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Day One List

08:30 - 09:00

Registrations and Networking

09:00 - 09:45

Welcome Speech

Welcoming speech by Darko Liović, (CEO, Impuls Consulting), representative of the European Commission and representative of the Croatian government.

Darko Liović | Impuls Consulting

Dubravka Šuica | Vice President of European Commission

Iliana Ivanova | EU Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth

Hrvoje Meštrić | Ministry of Science and Education

Spomenka Đurić | Ministry of regional development and EU funds

09:45 - 10:15

Horizon Europe Summit - setting the scene

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the pivotal objectives of our event, emphasizing the crucial role of centralized EU funds and programmes, with a special emphasis on the opportunities and challenges faced by Widening countries.

Speaker:

Anita Tregner - Mlinarić

CEO | STEMwise

10:15 - 10:40

The Croatian Outlook in Horizon Europe

This talk will highlight Croatia's achievements and challenges within the programme, underscoring our national priorities and the synergies we aim to create between European goals and local innovation efforts.

Speaker:

Hrvoje Meštrić

Director - General | Ministry of Science and Education

10:40 - 11:00

Coffee Break

11:00 - 11:10

Introducing the ERDF interregional innovation investments instruments (I3)

An introduction to the novel type of the financial instrument which is linked to the cohesion policy aimed at increasing the innovation and investment potential of Q-helix stakeholders accross European regions with the particular focus on SMEs.

Speaker:

Valentina Pinna

EISMEA Project Officer

11:10 - 11:35

How to get funded through new type of instruments?

A comprehensive guide to demystify the complex landscape of the new EU funding mechanisms. We will look at the I3 instrument and provide clarity on its purpose and differences and how it can be used to support research and innovation projects. Due to high interest of Croatian innovators in EIC instrument, we will also uncover the secrets of success.

Anita Tregner Mlinarić | CEO of STEMwise

Paolo Sospiro | Polytechnic University of Marche

Santiago Cuesta Lopez | General Manager in ICAMCyL and Executive Director at ISMC Cluster

Mariyana Hamanova | CEO of Cleantech Bulgaria

Ana-Marija Riha | Agrivi

11:35 - 12:00

Foresight for public funding of innovation

In times of growing uncertainties and complexities, anticipatory thinking is essential for policymakers. Technology foresight explores the longer-term futures of Science, Technology and Innovation. It can be used as a tool to create effective policy responses, including in technology and innovation policies, and to shape technological change.

Speaker:

Rafael Popper

Director of the Centre for Foresight and Internationalisation (CFI)

12:00 - 12:45

Success Stories from Croatia

Our panel discussion, "Success Stories from Croatia," will spotlight the remarkable achievements of Croatian institutions in securing and utilizing Horizon Europe funding. This session features a distinguished lineup of speakers representing Croatia's leading research and innovation institutions.

Dario Babić | Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences

Nikola Mišković | Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing

David Matthew Smith | Ruđer Bošković Institute

Ana Belščak Cvitanović | Energy Institute Hrvoje Požar

Gordan Lauc | Genos

12:45 - 13:45

Lunch Break

13:45 - 14:05

HE: A Retrospective and Lessons Learnt

Our COO will share the findings of a comprehensive study evaluating the current state of Horizon Europe (HE), pinpointing both its triumphs and areas ripe for enhancement.

Speaker:

Petar Gregurić

COO | STEMwise

14:05 - 14:25

Setting up your institution for sucess and excellence

Dr. Fruk will explore the essential elements that contribute to an institution's success in securing Horizon Europe funding, drawing from her extensive experience with successful proposals. She will delve into the importance of building a supportive research environment, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and developing a strategic approach to proposal writing and project management.

Speaker:

Ljiljana Fruk

Researcher | University of Cambridge

14:25 - 15:25

Why the participation of Industry in HE still remains a challenge?

This session aims to shed light on the persistent hurdles that deter industry participation in HE, despite the programme's efforts to foster innovation and collaboration between the public and private sectors.

Darko Liović | CEO Impuls Consulting

Tin Viduka | Board Member, Altpro

Dragan Divjak | CEO, List Labs

Marija Đuroković | Institut IGH

15:25 - 15:55

The Crowdhelix Ecosystem: Enhancing Connections and Open Innovation

The session will take a deep dive into the Crowdhelix ecosystem to describe its unique approach to building valuable connections and accelerating open innovation opportunities. Valeria will describe the "Helix Methodology" which benefits from various enablers such as our proprietary platform connecting +14,800 experts across the 50 dedicated communities, the annual plan of training, knowledge sharing and matchmaking events, and Crowdhelix's unique dissemination approach to maximise the impact of innovative results and research outcomes

Speaker:

Valeria Pulieri

Impact Acceleration Manager | CrowdHelix

15:55 - 16:40

Research managers - a secret recipe for success?

This session will highlight the importance of appropriate research management at universities and institutes. We will explore how they can have a positive impact on success with centralised EU funding.

Barbara de Angelis | Greenwich University

Jennifer Vanessa Enrich Bengoa | Leitat Institute

Deni Nurkić | Nuqleus

Anita Rogošić | University of Split

Day One List

08:30 - 09:00

Registrations and Networking

09:00 - 09:45

Welcome Speech

Welcoming speech by Darko Liović, (CEO, Impuls Consulting), representative of the European Commission and representative of the Croatian government.

Darko Liović | Impuls Consulting

Dubravka Šuica | Vice President of European Commission

Iliana Ivanova | EU Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth

Hrvoje Meštrić | Ministry of Science and Education

Spomenka Đurić | Ministry of regional development and EU funds

09:45 - 10:15

Horizon Europe Summit - setting the scene

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the pivotal objectives of our event, emphasizing the crucial role of centralized EU funds and programmes, with a special emphasis on the opportunities and challenges faced by Widening countries.

Speaker:

Anita Tregner - Mlinarić

CEO | STEMwise

10:15 - 10:40

The Croatian Outlook in Horizon Europe

This talk will highlight Croatia's achievements and challenges within the programme, underscoring our national priorities and the synergies we aim to create between European goals and local innovation efforts.

Speaker:

Hrvoje Meštrić

Director - General | Ministry of Science and Education

10:40 - 11:00

Coffee Break

11:00 - 11:10

Introducing the ERDF interregional innovation investments instruments (I3)

An introduction to the novel type of the financial instrument which is linked to the cohesion policy aimed at increasing the innovation and investment potential of Q-helix stakeholders accross European regions with the particular focus on SMEs.

Speaker:

Valentina Pinna

EISMEA Project Officer

11:10 - 11:35

How to get funded through new type of instruments?

A comprehensive guide to demystify the complex landscape of the new EU funding mechanisms. We will look at the I3 instrument and provide clarity on its purpose and differences and how it can be used to support research and innovation projects. Due to high interest of Croatian innovators in EIC instrument, we will also uncover the secrets of success.

Anita Tregner Mlinarić | CEO of STEMwise

Paolo Sospiro | Polytechnic University of Marche

Santiago Cuesta Lopez | General Manager in ICAMCyL and Executive Director at ISMC Cluster

Mariyana Hamanova | CEO of Cleantech Bulgaria

Ana-Marija Riha | Agrivi

11:35 - 12:00

Foresight for public funding of innovation

In times of growing uncertainties and complexities, anticipatory thinking is essential for policymakers. Technology foresight explores the longer-term futures of Science, Technology and Innovation. It can be used as a tool to create effective policy responses, including in technology and innovation policies, and to shape technological change.

Speaker:

Rafael Popper

Director of the Centre for Foresight and Internationalisation (CFI)

12:00 - 12:45

Success Stories from Croatia

Our panel discussion, "Success Stories from Croatia," will spotlight the remarkable achievements of Croatian institutions in securing and utilizing Horizon Europe funding. This session features a distinguished lineup of speakers representing Croatia's leading research and innovation institutions.

Dario Babić | Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences

Nikola Mišković | Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing

David Matthew Smith | Ruđer Bošković Institute

Ana Belščak Cvitanović | Energy Institute Hrvoje Požar

Gordan Lauc | Genos

12:45 - 13:45

Lunch Break

13:45 - 14:05

HE: A Retrospective and Lessons Learnt

Our COO will share the findings of a comprehensive study evaluating the current state of Horizon Europe (HE), pinpointing both its triumphs and areas ripe for enhancement.

Speaker:

Petar Gregurić

COO | STEMwise

14:05 - 14:25

Setting up your institution for sucess and excellence

Dr. Fruk will explore the essential elements that contribute to an institution's success in securing Horizon Europe funding, drawing from her extensive experience with successful proposals. She will delve into the importance of building a supportive research environment, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and developing a strategic approach to proposal writing and project management.

Speaker:

Ljiljana Fruk

Researcher | University of Cambridge

14:25 - 15:25

Why the participation of Industry in HE still remains a challenge?

This session aims to shed light on the persistent hurdles that deter industry participation in HE, despite the programme's efforts to foster innovation and collaboration between the public and private sectors.

Darko Liović | CEO Impuls Consulting

Tin Viduka | Board Member, Altpro

Dragan Divjak | CEO, List Labs

Marija Đuroković | Institut IGH

15:25 - 15:55

The Crowdhelix Ecosystem: Enhancing Connections and Open Innovation

The session will take a deep dive into the Crowdhelix ecosystem to describe its unique approach to building valuable connections and accelerating open innovation opportunities. Valeria will describe the "Helix Methodology" which benefits from various enablers such as our proprietary platform connecting +14,800 experts across the 50 dedicated communities, the annual plan of training, knowledge sharing and matchmaking events, and Crowdhelix's unique dissemination approach to maximise the impact of innovative results and research outcomes

Speaker:

Valeria Pulieri

Impact Acceleration Manager | CrowdHelix

15:55 - 16:40

Research managers - a secret recipe for success?

This session will highlight the importance of appropriate research management at universities and institutes. We will explore how they can have a positive impact on success with centralised EU funding.

Barbara de Angelis | Greenwich University

Jennifer Vanessa Enrich Bengoa | Leitat Institute

Deni Nurkić | Nuqleus

Anita Rogošić | University of Split

Day One List

08:30 - 09:00

Registrations and Networking

09:00 - 09:45

Welcome Speech

Welcoming speech by Darko Liović, (CEO, Impuls Consulting), representative of the European Commission and representative of the Croatian government.

09:45 - 10:15

Horizon Europe Summit - setting the scene

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the pivotal objectives of our event, emphasizing the crucial role of centralized EU funds and programmes, with a special emphasis on the opportunities and challenges faced by Widening countries.

Speaker:

Anita Tregner - Mlinarić

CEO | STEMwise

10:15 - 10:40

The Croatian Outlook in Horizon Europe

This talk will highlight Croatia's achievements and challenges within the programme, underscoring our national priorities and the synergies we aim to create between European goals and local innovation efforts.

Speaker:

Hrvoje Meštrić

Director - General | Ministry of Science and Education

10:40 - 11:00

Coffee Break

11:00 - 11:10

Introducing the ERDF interregional innovation investments instruments (I3)

An introduction to the novel type of the financial instrument which is linked to the cohesion policy aimed at increasing the innovation and investment potential of Q-helix stakeholders accross European regions with the particular focus on SMEs.

Speaker:

Valentina Pinna

EISMEA Project Officer

11:10 - 11:35

How to get funded through new type of instruments?

A comprehensive guide to demystify the complex landscape of the new EU funding mechanisms. We will look at the I3 instrument and provide clarity on its purpose and differences and how it can be used to support research and innovation projects. Due to high interest of Croatian innovators in EIC instrument, we will also uncover the secrets of success.

11:35 - 12:00

Foresight for public funding of innovation

In times of growing uncertainties and complexities, anticipatory thinking is essential for policymakers. Technology foresight explores the longer-term futures of Science, Technology and Innovation. It can be used as a tool to create effective policy responses, including in technology and innovation policies, and to shape technological change.

Speaker:

Rafael Popper

Director of the Centre for Foresight and Internationalisation (CFI)

12:00 - 12:45

Success Stories from Croatia

Our panel discussion, "Success Stories from Croatia," will spotlight the remarkable achievements of Croatian institutions in securing and utilizing Horizon Europe funding. This session features a distinguished lineup of speakers representing Croatia's leading research and innovation institutions.

12:45 - 13:45

Lunch Break

13:45 - 14:05

HE: A Retrospective and Lessons Learnt

Our COO will share the findings of a comprehensive study evaluating the current state of Horizon Europe (HE), pinpointing both its triumphs and areas ripe for enhancement.

Speaker:

Petar Gregurić

COO | STEMwise

14:05 - 14:25

Setting up your institution for sucess and excellence

Dr. Fruk will explore the essential elements that contribute to an institution's success in securing Horizon Europe funding, drawing from her extensive experience with successful proposals. She will delve into the importance of building a supportive research environment, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and developing a strategic approach to proposal writing and project management.

Speaker:

Ljiljana Fruk

Researcher | University of Cambridge

14:25 - 15:25

Why the participation of Industry in HE still remains a challenge?

This session aims to shed light on the persistent hurdles that deter industry participation in HE, despite the programme's efforts to foster innovation and collaboration between the public and private sectors.

15:25 - 15:55

The Crowdhelix Ecosystem: Enhancing Connections and Open Innovation

The session will take a deep dive into the Crowdhelix ecosystem to describe its unique approach to building valuable connections and accelerating open innovation opportunities. Valeria will describe the "Helix Methodology" which benefits from various enablers such as our proprietary platform connecting +14,800 experts across the 50 dedicated communities, the annual plan of training, knowledge sharing and matchmaking events, and Crowdhelix's unique dissemination approach to maximise the impact of innovative results and research outcomes

Speaker:

Valeria Pulieri

Impact Acceleration Manager | CrowdHelix

15:55 - 16:40

Research managers - a secret recipe for success?

This session will highlight the importance of appropriate research management at universities and institutes. We will explore how they can have a positive impact on success with centralised EU funding.

Day One List

08:30 - 09:00

Registrations and Networking

09:00 - 09:45

Welcome Speech

Welcoming speech by Darko Liović, (CEO, Impuls Consulting), representative of the European Commission and representative of the Croatian government.

09:45 - 10:15

Horizon Europe Summit - setting the scene

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the pivotal objectives of our event, emphasizing the crucial role of centralized EU funds and programmes, with a special emphasis on the opportunities and challenges faced by Widening countries.

Speaker:

Anita Tregner - Mlinarić

CEO | STEMwise

10:15 - 10:40

The Croatian Outlook in Horizon Europe

This talk will highlight Croatia's achievements and challenges within the programme, underscoring our national priorities and the synergies we aim to create between European goals and local innovation efforts.

Speaker:

Hrvoje Meštrić

Director - General | Ministry of Science and Education

10:40 - 11:00

Coffee Break

11:00 - 11:10

Introducing the ERDF interregional innovation investments instruments (I3)

An introduction to the novel type of the financial instrument which is linked to the cohesion policy aimed at increasing the innovation and investment potential of Q-helix stakeholders accross European regions with the particular focus on SMEs.

Speaker:

Valentina Pinna

EISMEA Project Officer

11:10 - 11:35

How to get funded through new type of instruments?

A comprehensive guide to demystify the complex landscape of the new EU funding mechanisms. We will look at the I3 instrument and provide clarity on its purpose and differences and how it can be used to support research and innovation projects. Due to high interest of Croatian innovators in EIC instrument, we will also uncover the secrets of success.

11:35 - 12:00

Foresight for public funding of innovation

In times of growing uncertainties and complexities, anticipatory thinking is essential for policymakers. Technology foresight explores the longer-term futures of Science, Technology and Innovation. It can be used as a tool to create effective policy responses, including in technology and innovation policies, and to shape technological change.

Speaker:

Rafael Popper

Director of the Centre for Foresight and Internationalisation (CFI)

12:00 - 12:45

Success Stories from Croatia

Our panel discussion, "Success Stories from Croatia," will spotlight the remarkable achievements of Croatian institutions in securing and utilizing Horizon Europe funding. This session features a distinguished lineup of speakers representing Croatia's leading research and innovation institutions.

12:45 - 13:45

Lunch Break

13:45 - 14:05

HE: A Retrospective and Lessons Learnt

Our COO will share the findings of a comprehensive study evaluating the current state of Horizon Europe (HE), pinpointing both its triumphs and areas ripe for enhancement.

Speaker:

Petar Gregurić

COO | STEMwise

14:05 - 14:25

Setting up your institution for sucess and excellence

Dr. Fruk will explore the essential elements that contribute to an institution's success in securing Horizon Europe funding, drawing from her extensive experience with successful proposals. She will delve into the importance of building a supportive research environment, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and developing a strategic approach to proposal writing and project management.

Speaker:

Ljiljana Fruk

Researcher | University of Cambridge

14:25 - 15:25

Why the participation of Industry in HE still remains a challenge?

This session aims to shed light on the persistent hurdles that deter industry participation in HE, despite the programme's efforts to foster innovation and collaboration between the public and private sectors.

15:25 - 15:55

The Crowdhelix Ecosystem: Enhancing Connections and Open Innovation

The session will take a deep dive into the Crowdhelix ecosystem to describe its unique approach to building valuable connections and accelerating open innovation opportunities. Valeria will describe the "Helix Methodology" which benefits from various enablers such as our proprietary platform connecting +14,800 experts across the 50 dedicated communities, the annual plan of training, knowledge sharing and matchmaking events, and Crowdhelix's unique dissemination approach to maximise the impact of innovative results and research outcomes

Speaker:

Valeria Pulieri

Impact Acceleration Manager | CrowdHelix

15:55 - 16:40

Research managers - a secret recipe for success?

This session will highlight the importance of appropriate research management at universities and institutes. We will explore how they can have a positive impact on success with centralised EU funding.

Day One List

08:30 - 09:00

Registrations and Networking

09:00 - 09:45

Welcome Speech

Welcoming speech by Darko Liović, (CEO, Impuls Consulting), representative of the European Commission and representative of the Croatian government.

Darko Liović | Impuls Consulting

Dubravka Šuica | Vice President of European Commission

Iliana Ivanova | EU Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth

Hrvoje Meštrić | Ministry of Science and Education

Spomenka Đurić | Ministry of regional development and EU funds

09:45 - 10:15

Horizon Europe Summit - setting the scene

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the pivotal objectives of our event, emphasizing the crucial role of centralized EU funds and programmes, with a special emphasis on the opportunities and challenges faced by Widening countries.

Speaker:

Anita Tregner - Mlinarić

CEO | STEMwise

10:15 - 10:40

The Croatian Outlook in Horizon Europe

This talk will highlight Croatia's achievements and challenges within the programme, underscoring our national priorities and the synergies we aim to create between European goals and local innovation efforts.

Speaker:

Hrvoje Meštrić

Director - General | Ministry of Science and Education

10:40 - 11:00

Coffee Break

11:00 - 11:10

Introducing the ERDF interregional innovation investments instruments (I3)

An introduction to the novel type of the financial instrument which is linked to the cohesion policy aimed at increasing the innovation and investment potential of Q-helix stakeholders accross European regions with the particular focus on SMEs.

Speaker:

Valentina Pinna

EISMEA Project Officer

11:10 - 11:35

How to get funded through new type of instruments?

A comprehensive guide to demystify the complex landscape of the new EU funding mechanisms. We will look at the I3 instrument and provide clarity on its purpose and differences and how it can be used to support research and innovation projects. Due to high interest of Croatian innovators in EIC instrument, we will also uncover the secrets of success.

Anita Tregner Mlinarić | CEO of STEMwise

Paolo Sospiro | Polytechnic University of Marche

Santiago Cuesta Lopez | General Manager in ICAMCyL and Executive Director at ISMC Cluster

Mariyana Hamanova | CEO of Cleantech Bulgaria

Ana-Marija Riha | Agrivi

11:35 - 12:00

Foresight for public funding of innovation

In times of growing uncertainties and complexities, anticipatory thinking is essential for policymakers. Technology foresight explores the longer-term futures of Science, Technology and Innovation. It can be used as a tool to create effective policy responses, including in technology and innovation policies, and to shape technological change.

Speaker:

Rafael Popper

Director of the Centre for Foresight and Internationalisation (CFI)

12:00 - 12:45

Success Stories from Croatia

Our panel discussion, "Success Stories from Croatia," will spotlight the remarkable achievements of Croatian institutions in securing and utilizing Horizon Europe funding. This session features a distinguished lineup of speakers representing Croatia's leading research and innovation institutions.

Dario Babić | Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences

Nikola Mišković | Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing

David Matthew Smith | Ruđer Bošković Institute

Ana Belščak Cvitanović | Energy Institute Hrvoje Požar

Gordan Lauc | Genos

12:45 - 13:45

Lunch Break

13:45 - 14:05

HE: A Retrospective and Lessons Learnt

Our COO will share the findings of a comprehensive study evaluating the current state of Horizon Europe (HE), pinpointing both its triumphs and areas ripe for enhancement.

Speaker:

Petar Gregurić

COO | STEMwise

14:05 - 14:25

Setting up your institution for sucess and excellence

Dr. Fruk will explore the essential elements that contribute to an institution's success in securing Horizon Europe funding, drawing from her extensive experience with successful proposals. She will delve into the importance of building a supportive research environment, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and developing a strategic approach to proposal writing and project management.

Speaker:

Ljiljana Fruk

Researcher | University of Cambridge

14:25 - 15:25

Why the participation of Industry in HE still remains a challenge?

This session aims to shed light on the persistent hurdles that deter industry participation in HE, despite the programme's efforts to foster innovation and collaboration between the public and private sectors.

Darko Liović | CEO Impuls Consulting

Tin Viduka | Board Member, Altpro

Dragan Divjak | CEO, List Labs

Marija Đuroković | Institut IGH

15:25 - 15:55

The Crowdhelix Ecosystem: Enhancing Connections and Open Innovation

The session will take a deep dive into the Crowdhelix ecosystem to describe its unique approach to building valuable connections and accelerating open innovation opportunities. Valeria will describe the "Helix Methodology" which benefits from various enablers such as our proprietary platform connecting +14,800 experts across the 50 dedicated communities, the annual plan of training, knowledge sharing and matchmaking events, and Crowdhelix's unique dissemination approach to maximise the impact of innovative results and research outcomes

Speaker:

Valeria Pulieri

Impact Acceleration Manager | CrowdHelix

15:55 - 16:40

Research managers - a secret recipe for success?

This session will highlight the importance of appropriate research management at universities and institutes. We will explore how they can have a positive impact on success with centralised EU funding.

Barbara de Angelis | Greenwich University

Jennifer Vanessa Enrich Bengoa | Leitat Institute

Deni Nurkić | Nuqleus

Anita Rogošić | University of Split

From collaboration to impact, we are a boutique advisory company aimed at cultivating knowledge-driven opportunities spanning from the conceptualization phase to scale-up stage for both public and private sector.

Ulica Grge Tuškana 37, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia

© 2024 STEMwise, all rights reserved

From collaboration to impact, we are a boutique advisory company aimed at cultivating knowledge-driven opportunities spanning from the conceptualization phase to scale-up stage for both public and private sector.

Ulica Grge Tuškana 37, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia

© 2024 STEMwise, all rights reserved

From collaboration to impact, we are a boutique advisory company aimed at cultivating knowledge-driven opportunities spanning from the conceptualization phase to scale-up stage for both public and private sector.

Ulica Grge Tuškana 37, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia

© 2024 STEMwise, all rights reserved

From collaboration to impact, we are a boutique advisory company aimed at cultivating knowledge-driven opportunities spanning from the conceptualization phase to scale-up stage for both public and private sector.

Ulica Grge Tuškana 37, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia

© 2024 STEMwise, all rights reserved

From collaboration to impact, we are a boutique advisory company aimed at cultivating knowledge-driven opportunities spanning from the conceptualization phase to scale-up stage for both public and private sector.

Ulica Grge Tuškana 37, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia

© 2024 STEMwise, all rights reserved