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
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
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.
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.
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