industries.\n\nTake stock of lessons learned at the mid-term of Horizon Europe programme and provide recommendations for the way forward\, specifically on how it could articulate better with other European initiatives. \nMore info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/indtech2024-science-and-innovation-to-empower-europe-industrial-resilience-and-economic-security/
LOCATION:Namur
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240531
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T155121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T155121Z
UID:14148-1716854400-1717113599@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Table Top Exercise on Critical Maritime Infrastructure Protection (TTX CMIP)
DESCRIPTION:The TTX\, organised by the European Defence Agency (EDA)\, aims to answer the question “what to do when something happens? The exercise will involve different levels of response and will take place in 4 consecutive phases. The final product should enable all Member States to respond in a coordinated manner to incidents targeting critical maritime infrastructure and their direct and indirect consequences. \nGeneral planning: the exercise will start in January 2024 and will continue until the end of the Belgian presidency of the Council of the EU. There will be several feedback and intermediate conclusions before a final table top exercise\, which will present the results\, evaluations and recommendations on governance and policy. \nPhase 1: The exercise begins with a first phase focusing on maritime situational awareness (MSA) in each of the three participating countries\, Belgium\, the Netherlands\, and Lower Saxony (DE). \nIn this first phase\, each MSA agency will provide its perspectives on existing legal frameworks\, directives\, and command structures. These conclusions will be a first observation at national level\, at all levels of leadership involved\, in cross-border and international cooperation. In addition\, each MSA agency will share its perspective on collaboration with private actors\, “to do”\, “not to do” and best practices to improve maritime situational awareness. \nPhase 2: During this phase\, MSA agencies will meet trilaterally to discuss their assessment\, needs and recommendations\, regarding the status of the MSA\, including critical maritime infrastructure\, detection\, target evaluation criteria\, 24/7 contact points. The goal is to organize a meeting in each MSA agency\, each with a specific focus on the following topics. \n1) National and cross-border governance assessments \n2) National and cross-border recommendations on governance \n3) Policy evaluation to improve national and cross-border governance \nPhase 3: This phase includes targeted meetings with private stakeholders regarding the MSA situation\, including critical marine infrastructure. The evaluation and recommendations will complement the efforts of MSA agencies. National emergency responders for PAHO at sea are also involved in this phase and face preliminary assessment and recommendations. If\, as expected\, national first responders were already involved in Phase 1 and Phase 2\, Phase 3 will refine and consolidate assessments and recommendations and improve existing bilateral agreements and make recommendations for other legal frameworks and guidelines. \nPhase 4 will transfer the efforts of the operational staff involved (MSA and Response) to the core team which will consolidate the results\, evaluate and recommend intermediate conclusions and prepare the table-top closing exercise\, scheduled by the third week of May 2024 \nPreparing a report: The final task of the exercise sponsored by the Belgian Presidency will be a consolidated report. \nMore info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/table-top-exercise-on-critical-maritime-infrastructure-protection-ttx-cmip/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240530
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T155257Z
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SUMMARY:The convergence of technologies enabling R&I for the healthcare of the future
DESCRIPTION:How can data be used to further stimulate research and development in health? What steps are we taking toward the healthcare of the future? \nConverging technologies\, such as bio-\, and nanotechnologies\, engineering\, digitalisation and big data have transformational power to drive research and innovation towards healthcare of the future. \nProminent academics and policy makers will delve into compelling topics and technologies\, and the potential of the different European partnerships and infrastructures during the captivating two-day conference ‘The convergence of technologies enabling R&I for the healthcare of the future’.  \nNext to a programme full of insightful keynotes\, this conference (on invitation only) is a great opportunity to get more insights into the potential of technologies and innovative approaches for better wellbeing and health. \nThis Belgian presidency conference is coordinated by the Flemish Department for Economy\, Science and Innovation (EWI)\, in collaboration with the Research Department of the Public Service of Wallonia\, the Flemish Department for Care and Sciensano\, and is co-financed by DG RTD of the European Commission. \nMore info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/the-convergence-of-technologies-enabling-ri-for-the-healthcare-of-the-future/
LOCATION:The EGG\, Rue Bara / Barastraat 175 1070\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240530
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T154823Z
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SUMMARY:Incubation Forum: Circular Economy in European Defence
DESCRIPTION:Third annual general conference\, organized by the EDA under the auspices of the Belgian Presidency. \nUnder a direct contribution agreement with the European Commission\, the European Defence Agency (EDA) is managing the “Incubation Forum for Circular Economy in European Defence” (IF CEED). \nIF CEED aims at incubating and implementing public-private collaborative circular economy projects in European Defence\, in areas such as critical raw materials\, additive manufacturing\, materials for textiles\, sustainable ecodesign\, as well as in specific aspects of the waste directive: the Eco-management strategy\, green procurement\, circular data and spare parts management. \nAfter two years\, 26 EU Member States and some 300 experts are actively engaged in the IF CEED initiative. \nThe event is anticipated to bring together around 150 participants to take stock of the implementation of the project ideas incubated so far and discuss overarching topics\, such as the contribution of circularity to EU strategic autonomy or circular indicators.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/competitiveness-council-internal-market-and-industry/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240525
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240318T093105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T093318Z
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SUMMARY:Instruct-ERIC Biennial Structural Biology Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Instruct Biennial Structural Biology Conference (IBSBC) showcases the latest in integrative structural biology from leading scientists across the world. The theme for the conference is “New Directions for Structural Biology”. \nThe 6th Instruct Biennial Structural Biology Conference will be held in Cascais\, Portugal\, 23-24 May. \nPlease note: 22nd May will see a number of closed internal Instruct-ERIC meetings\, including the Centres Forum and Managers Meeting. \nThe conference will explore the latest cutting-edge developments in structural biology\, including the emerging methods in imaging technologies\, artificial intelligence and more\, as well as insight into the role structural biology plays in the wider global context. \nThe local organising committee for the Biennial is Carlos Cordeiro and Marta Sousa Silva (FC-Lisboa)\, and Madalena Gallagher\, John Dolan\, and Claudia Alén Amaro (Instruct-Hub). \nRegister for the Biennial Conference here. \nRegistration Deadline: 31 March 2024 \nRegistration Fee \n€130 – Researchers in Instruct Member countries and organisations \n€500 – Researchers outside Instruct membership \nMore info here.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/instruct-eric-biennial-structural-biology-conference/
LOCATION:Cascais\, Portugal\, Portugal
CATEGORIES:In person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240524
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T151522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T151522Z
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SUMMARY:Competitiveness Council (Research and innovation)
DESCRIPTION:More information about the agenda and the outcome of this meeting is available on the website of the European Council.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/competitiveness-council-research-and-innovation/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240518
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T123243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T123243Z
UID:14121-1715558400-1715990399@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Additive Manufacturing Village 2024
DESCRIPTION:The EDA’s Capability Development Plan (CDP) has identified additive manufacturing as a key technology with game-changing potential\, especially in terms of reducing the logistical footprint of military missions. The EDA’s mission is to support its Member States in their efforts to introduce additive manufacturing as a capability development tool\, just as it fosters military cooperation among the EU Member States. \nThe ‘Additive Manufacturing Village 2024’ (AM Village 2024) is a five-day capability workshop\, with a mix of seminars\, lectures\, presentations and hands-on interaction between participants. The agenda for the AM Village 2024 will be drawn up with participants during the preparatory meetings leading up to the event\, based on the requirements of Member States and input from industry and academia. \nThe aim is to identify appropriate AM technologies that can potentially provide logistical benefits to armed forces in various application scenarios. The workshop is planned to be held from 13 to 17 May 2024 in Tournai\, Belgium. Belgium will host the event as part of its European presidency. The Multinational Logistics Coordination Centre (MLCC) will support this event in light of the long and close cooperation between the two entities. \nThe AM Village 2024 is addressed to military AM experts and all military personnel responsible for regular maintenance\, repair and expedient maintenance in all services of the Armed Forces. Additionally\, the AM Village is targeting AM industry who can provide suitable\, reliable\, robust\, and resistant AM technologies. All AM-related academic circles\, including universities and standardisation bodies\, are also invited to participate. The AM Village 2024 will welcome all those who wish to contribute and cooperate in supporting the implementation of AM technology in the Armed Forces. \nM0re info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/additive-manufacturing-village-2024/
LOCATION:Tournai\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240509
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240320T102916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T102916Z
UID:14039-1715040000-1715212799@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:European Cluster Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:Registrations for the European Cluster Conference 2024 are open here. \nOn May 7th and 8th\, you have the chance to be part of the discussion and engage with industry leaders\, policymakers and cluster organisations from all over Europe. \nDiscover the full programme and speakers here. \nThe European Cluster Conference 2024 will take place at the Square\, in Brussels. \nThe Square entrance is located at Glass Entrance – Mont des Arts\, 1000 Brussels.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/european-cluster-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T122647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T123044Z
UID:14118-1714608000-1714780799@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Innovation and new technology in crisis communication: opportunities and/or threats?
DESCRIPTION:On the first day\, a conference will be held involving only the members of the Crisis Communications Network (CCN – IPCR) and their delegation. The conference considers mapping\, in the different countries\, from innovation and new technologies to moving forward in crisis communication. The day concludes with a social event in which we gather the guests from both days. At this event\, we discuss the conclusions from day one in order to prepare the participants for day two of the conference. The focus will also lie on networking with a set of tools to facilitate mutual discussion. \nOn day two\, we leave room for a larger audience (CCN\, European institutions\, international organisations\, academic world\, private sector\, etc.) but we also give the podium to atypical speakers from the academic and private sector in order to get our creative juices flowing. \nMore info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/innovation-and-new-technology-in-crisis-communication-opportunities-and-or-threats/
LOCATION:Egmont Palace\, Kleine Zavel 8 1000\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240427
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240318T105602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T105659Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Mission Arena by Blue Mission BANOS
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Mission Arena hosted by BlueMissionBANOS is taking place at H2O 6 kvartāls event hall in Riga\, Latvia on 25-26 April 2024.  \nFollowing the success of the first BlueMission BANOS Arena in Gothenburg\, Sweden last November\, BlueMissionBANOS is now hosting its second edition. \n\nRegistrations are open until 22 April 2024.  \nThis new edition will focus on regional actors in Estonia\, Latvia\, Lithuania\, Finland and East Sweden. The key stakeholders in this Arena will be Mission Ocean-relevant actors who will have the opportunity to engage with current and future actions in this region. Over the course of two days\, progress will be showcased\, open needs will be discussed\, and the next steps to transform this region’s blue economy to be more carbon-neutral\, environmentally friendly\, and circular will be planned. Additionally\, all participants will then have the chance to vote on the Roadmap towards Mission Ocean and Water’s success for this region at the final Mission Assembly. \nThe focus will not only be on the Baltic Sea as such but also cover ‘Blue on Land’\, i.e.\, lakes\, rivers and wastewater. Topics include fishery & aquaculture\, shipping and ports\, nutrients and pollution leakage to the ocean and waters\, waterborne transport\, nature protection and restoration\, sustainable products\, and all actions required to transform these sectors. \nDiscussions will be framed across 15 specific workshop themes. When you register\, please indicate whether you want to make an active contribution to one of them. We will accept suggestions until 15 March 2024. Please note that places will be limited\, and priority will be given to local actors. \nMore info here.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/2nd-mission-arena-by-blue-mission-banos/
LOCATION:H2O 6 kvartāls event hall\, Riga\, Latvia
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240419
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T111917Z
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SUMMARY:Healthcare needs as drivers for healthcare policy and innovation
DESCRIPTION:The conference will explore pathways towards a more needs-driven innovation and healthcare policy\, where needs are defined in an evidence-based manner and public resources directed towards the most pressing needs of patients and society. \nResearch funding\, regulatory incentives for medical innovation\, and the authorisation and reimbursement of healthcare interventions are still too often supply driven\, that is responding to developer actions or suggestions\, rather than being based on pre-defined priorities on patient and societal needs. The conference will explore pathways towards a more needs-driven innovation and healthcare policy\, where needs are defined in an evidence-based manner and public resources directed towards the most pressing needs of patients and society. \nMore info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/healthcare-needs-as-drivers-for-healthcare-policy-and-innovation/
LOCATION:Musée des Beaux-Arts / Museum voor de Schone Kunsten\, Rue du Musée / Museumstraat 9\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240418
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T111234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T111302Z
UID:14108-1713312000-1713398399@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Circular Economy Conference: "Europe's Leading Role in Mainstreaming Circular practice"
DESCRIPTION:More info here \nBelgium highlights the circular economy: an impressive evolution from experiment to the new normal\nDuring the week from 15 to 18 April\, companies\, knowledge institutions and NGOs from around the world will come to Belgium in order to exchange knowledge about circular innovation. The week kicks off with the World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) on 15 and 16 April in Brussels where new insights\, powerful practical examples and lots of networking opportunities are planned. Belgian and European cases and studies will also be discussed but here we can learn mainly how the rest of the world is tackling the transition to a circular economy. The European track during this WCEF will be shaped by the EU Belgian Presidency together with DG Environment\, the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform (ECESP)\, and the European Social Economic Committee. This will further integrate and strengthen the European vision\, making the event a crucial contribution to the circular economy agenda at the global level. \nCircular Economy Conference during the EU Presidency\nThe day after the WCEF\, on 17 April 2024\, we will take international visitors on a tour of Belgium’s circular doers and initiatives.  This event\, which like the WCEF will also take place at the Square in Brussels\, will show how the circular economy has grown from niche initiatives to a full-fledged alternative economy. However\, there are still many challenges facing our businesses and consumers. Through actual cases\, research and testimonials from keynote speakers\, we will provide our visitors with an idea of how these bottlenecks can be addressed. The objective is to interact effectively with the participants in each session\, allowing for learning from each other and with each other in all directions. \nExploratory round\nStarting the day from policy and research perspectives: how they see evolution and the International Resource Panel (IRP)\, the European Environmental Agency\, and representatives of the European Commission. In order to make the full transition\, the linear economy must also be phased out. Change is difficult\, so we look at how this is being done in Belgium and other countries: what governance is needed in order to achieve a new economic system\, how are we going to measure whether the change is happening fast enough and in the right direction? This opening lays the groundwork for a day full of insights and inspiration. \nInspiring stories which spur action\nThe plenary session will be followed by a presentation of exciting circular cases in Belgium and in Europe\, focusing upon innovative approaches and practices. Eight workshops (two teams of four in parallel sessions) will whet the appetite for more\, for more action especially because that is the goal of each session. Through a public-private partnership (with representatives from the different regions\, circular companies\, midfield organisations and knowledge institutions)\, we will encourage the public to share their own experiences and to learn from the proposed cases. Topics already on the agenda include the bio-economy\, circular construction and the circular city\, chemistry and plastics\, manufacturing with an emphasis on repair hubs and batteries\, circular procurement\, repair and life extension\, chemistry & plastics\, monitoring and indicators with a focus on digitalisation\, system innovation and hub operation in Europe. \nWith this diverse approach\, the Circular Economy Event during the Belgian presidency promises to make a valuable contribution to the global discourse about the circular economy and the further development of sustainable solutions. \nClosed Informal Council\nIn addition to the public programme\, there will also be a closed session where policy experts will have the opportunity to discuss in depth and develop strategies for the further implementation of circular economy principles within Europe.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/circular-economy-conference-europes-leading-role-in-mainstreaming-circular-practice/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T110624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T110624Z
UID:14102-1713225600-1713311999@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Maritime Security seminar
DESCRIPTION:One of the seminars organised by the Belgian presidency will focus on maritime security. The oceans and seas hold the key to the economic development and the present and future prosperity and security of all nations. Europe has the second largest coastal area in the world\, and maritime trade and the industries that depend on it are a major source of its economic development and prosperity. The EU is the world’s second-largest exporter and third-largest importer. 90% of European exports travel via maritime routes\, and as a global player\, the EU’s interests extend across the globe. \nThe importance of maritime security therefore goes far beyond the maritime domain alone\, and is linked to other areas\, such as the economy\, energy\, transport (supply chains)\, tourism\, access to and conservation of natural marine resources\, and critical infrastructure (including offshore and submarine infrastructure). Although essential\, maritime safety is nevertheless facing a growing number of challenges stemming from traditional threats (e.g. piracy\, geopolitical rivalries\, overfishing) as well as new threats (organised crime\, various forms of illicit activity taking place on the seas\, such as smuggling and waste dumping)\, all of which require multiple forms of cooperation to provide sustainable responses. \nThe aim is to bring together experts from institutions\, Member States and the private sector\, as well as representatives of the academic world\, to link maritime security to the challenges of space capabilities\, as well as cooperation with third-party states (NATO\, UK\, NO\, US)\, critical infrastructure protection\, legal maritime issues\, piracy and raising awareness of the EU’s maritime domain. \nDuring the seminar\, four maritime zones will be examined in terms of their maritime-related challenges. The seminar will include the perspective not only of the EU but also of international partners\, academics and Member States. \nRegistration \nMore info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/maritime-security-seminar/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T110104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T110218Z
UID:14098-1712793600-1712966399@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Joint meeting of the ERAC and the Working Party on Research
DESCRIPTION:More info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/joint-meeting-of-the-erac-and-the-working-party-on-research/
LOCATION:Namur
CATEGORIES:In person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T154549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T154549Z
UID:14139-1712620800-1713139199@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:New European Bauhaus Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Festival of the New European Bauhaus is returning for its second edition on 9-14 April 2024!  \nFrom 9-14 April 2024\, the highly anticipated Festival of the New European Bauhaus will once again bring together people from all across the globe to share their vision and actions for a future that is sustainable\, beautiful\, and inclusive. \nThis year’s edition of the Festival will feature a diverse and fully-packed programme with discussion panels\, exhibitions\, art performances\, satellite events\, and much more. \nDuring the event\, global industry leaders\, opinion thinkers\, innovation experts\, artists\, and cultural figures will get together to discuss crucial topics\, including shelter and living environments\, land and water\, fashion\, and human well-being\, all within the context of environmental changes. \nThe Festival programme will span across four tracks of activities: \n\nForum - a platform for engaging discussions and the exchange of ideas surrounding the New European Bauhaus.\nFair - a laboratory and exhibition highlighting projects and prototypes that align with and support the core values of the New European Bauhaus.\nFest - a celebration that unites culture\, art\, and conviviality\, serving as a moment of collective rejoicing\, honoring freedom of expression and embracing radical\, innovative\, and disruptive ideas and visions.\nSatellite events: events and initiatives organised independently in Brussels and beyond\, with core activities in line with the New European Bauhaus values.\n\nThe Festival will also feature the New European Bauhaus Prizes\, recognising projects\, designs\, and ideas that align with the movement’s commitment to shaping a sustainable\, beautiful\, and inclusive future for Europe. A total of 20 winners from all across Europe will be awarded this year at an official Prize ceremony. \nMore information
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/new-european-bauhaus-festival-2024/
LOCATION:Art & History Museum\, Parc du Cinquantenaire / Jubelpark 10\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T154327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T154346Z
UID:14136-1712620800-1712793599@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Mutual Learning Exercise on Industrial Decarbonisation
DESCRIPTION:The Mutual Learning Exercise (MLE) is an established instrument of the EU to promote the exchange of best practices among the participating countries and to allow countries to learn from each other and from the experts. \nThe MLE on Industrial Decarbonisation is expected to contribute to achieving the Green Deal. 12 European countries have committed in early 2023 to participate in this MLE. This will help countries to effectively address the challenges of reducing carbon emissions in the industrial sector and move towards a more sustainable future. The ultimate goal of this MLE is faster deployment of new technology\, business solutions\, and models to facilitate the transition to a climate-neutral continent\, while also strengthening Europe’s industrial sector. \nAfter four intensive thematic sessions\, this dissemination event has the aim to spread and discuss the results to a broader professional audience. \nThe Mutual Learning Exercice on Industrial Decarbonisation is organized by the European Commission (DG Research and Innovation). The aim is to contribute to achieving the Green Deal by serving as a platform for participating countries to discuss their specific needs and interests\, exchange experiences and knowledge about success factors and lessons learned\, and provide guidance to policy makers on how to develop or update their industrial technology roadmaps and sector-specific strategies for industrial decarbonization. \nThe ultimate goal of this MLE is faster deployment of new technology\, business solutions\, and models to facilitate the transition to a climate-neutral continent\, while also strengthening Europe’s industrial sector. \nThe dissemination activities are the final step in this exercice. They are held under the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union\, as both regional authorities of Flanders and Wallonia are participating in the MLE as representatives of Belgium. \nPart 1\nPart I concerns an event on invitation in Brussels. Invitations are sent to Government experts from MLE countries\, outside MLE country participants\, MLE experts\, and senior managers of industry\, business and research associations. It aims at presenting the results of the project to a wider group of participants\, with the focus on discussing impact and lessons learned from the MLE and follow up. \nThe event will feature a keynote speech by a high-level speaker who will set the scene for the subsequent discussions. After a presentation\, made by the Chair\, of the MLE results and the policy recommendations identified and validated during the project\, the open event will have a panel discussion to debate the next steps on how the policy recommendations can be applied. This panel discussion\, moderated by the European Commission\, will gather speakers from the MLE participating countries and industry representatives. \nIn between the two sessions\, a short presentation from the European Commission\, DG Research and Innovation on a new action plan on decarbonisation of the EU energy-intensive industries will take place. \nPart II\nPart II concerns several closed sessions (restricted to the MLE participants\, project team and targeted invitees)\, combined with site visits in both Wallonia and Flanders. It aims at discussing\, among practitioners and industry representatives\, concrete actions that can be applied by the MLE participants to put into practice the lessons learned during the exercise\, with the objective of increasing the impact of the MLE and follow up. \nWallonia\nThe MLE participants are invited to the Wallonia region\, to visit the CRM Group premisses\, with a focus on industry pilots. Afterwards\, two panel discussions\, with invited speakers mainly from the industry\, aim at debating the industry decarbonisation strategy of Wallonia (with an emphasis on the role of SMEs)\, the role of CCU with the presentation of the project Columbus by Carmeuse\, and the role of green hydrogen in the decarbonisation of energy-intensive industries\, with several interventions from the industry and public authorities. The day will end with a networking cocktail with invited members of the Belgium Hydrogen Council. \nFlanders\nOn the second day\, the MLE participants will move to Genk (Flanders)\, to have further discussions on the role of inter-regional collaboration\, industry-symbiosis\, regulatory sandboxes and the role of green electricity\, infrastructure and logistics for industrial decarbonisation. A first set of presentations from representatives of EnergyVille and from the Port of Antwerp-Bruges and North Sea Port will provide to the MLE participants concrete examples and best practices of industry-symbiosis\, electrification\, logistics and regulatory sandboxes. \nAfter that\, a panel discussion bringing together public actors from Belgium\, the Netherlands and Germany aspires to bring insights about interregional collaboration\, in line with the policy recommendations. Finally\, a site visit to the EnergyVille premisses will again showcase good examples of industrial decarbonisation in Belgium. \nMore info here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/mutual-learning-exercise-on-industrial-decarbonisation/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20240404T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Lisbon:20240405T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20231130T143348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T143348Z
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SUMMARY:4th Workshop on Neuroengineering: Brain-on-a-Chip Platforms - i3S – Institute of Research and Innovation in Health.
DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, brain-on-a-chip platforms have emerged as very promising tools to recapitulate important features of brain structure and function within miniaturized and engineered devices. In this workshop\, we will discuss the most recent advances in the field\, ranging from microfabrication to brain-on-a-chip applications in disease modeling. This workshop aims at promoting an intellectually stimulating environment where new ideas can be exchanged and new collaborations can be forged. By integrating hands-on practical sessions\, the workshop also gives the possibility for the interested participants to try basic techniques used in neuroengineering.\nThis 4th edition of the WoN includes 3 selected short-talks from students and junior researchers\, as well as a poster session. We thus invite the participants to submit their recent work on neuroengineering\, particularly on brain-on-a-chip platforms. \nOrganizers: Paulo Aguiar\, Miguel Aroso\, José Mateus \nTarget audience: \nResearchers and students (MSc and PhD) working in neuroscience/neurobiology\, biomedical engineering\, biophysics\, and related fields. The hands-on practical sessions are targeted for students (MSc and PhD) but are in fact open to everyone. Every practical session has a duration of 3h and each participant can only choose (register) one hands-on practical session. \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\nThe workshop will be held at i3S – Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde. \nRua Alfredo Allen\, 208; 4200-135 Porto\, Portugal\nTel: +351 226 074 900 | Site: http://www.i3s.up.pt/ | E-mail: events@i3s.up.pt\nGPS coordinates: 41º 10’ 30.008’’ N\, 8º 36’ 12.488’’ W. \n \n\n\n\n\n\nProgram\n\nFirst day | 4th April 2024\n09:45 Welcome Coffee \n10:00 Microelectrode arrays and microfluidics for the recording of reconstructed neuronal junctions and organoids\nBenoît Charlot\, CNRS and University of Montpellier\, France \n10:45 BrainChip4Med – a brain-on-a-chip platform to screen smart nanomedicines to treat neurodegenerative diseases\nRaquel Rodrigues\, University of Minho\, Portugal \n11:30 hiPSC-derived neurospheroids to depict the three-dimensional neuronal microenvironment in disease and therapeutic response\nCatarina Brito\, IBET and ITQB-NOVA\, Portugal \n12:15 Lunch  \n14:00 Engineering Forebrain Organoids from Human Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells for Modeling Rett Syndrome (RTT)\nMargarida Diogo\, iBB and IST\, Portugal \n14:45 Selected Orals (x3) \n15:30 Meet the Speakers & Coffee Break \n16:15 Posters \n16:45 Modeling peripheral innervation of physio-pathological bioengineered microtissues\nEstrela Neto\, i3S\, Portugal \n17:30 Leveraging spontaneous activity in human stem cell-derived neurons to model neurodevelopmental disorders\nNael Nadif Kasri\, Radboud University\, Netherlands \n18:15 Concluding Remarks \n  \nSecond day | 5th April 2024\n09:30-12:30 Hands-on practical morning session \n14:00-17:00 Hands-on practical afternoon session \n  \n\n  \nHands-on Practical Sessions\nThe hands-on sessions will take place as long as the minimum number of participants is reached (2). \nS1 – Basics of Neuronal Cell Cultures. This session is intended to provide introductory training in the basic requirements for successful cell culturing. With this hands-on training session\, the participants will get acquainted with a number of valuable resources and guidelines required to maintain a cell culture. [Responsible: Ana Marote\, NCN/i3S]. \nS2 – Preparation of brain-on-a-chip platforms. Brain-on-a-chip platforms have been increasingly used in neuroscience\, as they allow to mimic neural circuits through spatial and/or fluidic compartmentalization of cells\, as well as to model several neuropathological scenarios. During this session\, participants will be introduced to brain-on-a-chip platforms and will be able to prepare their own microfluidic devices. [Responsible: Sara Silva\, NCN/i3S] \nS3 – Memristive artificial synapses: from device principles to neuromorphic applications. Neuromorphic devices\, such as memristors\, use the brain’s structure and operation principles as a promising solution for modern computational storage and processing demands. This session will provide an introduction to the memristor\, followed by the electrical characterization of some devices. [Responsible: Catarina Dias\, IFIMUP]. \nS4 – Introduction to NEURON – in silico neuroscience and detailed simulations of neurons in a computer. This session gives an introduction to the NEURON simulation environment\, a well-established tool for in silico neuroscience. Participants will learn how to perform biophysically detailed simulations of single neurons and small neuronal circuits. Participants are requested to bring their laptops for this session. [Responsible: Paulo Aguiar\, NCN/i3S]. \nS5 – Principles of microelectrode arrays (MEA) electrophysiology. Microelectrode array (MEA) technology enables electrophysiological recording and/or stimulation of hundreds of neurons simultaneously. In this session\, the participants will get acquainted with the principles of MEA experiments and have the possibility to evoke and record extracellular signals from neuronal networks. [Responsible: José Mateus\, NCN/i3S]. \nS6 – Imaging neuronal activity with Calcium dyes. Calcium dyes are used to monitor neuronal activity by assessing the resulting intracellular changes in Ca2+ concentration. In this session\, participants will have the opportunity to image neuronal cell cultures labeled with a calcium dye and analyze the acquired data with software developed in-house. [Responsible: Miguel Aroso\, NCN/i3S]. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\nBenoît Charlot (CNRS and University of Montpellier\, France) \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nRaquel Rodrigues (University of Minho\, Portugal) \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nCatarina Brito (IBET and ITQB-NOVA\, Portugal) \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nMargarida Diogo (iBB and IST\, Portugal) \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nEstrela Neto (i3S\, Portugal) \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nNael Nadif Kasri (Radboud University\, Netherlands) \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract Submission\n\nThis 4th edition of the WoN will include 3 selected short-talks from students and junior researchers\, as well as a poster session. We thus invite the participants to submit their recent work on neuroengineering\, specifically on brain-on-a-chip platforms. \nYour submitted Abstract should be 1 page PDF with no more than 500 words but may include figures. \nThe call for abstracts will be open until 5th December 2023. \nAbstract template >> \nAbstract submission form >> \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\nA participant can register for the lectures only (4th April 2024) or for both lectures and one hands-on session. The registration fees include the coffee breaks and lunch (4th April 2024 only) and the necessary hands-on session materials. Please notice that the number of seats is limited (for both lectures and practical sessions). Participation will be confirmed on a first-come\, first-served basis\, upon confirmation of registration fee payment. The time slot (morning or afternoon) for each practical session is subject to confirmation. This information will be provided to the participants upon registration. \nRegistration fees:\n\n\n\n\nEarly bird registration: 8th January 2024 \nPayment deadline: 8th January 2024\nRegular registration: 8th February 2024 \nPayment deadline: 8th February 2024\n\n\nLectures only\n75€\n100€\n\n\nFull workshop \n(Lectures & 1 Hands-On Session)\n100€\n120€\n\n\n\n  \nRegistration form >> \n  \n\n  \nMORE INFORMATION \nEvents Management Unit | Rua Alfredo Allen 208 | 4200-135 Porto\, Portugal \nEmail: events@i3s.up.pt | Tel: +351 226 074 900
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/4th-workshop-on-neuroengineering-brain-on-a-chip-platforms-i3s-institute-of-research-and-innovation-in-health/
LOCATION:Porto\, Portugal
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240406
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T152535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T152543Z
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SUMMARY:EU-US Trade and Technology Council
DESCRIPTION:As holder of the current presidency of the Council of the European Union\, Belgium will host the sixth meeting of the TTC on 4 and 5 April in the university town of Leuven. \nTTC\nThe EU-US Trade and Technology Council was founded in June 2021 and serves as the foremost platform for transatlantic cooperation on trade and technology. \nThe meetings are traditionally co-chaired by EVPs Valdis Dombrovskis and Margrethe Vestager\, as well as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken\, US Trade Representative Katherine Tai and US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. Previous editions were held in Pittsburgh\, Paris\, Washington DC\, Lulea and Washington DC again. \nThe program\nPreliminary activities and side-meetings are foreseen on 4 April\, with the formal conference taking place in the morning of 5 April. The formal meeting is followed by a press conference\, concluding the official program of the TTC. A more detailed overview of the program will be released in due course.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/eu-us-trade-and-technology-council/
LOCATION:Leuven\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240403
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240325T152130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T152130Z
UID:14130-1712016000-1712102399@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Meeting - Networking Cocktail: "Impulse to Clean Power for Transport"
DESCRIPTION:This networking cocktail is a side event of the Connecting Europe Days\, Europe’s mobility flagship event\, on 2-5 April in Brussels\, Belgium\, that will bring together politicians\, financial institutions\, industry representatives\, transport stakeholders and the European Commission to discuss concrete measures and exchange good practices on creating a fully decarbonised\, resilient\, seamless and digital transport and mobility network in Europe. It will take stock of the ambitious goals set out in the EU Green Deal and the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy. \nFollowing the adoption of the alternative fuels infrastructure regulation (AFIR) in 2023\, more user-friendly recharging and refuelling stations for alternative fuels will be deployed in the coming years across Europe enabling the transport sector to significantly reduce its carbon footprint. While the way to go and strategy for deployment is clear in a number of countries\, already reflected in substantial market progress\, there are still a number of challenges to tackle in order to meet the targets as set by AFIR Europe-wide and even go beyond those ambitions where the needs are higher. We need to prevent infrastructure bottlenecks to be a determining factor in our pathway to success towards greening transport\, while increasing efficiency\, shifting flows to more environmentally friendly modes and avoiding trips all together. All these pieces of the puzzle need to fall into place to reach a successful multimodal and sustainable mobility ecosystem! \n\n\n\nThe Flemish Government\, as part of the Belgian EU Presidency\, organizes this event to give a powerful impulse to clean power for transport and activate the network at the start of the Connecting Europe Days. The minister of Mobility and Public Works will open the session with an introduction on Flemish policies and outlooks on clean power for transport. A lively panel debate on the subject including international speakers will be followed by a cocktail reception and walking diner to get an informal discussion going between the participants. To end the night\, the Flemish Government offers a nocturnal guided tour of the venue\, the Brussels Centre for Fine Arts (BOZAR)\, with an exhibition celebrating 100 years of surrealism\, Belgium’s famous avant-garde movement that goes beyond the purely aesthetic and wants to transform the world with their subversive art\, also through international interactions. This might be just what greening transport needs!\n\n\nVenue: Brussels Centre for Fine Arts (BOZAR) – Ballroom “Rotonde Bertouille” – entrance via Rue Baron Horta – limited to 120 guests \nIndicative programme\n\n17h00-18h00: Arrival\n18h00-18h10: Welcome Speech minister of Mobility and Public Works (Flemish government)\n18h10-19h15: Moderated Panel Debate\n19h15-21h30: Network Cocktail and Walking Dinner\n20h15: Possibility to start Nocturnal Guided Tour (optional\, 1h\, in groups of 10-15\, languages Dutch/French/English)\n23h00: End\n\nSign up for this event here
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/meeting-networking-cocktail-impulse-to-clean-power-for-transport/
LOCATION:Bozar\, Rue Ravenstein / Ravensteinstraat 23\, Brussels\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:In person
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240314T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20240314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20231130T134156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T134156Z
UID:12818-1710428400-1710432000@hub.inesc.pt
SUMMARY:Horizon Europe: Where next for lump-sum funding and simplification? Private S|B Network FP Working Group webinar
DESCRIPTION:In a move towards the simplification of R&I grant implementation\, the EC has introduced (among other measures) lump sum funding in Horizon Europe. While the original intention was to reduce administration and financial errors\, the launch of the methodology was hampered by real-life circumstances. The energy crisis and the subsequent inflation in costs of living have shadowed the changes the EU Commission was planning to bring about\, with some stakeholders casting doubts on the benefits of lump sum funding. Science|Business will dive into the formalities of the process in this Network members-only webinar\, trying to shed light on the future of the mechanism.
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/horizon-europe-where-next-for-lump-sum-funding-and-simplification-private-sb-network-fp-working-group-webinar/
LOCATION:Brussels
CATEGORIES:In person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTSTAMP:20260416T015924
CREATED:20240209T161320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T161523Z
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SUMMARY:CoARA National Chapters Exchange Forum
DESCRIPTION:National Chapters are critical in fostering collaboration among national CoARA member organisations and supporting them in their implementation of the commitments outlined in the Agreement on Reforming Research Assessment.\nFor the first time\, high-level representatives of National Chapters and interested parties in setting up a CoARA National Chapter\, are coming together at the CoARA National Chapters Exchange Forum in Porto\, Portugal on February 22-23\, 2024. The upcoming forum is organised in collaboration with INESC-TEC\, FCT\, University of Minho\, and Science Europe. With the National Chapters Exchange Forum a platform is created to facilitate knowledge sharing among county-specific CoARA communities of practice. \nThe CoARA National Chapters Exchange Forum is set to cultivate a dynamic exchange of insights and experiences among representatives of existing and prospective CoARA National Chapters along topics such as local contexts and motivations for initiating a chapter\, reflections on challenges and good practices\, and fostering a multilingual CoARA. Objectives of the National Chapters Exchange Forum are to explore collaboration potentials and possibilities of building synergies; as well as to collectively respond to open questions around the design of National Chapters and inspire CoARA members in countries without a National Chapter to initiate one. \n  \nForming country-level communities of practice to implement CoARA\nCoARA member organisations follow a shared direction and a collective commitment to the principles of the reform. However\, the success of implementing these principles hinges on a nuanced understanding of the diverse geographical\, regional\, institutional\, and disciplinary contexts in which CoARA member organizations are situated. Despite a shared direction and shared core commitments\, the “one size doesn’t fit all” approach carries a special relevance and value in putting their practical commitments to the reform in practice.\nNational Chapters are specifically geared towards assisting CoARA member organisations in implementing the shared direction of the reform and its core commitments outlined in the Agreement on Reforming Research Assessment within a national or regional context. \nInitiated by CoARA members\, the establishment of National Chapters is a voluntary endeavour\, and any CoARA member from the respective country is invited to participate in the call for their National Chapter. Over a two-year timeframe\, National Chapters are entrusted with the responsibility of developing specific outputs that contribute to the comprehensive implementation of the Agreement within their national context(s). Their mandate goes beyond existing efforts in the country\, emphasising inclusivity by involving at least half of the national CoARA member organisations. \nTo ensure a broader spectrum of participation\, mechanisms are established to allow organisations\, both within and outside CoARA\, to contribute to and benefit from the National Chapter. Essential to the success of National Chapters is a commitment to sharing lessons learnt with other chapters and fostering synergies with relevant CoARA Working Groups. This collaborative approach strengthens the impact of CoARA’s mission on responsible research assessment practices.\nSo far\, 12 countries formed National Chapters: and three prospective Chapters are currently being proposed or are under evaluation. You can access the full inventory of them and browse their work plans here. \n  \nOngoing Call for CoARA National Chapters\nIn 2023 CoARA launched a Call for CoARA members to form National Chapters – this Call is on an ongoing basis and therefore members invited to take part under the conditions outline in the call document and to submit their application via the dedicated online form. \nJoin us in Porto \nIf you are a CoARA member organisation with an interest in forming a National Chapter and would like to learn from the experiences of existing chapters\, you are invited to participate at the National Chapters Exchange Forum in Porto (22-23\, February). However please note\, there are limited seats available onsite – an online option will be available to follow the event. Invitations have been sent by email. If you have not received an invitation and you represent a CoARA member organisation\, or your require more information\, please reach out to the CoARA secretariat: secretariat@coara.eu
URL:https://hub.inesc.pt/event/coara-national-chapters-exchange-forum/
LOCATION:Porto\, Portugal
CATEGORIES:In person
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