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9th EULiST “Fridays for Research” event on “Digital Europe Programme”

09/05/2025

The 9th EULiST “Fridays for Research” event on “Digital Europe Programme ” will be held as a joint online meeting on Friday, 23rd May, 12:00 – 15:00 CET.

More specifically, representatives from the EULiST member universities will deliver concise presentations on topics, related to the CALL on DIGITAL EUROPE PROGRAMME such as the following:

Sectoral digital skills academies: Quantum Skills Digital Academy
Sectoral digital skills academies: Digital Skills Academy in GenAI
Multi-Country project in Agri-Food

This will be followed by a 10-minute discussion, fostering further research collaborations.

The session will conclude with a summary of key outcomes and a presentation of the future steps.

Participants may connect using this Webex link.: https://centralntua.webex.com/centralntua/j.php?MTID=me8ad869aca1aee89b0eba0db2b3283da

For more information regarding the event, contact Angelos Markopoulos amark@mail.ntua.gr.

Call for Applications – Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) “Carbon Footprint Reduction Initiatives in EULiST Universities” at NTUA, June 2025

09/05/2025 Deadline: May 19, 2025

Within the framework of the European University Alliance EULiST “European Universities Linking Society and Technology”, the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) organizes in cooperation with Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT), TU Wien (TUW), Brno University of Technology (BUT), Jönköping University (JU), Leibniz University Hannover (LUH), Institut Mines-Télécom (IMT), Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (STU), University L’Aquila (UnivAQ) the Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) titled “Carbon Footprint Reduction Initiatives in EULiST Universities”.

The programme will take place from 4 to 30 June 2025, combining online sessions and a one-week on-site session in Athens. Selected Bachelor (from 3rd year and above) and Master’s students will work in interdisciplinary teams to develop real-world solutions for low-carbon campuses and earn 4 ECTS.

Why participate?

Work on challenge-based projects mentored by international academics
Gain hands-on skills in carbon footprint monitoring, life-cycle assessment (LCA), and green campus strategies
Receive an Erasmus+ mobility grant, green travel top-up, and free meals on campus
Connect with peers from STEM, business, and social sciences across Europe

Key Dates:

Expression of interest deadline: 19 May 2025 (23:59 CEST)
Online sessions: 4, 11, and 18 June 2025
On-site sessions in Athens: 21-30 June 2025

How to apply:

Submit your application via the online form:
https://lnkd.in/dzu_-iPU

Deadline: 19 May 2025

Contact Information:

Mrs. Alexandra Nasopoulou: altonpa@central.ntua.gr
Dr. Tryfon Roumpedakis: troumpedak@central.ntua.gr
EULiST NTUA Office: eulist@mail.ntua.gr

BIP Coordinator (NTUA): Prof. Irene Koronaki: koronaki@central.ntua.gr

Learn more through the programme leaflet.

Join us in shaping more sustainable university campuses across Europe!

Over 150 Mobility Opportunities for EULiST Early Career Researchers until December 2025

09/05/2025 Deadline: May 15, 2025

More than 150 funded mobility opportunities are now available for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) within the EULiST European University Alliance. These opportunities support short-term research stays and internships.

Early Career Researchers engaged in academic or professional collaboration with EULiST member institutions are invited to apply for a short-term research internship taking place until December 2025.

All relevant details — including application procedures, eligibility criteria, main research areas of each laboratory, research exchange duration, and more — are available on the EULiST website under:
Research > Early Career Researchers Center > Mobility for EULiST Members
https://eulist.university/mobility-for-ecrs/

Application deadline: May 15, 2025

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to expand your research horizons!

Joint Statement of the European University Alliance EULiST – European University on the Situation at Harvard University

25/04/2025

As representatives of the Governing Board of the European University Alliance EULiST – European University, we express our concern regarding the current developments surrounding Harvard University. We stand in full support of Harvard’s governance in its efforts to defend the independence of academia and academic freedom in the face of political pressure linked to financial restrictions imposed by the federal government of the United States.

Universities, whether public or private, are essential bearers of democratic values, manifested above all in free thought, open inquiry, and autonomous governance. Critical dialogue and diversity of opinion are natural and necessary principles of academic life. We therefore view political interference in academia — including through economic constraints — as a violation of these foundational principles.

International cooperation is an essential functional principle of the university environment. Therefore, with this statement, we express our solidarity with the governance of Harvard University and its entire academic community in rejecting proposals whose adoption would violate the principles on which universities have historically been built.

On behalf of EULiST – European Universities and by decision of the Alliance Board, composed of the rectors and presidents of ten European universities, the Chair of the Management Board, and the Chair of the Student Board – LUH Hannover, TUW Vienna, STU Bratislava, BUT Brno, URJC Madrid, NTUA Athens, UnivAQ Aquila, IMT Paris, JU Jönköpping, LUT Lappeenranta-Lahti.

Ladislav Janíček, President

EULiST General Assembly 2025 at UnivAQ in L’ Aquila

14/04/2025

The annual EULiST General Assembly 2025 was successfully hosted by the University of L’ Aquila (UnivAQ) from March 31 to April 2, 2025, in the historic “Luigi Zordan” Congress Centre at the monastery of St. Basil, in the heart of L’ Aquila, Italy.

The event welcomed over 150 participants from the 10 partner universities. Academic leaders, including rectors, presidents, and vice-rectos, as well as professors, researchers, administrative staff, students, and other representatives from EULiST partner universities convened for this annual gathering to reflect on achievements to date and to define the next strategic steps.

The main topics discussed during the three-day General Assembly included:

Strategies for student and staff mobility in EULiST
Sustainable EULiST Campuses
STEM Education for Competitiveness
EULiST Digital Campus
EULiST Internship Platform
Internal and external communication in EULiST
Managing the European University Alliances – EU Challenges
European Degree and Label
EULiST Quality Assurance System
Upcoming events: EULiST Global Conference and Student Conference

Throughout the Assembly, a series of parallel meetings took place, including sessions of the Governing Board, Management Board, Student Board, Coordination Office, and the Project Steering Committee. On the final day, several parallel WP/TG meetings were also held. In particular, WP2, WP3, WP4, TG1.3, and TG1.4 met to assess the current progress of their respective activities and to collaboratively outline the roadmap for the upcoming months.

One of the most significant moments of the event was the inauguration of the 2024/25 academic year at the University of L’Aquila (UnivAQ). This occasion served as a meaningful gathering of Italian universities, represented by guest rectors, alongside delegates from all EULiST partner institutions— underscoring the shared commitment of the EULiST member universities to fostering a strong and interconnected academic community.

Furthermore, the General Assembly hosted the first session in a new series of webinars dedicated to the professional development of academic staff, an initiative promoted within the EULiST Alliance. Coordinated by Task Group 3.2 “Innovative Teaching and Learning Methodologies”, the series aims to provide academic staff with innovative tools and advanced strategies to enhance teaching and learning. The inaugural webinar, titled “Challenge-based Learning: An Active Pedagogy in Higher Education,” was led by Prof. Claudia Migliaccio of the Institut Mines-Télécom (IMT), Paris.

The EULiST General Assembly 2025 marked another important milestone in the Alliance’s journey, reinforcing the collective efforts of its member universities toward shaping an inclusive, innovative, and future-oriented European Higher Education Area.

EULiST Online Workshop on Inclusive Mobility for Students with Disabilities, 14 May 2025

08/04/2025 Deadline: May 9, 2025

We are excited to announce our upcoming online workshop dedicated to enhancing mobility opportunities for students with disabilities. Organized by the EULiST WP2.5 Student/Academic Services team, this event will take place on May 14th, 9:00 – 12:00 CET.

This workshop aims to bring together colleagues from across EULiST to:

Increase Awareness: Discover the range of services available to support students with disabilities in mobility programs.
Explore Funding: Gain practical insights into funding opportunities, including Erasmus+ support.
Share Best Practices: Engage in interactive discussions and breakout sessions to exchange strategies and address challenges.
Enhance Collaboration: Foster inter-university cooperation to improve support for both students and staff.

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is tailored for staff involved in inclusion and diversity, international mobility, educators passionate about inclusive education, and individuals with disabilities who wish to share their experiences. It is particularly relevant for those working within WP2.5 Student Services, WP1.6 Diversity and Inclusion, and the Erasmus Task Force.

The workshop includes plenary session, in which experts will share some insights on inclusive mobility, as well as breakout rooms to participate and share your experiences.

To join us, please confirm your participation by filling out our registration form by May 9th. Upon registering, you will receive additional event details along with the Zoom connection link.

If you have suggestions for topics or would like to contribute to the workshop, please contact:

Tinatin Kakabadze: tinatin.kakabadze@imt.fr
Lisa Wikberg: lisa.wikberg@ju.se

Feel free to share this announcement with colleagues who might be interested.

Information Leaflet

EULiST Task Group 2.1 “Digital Campus Infrastructure” Meeting at NTUA

07/04/2025

The most recent meeting of EULiST Task Group 2.1 took place from March 26th to 28th, 2025 at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). Task 2.1 is focused on the development of EULiST Digital Campus platform, an integrated digital environment designed to support teaching and learning, research, and engagement with a wide range of stakeholders. Key components currently under development include the Joint Course Catalogue, the Stakeholders’ Database, the Internship Platform, and a suite of additional digital services aiming at enhancing collaboration and connectivity across the EULiST alliance.

Researchers, professors, technical and administrative staff from all member universities came together for the meeting, to advance the development of the EULiST Digital Campus. A key priority was the launch of the Joint Course Catalogue accessible online by the end of October 2025. The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format, enabling both in person and remote participation.

During the meeting, WP2 leader, Stefan Sandahl from Jönköping University (JU), gave a brief overview of the status of WP2, while Prof. Efi Dimopoulou from NTUA, Task 2.1 Leader, outlined the progress made on the Digital Campus. Prof. Nikolaos Mitrou from NTUA presented the architecture of the Digital Campus, and Ioannis Pispidikis, also from NTUA, demonstrated the respective dashboard under development.

In addition, Zbyněk Křivka from Brno University of Technology (BUT), co-leader of TG2.1, also contributed to the discussion on the system architecture, along with the representatives of TG2.1 from the other universities. Representatives from other WPs and tasks joined the meeting to provide functional requirements for the Digital Campus. Gergely Rakoczi from Technical University of Vienna (TUW) presented students’ needs and expectations for the Digital Campus and discussed the prospect of testing the Digital Campus in collaboration with Marwan Al Azar from Institut Mines-Télécom (IMT), who will co-organize the next EULiST Student Conference.

The meeting opened with a welcome address by Prof. Pavlos Georgilakis, Associate Dean of the NTUA School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), Prof. Emer. Katerina Adam, EULiST Scientific Coordinator, and Prof. Efi Dimopoulou, Task 2.1 Leader.

At the end, partners strategized their next steps to achieve Task 2.1 goals and planned their contribution for the upcoming Student Conference in Douai. They also had the opportunity to visit the Acropolis Museum and delve into the rich history of Ancient Greece.

EULiST General Assembly 2025 L’Aquila, 31 March – 2 April 2025

26/03/2025

From March 31st to April 2nd, University of L’ Aquila (UnivAQ) will host the 2025 General Assembly of the EULiST – European Universities Linking Society and Technology University Alliance.
The annual event is a fixed appointment of great importance to take stock of the state of the art of the Alliance and to focus attention on results achieved and future objectives.

These are the main topics that will be discussed during the three intense days, in the historic setting of the “Luigi Zordan” Congress Centre at the San Basilio monastery:

Strategies for student and staff mobility in EULiST
Sustainable EULiST Campuses
STEM Education for Competitiveness
Digital Campus
Internship platform
Internal and external communication in EULiST
Managing European University Alliances – EU Challenges
European degree, European brand and quality assurance
EULiST Quality Assurance System

Upcoming events: EULiST Global Conference and Student Conference.

One of the most significant moments of the event will be the inauguration of the 2024/25 academic year of the University of L’Aquila. A moment of meeting between the Italian Universities, represented by the guest Rectors and the international institutions that are members of EULiST:

Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic (BUT)
Institut Mines-Télécom, France (IMT)
Jönköping University, Sweden (JU)
Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT, Finland (LUT)
Leibniz University Hannover, Germany (LUH)
National Technical University of Athens, Greece (NTUA)
Rey Juan Carlos University, Spain (UJRC)
Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovakia (STU)
University of L’Aquila, Italy (UNIVAQ)
Vienna University of Technology, Austria (TUW)

Furthermore, during the General Assembly, the first appointment of the series of webinars dedicated to the professional development of academic staff, promoted within the EULiST Alliance, will be held. The initiative, coordinated by Task group 3.2 “Innovative Teaching and Learning”, aims to offer innovative tools and advanced strategies to improve teaching and learning. The first meeting of the Webinar Series on Professional Faculty Development is entitled “Challenge-based Learning: an Active Pedagogy in Higher Education” and will be held by Prof. Claudia Migliaccio of the Institut Mines-Télécom of Paris, one of the EULiST partner universities. The appointment is for Wednesday 2 April, 5.00-6.30, Aula Magna of the “Luigi Zordan” Congress Centre and live streaming on the UnivAQ YouTube channel.

Download the poster .

The webinar series has a programme already defined for the spring/summer period 2025, to continue the Task group 3.2 invites experts to share their knowledge and insights on various key topics to improve educational practice and professional growth. Details in the Call for Contributions.

Join us at UnivAQ for an unforgettable experience, as we collectively embark on a journey towards shaping the future of EULiST together!

For more information, visit the UnivAQ website announcement.

EULiST General Assembly 2025 Agenda

EULiST General Assembly 2025 Flyer

1st International Conference on Engineering for Life Sciences (ENROL 2025), TU Wien, 29 June – 3 July 2025

17/03/2025 Deadline: March 28, 2025

LAST CALL FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION!

Deadline: March 28, 2025

The 1^st International Conference on Engineering for Life Sciences will take place from June 29 to July 3, 2025, at the Technische Universität Wien, in Vienna, Austria. It will be an exceptional gathering of leading minds in the field and an insightful event dedicated to connecting scientists across borders and igniting transformative collaborations!

Scientists, engineers, scholars, researchers, and industry professionals are invited to attend the Engineering for Life Sciences Conference and immerse themselves in stimulating discussions and cutting-edge research presentations showcasing the latest breakthroughs in engineering for the life sciences.

Invited speakers from renowned institutions will shed light on emerging technologies and evidence-based practices, inspiring the conference participants to push the boundaries of innovation in engineering for life sciences.

Abstract Submissions are STILL OPEN online via the registration website, following the submission guidelines.

The detailed Call for Abstracts, including information about the conference topics and important dates, is available in the attached document.

8th EULiST “Fridays for Research” event on “AI in product realization for Sustainable Industry”

04/03/2025

The 8th EULiST “Fridays for Research” event on “AI in product realization for Sustainable Industry” will be held as a joint online meeting on Friday, 7th March, 12:00 – 15:00 CET.

More specifically, representatives from the EULiST member universities will deliver concise 5-minute presentations on the following topics:

AI in Product Design and Development
Sustainable Manufacturing Processes (e.g. Predictive Maintenance)
Supply Chain Optimization (e.g. Circular Economy models)
AI in Eco-friendly Product Materials
Smart Production and Industry 4.0
Sustainable Consumer Products
Data-Driven Sustainability
Sustainability Tracking (e.g carbon footprints, emissions),
AI in Renewable Energy Integration and Demand Forecasting

This will be followed by a 10-minute discussion, fostering further research collaborations.

The session will conclude with a summary of key outcomes and a presentation of the future steps.

Participants may connect using this Webex link.

For more information regarding the event, contact Angelos Markopoulos amark@mail.ntua.gr.