Unlocking EU Funding Opportunities for Ulysseus R&I Groups

Unlocking EU Funding Opportunities for Ulysseus R&I Groups

This webinar brings together Ulysseus Research & Innovation (R&I) Groups to explore upcoming EU funding opportunities and strengthen collaboration across the alliance. Designed by members of the International Project Office (IPO), it combines a strategic overview of Horizon Europe and other relevant programmes with interactive pitching sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their expertise, exchange ideas, and identify potential synergies for future project development.

Agenda

Session 1 – EU Funding Landscape (09:30 – 10:15)

  • Overview of Horizon Europe (structure, clusters, instruments)
    Speaker: Adil Bakayan (UniCA)
  • EDI dimensions in EU projects
    Speaker: Rita Bencivenga (UniGe)

Session 2 – R&I Groups Pitching & Funding Opportunities (10:15 – 11:30)

Three parallel sessions where participants join thematic tracks combining short group presentations and targeted funding insights from IPO members. This session concludes with a discussion on R&I Group synergies and available support from the Ulysseus IPO.

Each R&I Group delivers a 5-minute pitch, highlighting:

  • expertise
  • collaboration interests
  • potential EU project ideas

Track 1 – Digital Transformation, Education & Society

Artificial intelligence, digital education, social innovation, data-driven transformation
Moderator: Kaisu Paasio (HHUAS) Kaisu Paasio & Filip Petrovic (UCG)


Track 2 – Sustainable Technologies, Energy & Industrial Innovation

Sustainability, climate, renewable energy, advanced materials, industrial processes
Moderator: Sascha Gell (MCI)


Track 3 – Health, Culture & Human Wellbeing

Health, ageing, life sciences, cultural heritage, creative and inclusive societies
Moderator: Rafael De Vera (USE)

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