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The 2nd Student Conference Kicks Off in Douai, Northern France!

01/07/2025

The 2nd EULiST Student Conference officially launched in Douai, hosted by IMT Nord Europe, welcoming over 200 participants and esteemed guests to a vibrant international gathering.

What’s Ahead:

Participants can look forward to engaging workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, and a dynamic program designed to foster cross-university collaboration and shared innovation. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the week!

Day 1 Highlights – Arrival & Welcome

Welcoming Our 2025 Cohort

We were thrilled to reconnect with the brilliant EULiST students whose energy and passion continue to drive our shared mission forward. This year, we placed a stronger emphasis on sustainability, highlighting the importance of collaboration across institutions and shared learning experiences across borders.

Reception at Salle Anchin & Welcome Address from the Mayor of Douai

The day concluded with a warm reception at the historic Salle Anchin, where we were honored to be welcomed by Dr. Frédéric Chereau, Mayor of Douai. His inspiring address emphasized the city’s support for the European University Initiative and its commitment to regional and European collaboration.

We are grateful to the city of Douai and to IMT Nord Europe for their outstanding hospitality and continued partnership within the EULiST Alliance.

Fabio Graziosi is the New Rector of the University of L’Aquila

26/06/2025

Professor Fabio Graziosi has been elected as the new Rector of the University of L’Aquila for the 2025–2031 term.

Born in L’Aquila on July 28, 1968, Professor Graziosi graduated with top honors in Electronic Engineering from the University of L’Aquila in 1993. He is currently a professor of Telecommunications at the Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics (DISIM), where he also serves as director. He will officially assume office on October 1, 2025.

Professor Graziosi’s scientific work initially focused on performance evaluation of wireless systems in complex propagation environments. Over time, his research has expanded to include topics influenced by interdisciplinary collaboration with the fields of electronics, computer science, and automatic control. His work in this area includes research on sensor networks and, more broadly, networked embedded systems.

EULiST Alliance Welcomes Dr. Natia Gamkrelidze as Secretary General

25/06/2025

The EULiST European University Alliance is excited to announce that Dr. Natia Gamkrelidze has officially assumed the role of Secretary General.
In this role, Dr. Gamkrelidze will lead the strategic and operational coordination of the alliance across ten member universities, working closely with all governance bodies and institutional partners to further establish EULiST as a model for transnational collaboration in higher education.
Dr. Gamkrelidze brings a broad background and experience in international education, policy expertise, and operational coordination. She holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Linnaeus University and has completed a postdoctoral fellowship in International Security at the Belfer Center, Harvard Kennedy School. Her previous research affiliations include Malmö University, Columbia University, Harvard University, and the University of Oxford.
A decade ago, Dr. Gamkrelidze was herself an Erasmus Mundus scholarship holder. She understands firsthand the transformative power of European cooperation in education—and strongly believes in its lasting impact on individuals and society.
We are happy to welcome her to the EULiST community, and we look forward to this next chapter of shared growth, innovation, and connection.

EULiST startups shine at VivaTech 2025

24/06/2025

The 2025 edition of VivaTech broke all records: 180,000 visitors, 14,000 startups, 171 nationalities, and 640,000 business connections. Amidst this thriving innovation ecosystem, the IMT showcased its dynamism by presenting 36 cutting-edge entrepreneurial projects—among them, six startups from the EULiST alliance.

Innovation and impact: EULiST startups take the stage
EULiST, committed to bridging technology and society through sustainable innovation, spotlighted six of its affiliated startups:

DynaNIC Semiconductor (Brno University of Technology) – a deep tech university spin-off specializing in flexible, high-speed backbone connectivity solutions for the telecom and data center sectors. We are currently seeking seed funding to accelerate our go-to-market strategy.
Factorymaker (TU Wien) – develops novel AI-design agents to maximize costs, sustainability and efficiency of industrial production, logistics and warehouse buildings.
FlexCo (TU Wien) – Developing sustainable flexible composite materials for future mobility.
BIOM Research Project (Brno University of Technology) – a modular system for future cities combining smart infrastructure, vertical agriculture, and clean energy, to create self-sufficient and sustainable urban environments.
JOULZEN (Vienna University of Technology) – transforms old oil tanks into intelligent thermal batteries. We capture surplus renewable energy as heat when it’s cheapest, reducing heating costs by 94% while increasing energy independence to 87%. Don’t worry, heat happy!
PRINSUS (National Technical University of Athens) – provision of services to the agri-food sector to develop innovative products, to upgrade and evolve into innovative technologies and business models.
MYTHAMIN (Slovak University of Technology) – creates personalized packs based on your lifestyle or blood test results – no guesswork, just real support for your energy, focus, and long-term health. Feel the difference.

These startups exemplify the EULiST vision: leveraging interdisciplinary collaboration to create high-impact, deeptech solutions addressing Europe’s most pressing challenges—from climate action and digital transformation to social cohesion.

A ministerial visit and a vision for the future
The highlight of the event was the visit of Eric Lombard, the French Minister of the Economy, Finance, and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty, who discovered firsthand the entrepreneurial energy of the IMT incubators, including EULiST-aligned ventures. This moment underscored the alignment of EULiST with national strategies for economic sovereignty and digital innovation.

EULiST: from local roots to european reach
With its 10-university consortium spanning Europe, EULiST is building a unique academic and innovation ecosystem. Rooted in local regions and committed to transdisciplinary collaboration, EULiST supports student entrepreneurship as a key driver for regional development, European cohesion, and global sustainability.

BIP Staff Week at IMT Mines Albi, 17-21 November 2025

23/06/2025 Deadline: July 4, 2025

Are you eager to connect with colleagues from around the world and exchange best practices in higher education and all this within an EULiST institution?

Look no further! IMT Mines Albi is thrilled to invite you to our annual Staff Week, a dynamic event designed to foster collaboration and innovation in academia.

Hosted on our campus in the city of Albi (France), our Staff Week offers a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse community of educators, administrators, and researchers.
Through interactive workshops, insightful presentations, and networking sessions, participants will learn how to manage cultural differences in higher education, share valuable insights, and forge lasting partnerships.

Why attend the IMT Mines Albi BIP Staff Week?

Exchange ideas and expertise with peers from international institution
Discover innovative approaches to teaching, research, and student support services
Explore the surroundings of Albi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Expand your professional network and cultivate collaborative opportunities
Experience the renowned hospitality and cultural richness of France

Dates: 17-21 November + Virtual opening on the 7th of November, at 10am (CET)

Location: IMT Mines Albi Campus, Albi, France

Pre-registration for Eulist members only (until July 4th): by email at international@mines-albi.fr

Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to enhance your professional development and be part of a global conversation in higher education.

Join us at the IMT Mines Albi Staff Week and let’s shape the future of learning together!

Brno International Week, 20th – 24th October 2025

20/06/2025 Deadline: June 30, 2025

Following up in a nice tradition and success of previous years, the Faculty of Business and Management, Brno University of Technology, is proud to invite you to Brno International Week from October 20th – 24th 2025.

Brno International Week is an unique opportunity to share your experience with students, discuss the latest knowledge and exchange ideas with colleagues from your area of expertise and to find partners for your further research or pedagogic cooperation.

The focus of the BIW 2025 is on global issues in business, management, digitalisation, system engineering and informatics.

In parallel with this year’s edition of BIW, the Innovation and Enterpreneurial Festival will also take place.

This event will offer topics focused on fostering entrepreneurship at BUT within the framework of the contriBUTe innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

BIW participants will have the opportunity to attend selected parts of the festival program.

Further details about this year’s edition will be announced soon.

We would be very delighted if you save the date for Brno International Week in your schedule and come to give a lecture in your teaching field. We will be able to accept you under the Erasmus+ teaching programme.

For registration please use the on-line Registration form and complete it by June 30th 2025.

For any further information, please contact:
Martin Očko (Martin.Ocko@vut.cz) or
Zuzana Šimberová (Zuzana.Simberova@vut.cz)

Entrepreneurship for Scientists Masterclass Series (E4S), Workshop at TU Wien, 12 June 2025

11/06/2025

E4s – Mastering Investor Engagement: Strategies for Success

Speaker: Nina Wöss

Date and time: June 12, 2025, 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm CET

Location: TU Wien, Vienna, Austria

Language: English

Why you should join:

The workshop is designed to help scientists to navigate the vital process of engaging with investors at the early stages of entrepreneurship. In this session, we’ll uncover the significance of establishing connections with potential investors and learn what truly captures their interest. Discover the investment process and why building these relationships early can be a game-changer for your scientific endeavors. We’ll explore what investors are really looking for, and provide you with practical strategies for preparing for these crucial conversations.

Whether you’re planning your first pitch or simply you are curious about venture capital, this session will help you approach investor meetings with clarity and confidence.

For more information and to reserve your spot visit this page.

Don’t miss this opportunity!

GRANAT Summer School in Entrepreneurship at LUH, September 2025

05/06/2025 Deadline: July 30, 2025

Event Title:

GRANAT Summer School Entrepreneurship (On-campus event, 3 ECTS credits, conducted in German)
Entrepreneurial Thinking and Action – Pathways to Self-Employment

Event Dates and Times:

September 18, 2025: Mandatory preliminary meeting from 14:00-17:00 (Online participation for EULiST members can be arranged)
September 22-26, 2025: Daily sessions from 09:00-17:30, with extended hours on September 23 (until 19:30) and September 26 (until 19:00) followed by networking and a BBQ until approximately 22:00

Location and Format:

Venue: Leibniz University Hanover, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Herrenhausen Campus, Building 4104 – Room 063, Herrenhäuser Straße 2, 30419 Hannover, Germany https://standortfinder.uni-hannover.de/de/?search=4104-063
Format: Interdisciplinary Summer School for aspiring entrepreneurs with their own project idea

Further Information:

More details can be found at: https://www.naturwissenschaften.uni-hannover.de/de/granat/qualifizierungsangebote/school-entrepreneurship/
Program details: https://www.naturwissenschaften.uni-hannover.de/fileadmin/naturwissenschaften/NAT_Granat/Qualifizierungsangebote/Summer_School_Entrepreneurship/2025_Summer_School-Beschreibung_onCampus_final.pdf
The Summer School is credited with 3 ECTS in the Master’s programs of the Faculty of Natural Sciences at LUH.

Participation Fee: 500 € for students/staff from EULiST partner institutions (excludes travel/accommodation costs)

Participation Requirements:

Target Group: Master’s students, doctoral candidates, postdocs, and other research staff
Language Proficiency: Fluent in German (spoken and written)
Project Idea: Bring a business idea for your own startup project or a training startup project and a willingness to work intensively on it during the school.
Survey Requirement: Timely response to the business idea survey by September 5, 2025, sent to granat@nat.uni-hannover.de (the survey will be provided by GRANAT upon registration).
Technical Requirements: A laptop with Wi-Fi capability and pre-installed word processing software (Word, docx compatible)
Payment of Participation Fee.

Registration Procedure and Deadline:

Two-Step Registration Process:

Online registration at: www.granat.uni-hannover.de/entrepreneurship
Additionally, submit a completely filled and signed PDF registration form with a binding cost coverage declaration.

Registration is complete when both online registration and the PDF form are received by GRANAT.
Registration Deadline: July 30, 2025

Contact for Further Questions: Dr. rer.nat. Barbara Höft-Lessdorf (granat@nat.uni-hannover.de)

Learn more through the program leaflet.

Abraham Duarte Muñoz Proclaimed New Rector of Rey Juan Carlos University

30/05/2025

Early on May 26th, 2025, Abraham Duarte Muñoz was officially named rector of Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC), one of the ten EULiST member institutions, following the publication of his appointment in the Official Bulletin of the Community of Madrid (BOCM). For further information, please refer to the official announcement in the BOCM and the detailed news release published by URJC.

Jönköping University Visits URJC’s Fuenlabrada Campus: Strengthening EULiST Collaboration

30/05/2025

On May 26th, 2025, Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC) had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from Jönköping University (JU) to its Fuenlabrada campus as part of the ongoing collaboration within the EULiST Alliance. This visit represented an important step in enhancing academic cooperation and building stronger links between partner institutions in the alliance.

The day’s programme began at 9:00 with a warm welcome by Pablo T. Salvadores Alonso and Juan Manuel García Camús, who greeted the delegation on behalf of URJC. This was followed by a presentation of the Jönköping University delegation, during which Professors Thomas Winman, Eva-Lotta Palm, Ernesto Abalo, Fredrik Ebefors, Dusan Zelic, and Kristina Johansson provided a brief overview of their institution and areas of expertise.

Subsequently, Professors Alberto Hernando García Cervigón and Lorenzo Torres introduced the Schools and Faculties based at the Fuenlabrada Campus, with a particular focus on education and communication. This session offered valuable insights into the academic strengths and priorities of URJC in these fields.

The morning continued with a series of bilateral meetings, where Professors Rainer Rubira, Antonio García Jiménez, Arcadio Sotto, and Isabel Enciso engaged in in-depth discussions with their counterparts from Jönköping University. These meetings enabled both sides to explore specific topics in greater detail and identify specific opportunities for joint projects, student mobility, and collaborative research. The constructive dialogue highlighted the diversity and complementarity of both institutions, laying the foundation for impactful partnerships in the years ahead.

Following the meetings, the Jönköping University delegation, accompanied by URJC staff, visited the communication laboratories at the Fuenlabrada campus. Professor Raquel Vinader, Vice Dean of Technological Infrastructures and Professional Sectors, guided the group through the facilities dedicated to audiovisual education, including the radio and film studios. The tour also included other key spaces that support teaching and research activities, providing the delegation with a comprehensive view of the resources and dynamic environment that characterize URJC.

This visit is a clear example of EULiST’s ongoing commitment to fostering meaningful collaboration between its member universities. Through these joint initiatives, the alliance continues to strengthen connections, share expertise, and work together to advance educational and research excellence across Europe.