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Research and Innovation
Research and Innovation
POLICY ANSWERS Webinar: Adding Value to the Biomass in Eastern Europe and Western Balkans
31 October 2024 at 15.00 CET. Register now!
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Recent Calls
Events
Conference
Summit Meeting of the Berlin Process 2024
1 January 1970
In the 10th anniversary of the launching of the Berlin Process in 2014, the Heads of Government of Albania, Bosnia […]
Conference
8th Berlin Process Joint Science Conference
30 September – 1 October 2024| Berlin, Germany
The eighth Joint Science Conference of the Berlin Process took place in Berlin on 30 September and 1 October 2024 under […]
Conference
Multi Stakeholder Forum Launch Event
21 October 2024
Thinking out-of-the-box with New European Bauhaus on cultural heritage buildings management and policy making Mark your calendars! The Multi Stakeholder Form launch […]
Conference
POLICY ANSWERS Webinar: Adding Value to the Biomass in Eastern Europe and Western Balkans
31 October 2024
POLICY ANSWERS organises an online webinar on 31 October 2024 at 15.00 CET (one hour). The speaker of the webinar […]
Conference
International Conference “Universitas Europaea: Towards a Knowledge Society Through Europeanization and Globalization”
16 – 19 October 2024| Moldova
From 16-19 October 2024, the Free International University of Moldova (ULIM) will host the international conference “Universitas Europaea: Towards a […]
Conference
The Future of Digital Innovation – Academia and Industry Collaboration Symposium
2 October 2024| Skopje, North Macedonia
Date: Wednesday, 02.10.2024 Location: Faculty for Computer Science and Engineering Rudzer Boshkovikj 16, 1000 Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia Register HERE by 27.09.2024 Motivated by the […]
Conference
College of Europe Opens Tirana Campus, Shaping Future European Leaders
23 October 2024| Tirana, Albania
The College of Europe will open its Tirana Campus, supported by the European Union and regional partners. The institution aims […]
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Air Quality in Western Balkans Cities. Public JRC side event to the Ministerial meeting 2024
30 September 2024| Skopje, North Macedonia
The event on air quality in Western Balkans cities and in particular sources, impact on health and costs, took place […]
Conference
ReMaT – Research Management Training for Early Career Researchers (online, registration fee)
14 – 15 November 2024| online
A ‘ReMaT – research management training for Early Career Researchers’ online training will take place on 14 and 15 November […]
Conference
EU Grant Networking Workshop: Building Consortia for Success in Health
1 January 1970
The Institute of Entrepreneurship Development – iED and the JOIST Innovation Park are organizing the interactive workshop titled “EU Grant […]
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International Student Scientific Conference 2024 in Tirana
24 October 2024| Tirana, Albania
The University of Tirana, in collaboration with the University of Pristina and the University of Tetova, invites students and young […]
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Pristina International Summer University 2024
8 – 19 July 2024| Pristina, Kosovo
The University of Prishtina is announcing the open call for students interested in taking part in the PISU 2023, 24th […]
Conference
COWEB International Workshop
3 – 5 July 2024
PROMOTING AND FACILITATING COLLABORATIVE VIRTUAL INTERNATIONAL LEARNING IN THE WESTERN BALKANS’ HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS On 3-5 July, the COWEB project […]
Conference
15th Days of BHAAAS in Sarajevo
1 January 1970| Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Bosnian-Herzegovinian-American Academy of Arts and Sciences is hosting two events focusing on current topics in construction as part of […]
Conference
Initiating Sustainable Changes in Your Company through Green Transformation – 3rd POLICY ANSWERS Workshop in Čačak
31 May 2024| Čačak , Serbia
We are pleased to inform you about the upcoming event within the framework of the POLICY ANSWERS project, implemented under […]
Conference
Initiating Sustainable Changes in Your Company through Green Transformation – 2nd POLICY ANSWERS Workshop in Kruševac
24 May 2024| Kruševac , Serbia
We are pleased to inform you about the upcoming event within the framework of the POLICY ANSWERS project, implemented under […]
Conference
Summit Meeting of the Berlin Process 2024
1 January 1970
In the 10th anniversary of the launching of the Berlin Process in 2014, the Heads of Government of Albania, Bosnia […]
Conference
8th Berlin Process Joint Science Conference
30 September – 1 October 2024| Berlin, Germany
The eighth Joint Science Conference of the Berlin Process took place in Berlin on 30 September and 1 October 2024 under […]
Conference
International Conference “Universitas Europaea: Towards a Knowledge Society Through Europeanization and Globalization”
16 – 19 October 2024| Moldova
From 16-19 October 2024, the Free International University of Moldova (ULIM) will host the international conference “Universitas Europaea: Towards a […]
Conference
Women and Girls in STEM Forum
10 October 2024| Budapest, Hungary
With the theme, “Women in AI: Driving Empowerment and Innovation,” this hybrid event will bring together students, teachers, expert speakers, […]
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Public ScienceBusiness event in Skopje: The role of Southeast Europe in the European Research and Innovation Area – How to maintain, build, and interconnect the research and innovation infrastructures?
1 October 2024| Skopje, North Macedonia
The conference, to be held this autumn at Ss. Cyril and Method University, will highlight the opportunities to strengthen the […]
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Ministerial Meeting of the Steering Platforms on Research & Innovation, Education & Training and Culture. Sept/Oct 2024
29 September – 1 October 2024| Skopje, North Macedonia
From 29 September to 1 October, Skopje will host the next Ministerial Meeting of the Western Balkans Steering Platforms on Education […]
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RSA (Regional Studies Association) Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) Conference
11 – 13 September 2024| Dubrovnik, Croatia
Between 11 and 13 September 2024, the Regional Studies Association (RSA) organises its conference in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Central and Eastern […]
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Marie Curie Alumni Association Conference 2025
21 – 22 March 2025| Krakow, Poland
The Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) announced the time and date for its Annual Conference and General Assembly. Save the […]
Conference
Multi Stakeholder Forum Launch Event
21 October 2024
Thinking out-of-the-box with New European Bauhaus on cultural heritage buildings management and policy making Mark your calendars! The Multi Stakeholder Form launch […]
Conference
Air Quality in Western Balkans Cities. Public JRC side event to the Ministerial meeting 2024
30 September 2024|| Skopje, North Macedonia
The event on air quality in Western Balkans cities and in particular sources, impact on health and costs, took place […]
Conference
Presentation of the COST Western Balkans Study. Public side event to the Ministerial meeting 2024
30 September 2024|| Skopje, North Macedonia
On 30 September 2024 in the morning, COST presents the result of the COST Western Balkan Study that has recently […]
Conference
Webinar: Professional Boundaries and Sexual harassment in Academic Settings
14 November 2024
Date: Thursday 14 November 2024Time: 15:00 – 16:30 CETLocation: Online In this session, Dr. Anna Bull will introduce key points […]
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The role of Academia and Industry to inspire the next STEM generation (Satellite event to the Big Science Business Forum 2024)
1 October 2024|| Trieste, Italy
The International Union of Pure and Applied Physics (IUPAP) invites to the event “The role of Academia and Industry to […]
Conference
Joint Research Centre Science for Policy session “Smart Specialisation Collaboration Networks in the EU Enlargement Region”
13 September 2024|| Dubrovnik, Croatia
On Friday, 13 September (9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CEST) the Joint Research Centre organises a special session in the […]
Conference
9th Young Scholars Forum on Central and Southeastern Europe 2024 “Regions as Drivers of European Integration”
4 – 8 December 2024|| Vienna, Austria
The 9th Young Scholars Forum on Central and Southeastern Europe 2024 “Regions as Drivers of European Integration” takes place in […]
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23rd EUSAIR Governing Board Meeting
9 – 10 October 2024|| Brussels, Belgium
More information will be available in due time here.
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Horizon Europe Info Day and Brokerage: Cluster 3 Civil Security for Society 2024
12 – 13 June 2024| Brussels, Belgium
The EU-funded project Seren5, in close cooperation with the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs and the European Research […]
Conference
Q&A and networking on how to join running Interreg Europe projects for new partners (incl. from WB)
9 April 2024| online
On 9 April 2024 from 10:00-12:00 the Interreg Europe Secretariate holds an online meeting for partners of already approved projects […]
Conference
AI Data Robotics Association (ADRA) Partnership Information Day and Brokerage Event 2024 (Horizon Europe Cluster 4, Digital Europe programme and EIC Accelerator)
17 April 2024| Brussels, Belgium
ADRA, alongside the European Commission and Ideal-ist the network of National Contact Points for ICT research, invites to participate to an […]
Conference
International Workshop on Promoting AI-Supported Eco-Activism in the Western Balkans
26 – 27 September 2024| Prilep, North Macedonia
The “International Workshop on Promoting AI-Supported Eco-Activism in the Western Balkans” takes place 26-27 September 2024 in Prilep, North Macedonia. […]
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COST Call 2024 Info Day – Montenegro
9 April 2024| Podgorica, Montenegro
On 9 April 2024 COST is organising an Info Day in Podgorica, Montenegro. The aim of this session is to […]
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European Urban Resilience Forum (EURESFO) 2024
26 – 28 June 2024| Valencia
The 11th edition of the European Urban Resilience Forum (EURESFO) is hosted by the City of Valencia (distinguished as the […]
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Online b2match Meeting for Innovative Companies: FINNOvation MeetEENg
16 May 2024
The project FINNOvation meetEENg organises an online b2b matchmaking event on 16 May 2024 (10.00-11.30 CET) for companies with a […]
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Research and Innovation Week 2024
20 – 21 March 2024| Brussels & Online
The Research and Innovation Week (R&I Week) is the 2024 European Commission’s flagship event on research and innovation which will […]
Conference
Horizon Europe Cluster 1 Online Info Day
28 May 2024
This short information session aims to inform (potential) applicants about 3 new topics that have been added to the Cluster […]
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Horizon Europe Info Day and Brokerage: Cluster 3 Civil Security for Society 2024
12 – 13 June 2024| Brussels, Belgium
The EU-funded project Seren5, in close cooperation with the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs and the European Research […]
Conference
Call info day: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Networks 2024
7 June 2024
The information event for the MSCA-DN-2024 call for proposals takes place on 7 June 2024 (9.30-12.30 CET). The information event […]
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Q&A and networking on how to join running Interreg Europe projects for new partners (incl. from WB)
9 April 2024| online
On 9 April 2024 from 10:00-12:00 the Interreg Europe Secretariate holds an online meeting for partners of already approved projects […]
Conference
AI Data Robotics Association (ADRA) Partnership Information Day and Brokerage Event 2024 (Horizon Europe Cluster 4, Digital Europe programme and EIC Accelerator)
17 April 2024| Brussels, Belgium
ADRA, alongside the European Commission and Ideal-ist the network of National Contact Points for ICT research, invites to participate to an […]
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EIT Deep Tech Talent Initiative Info Session March 2024
3 April 2024
An info event takes place on 3 April 2024 at 14.00 online in relation to the Deep Tech Talent Initiative […]
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COST Call 2024 Info Day – Montenegro
9 April 2024| Podgorica, Montenegro
On 9 April 2024 COST is organising an Info Day in Podgorica, Montenegro. The aim of this session is to […]
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Circular Biobased-Economy (CBE) Joint Undertaking (JU) Info Day Call 2024 – incl. travel grants
23 April 2024| Brussels and online
The Info Day take place on 23 April 2024 and is implemented as an in-person event (Charlemagne building, Brussels, Belgium) […]
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College of Europe Opens Tirana Campus, Shaping Future European Leaders
23 October 2024| Tirana, Albania
The College of Europe will open its Tirana Campus, supported by the European Union and regional partners. The institution aims […]
Conference
Beyond the Horizon: Joint Foresight Exercise. POLICY ANSWERS side event to the Ministerial meeting 2024
29 September 2024
The workshop “Beyond the Horizon: Joint Foresight Exercise” is organised by the POLICY ANSWERS team on 29 September 2024 at […]
Conference
Summer School on Sustainable Organic Amendment Applications from a Soil and Ground Water Management Perspective
1 January 1970| Novi Sad
Date: 2 – 6 June 2025 Place: University of Novi Sad, Trg Dositeja Obradovića 3, 21102 Novi Sad, Serbia A […]
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3rd Danube Youth Camp
27 – 29 October 2024| Vienna, Austria
The 3rd Danube Youth Camp will be held from 27-29 October 2024 in Vienna, Austria. Participation is open to the […]
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Smart Specialisation Strategies Supporting Mediterranean Green and Just Transition
28 – 29 May 2024| Barcelona, Spain
The innovation camp, organised by the Interreg Euro-MED 2021-2027 Dialogue4Innovation project, will focus on the role of Smart specialisation strategies […]
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Delivering the European Green Deal – towards a coherent and integrated EU ocean policy framework for offshore renewable wind energy and biodiversity
16 May 2024| Online, Online
Date: 16 May 2024 Type of event: Roundtable debate, Zoom event The European Green Deal (EGD) brings forth a comprehensive […]
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European Citizens Hackathon for Climate
1 January 1970
This action invites citizens and researchers across Europe to join forces to develop new solutions for the climate. It supports […]
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World IP Day 2024 at UNSA
26 April 2024| Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
The University of Sarajevo (UNSA) is hosting a World IP Day celebration on 26 April 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to […]
Publications & Documents
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Themes
Bioeconomy and BIOEAST Initiative
9 October 2024
The bioeconomy means using renewable biological resources from land and sea, like crops, forests, fish, animals and micro-organisms to produce food, […]
Gender and Underrepresented Groups in Research, Innovation, Education, Culture, Youth, and Sports
20 August 2024
Promoting gender equality is a core activity for the EU. The European Commission is committed to promoting gender equality in research and […]
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📅 Yesterday’s "Beyond the Horizon: Joint Foresight Exercise" by POLICY ANSWERS in Skopje explored Strategic Foresight and anticipatory decision-making. ![]()
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Participants engaged with future trends shaping R&I in the Western Balkans until 2035. Inspiring insights!![]()
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Check out the Foresight Recommendations here: www.westernbalkans-infohub.eu/documents/policy-answers-foresight-recommendations-for-the-future-o…
It is #ResearchAdministratorDay! Let’s show our appreciation 💐🙏 for the contributions they make every day in supporting the mission of researchers, research institutions, and research funders.![]()
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If you are interested in working in this field, check out the positions available at the ERC 👉 erc.europa.eu/about-erc/work-with-us
🧬 📚 | U sklopu Evropske noći istraživača u BiH – pozivamo vas na predstavljanje stripa „Geni na točkovima“ u Zemaljskom muzeju BiH u petak 27.09. u 18:30! ![]()
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🧬 Strip „Geni na točkovima“ je edukativni serijal koji se sastoji od deset epizoda, osmišljen kako bi približio važne teme iz genetike i zaštite prirode osnovnoškolcima i srednjoškolcima. Ovaj strip pruža jednostavne i pristupačne informacije o ekosistemima, prirodnim zakonima i procesima populacione genetike.![]()
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➡️ Edukativna vrijednost: Svaka epizoda pokriva specifične aspekte genetike, omogućavajući učenicima da bolje razumiju složene teme kroz interaktivne sadržaje.![]()
➡️ Pristupačnost: Digitalni format omogućava lako korištenje na mobilnim uređajima, čineći učenje zabavnim i dostupnim.![]()
➡️ Promocija zaštite prirode: Pomaže u razvijanju svijesti o važnosti genetičke raznolikosti i očuvanja prirode.![]()
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Tvorci su mišljenja da navedeni materijal može koristiti nastavnicima i profesorima biologije prilikom objašnjavanja pojedinih pojmova i procesa u populacionoj genetici i ekologiji generalno. Svi stripovi su u digitalnom obliku, te imaju formu koji omogućava korištenje stripa na mobitelu ili nekom drugom elektronskom uređaju.![]()
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#NoćIstraživačaBiH #ZamisliBoljiSvijet #NoćIstraživača #NaukaZaSve #RiNGBa #evropskanoćistraživača #europeanresearchersnight ![]()
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Europe House Evropska unija u Bosni i Hercegovini Školegijum MINISTARSTVO CIVILNIH POSLOVA BIH Ministarstvo za nauku, visoko obrazovanje i mlade KS @univerzitet_u_sarajevu Univerzitet u Sarajevu Udruženje učitelja Kantona Sarajevo Institut za razvoj preduniverzitetskog obrazovanja Kantona Sarajevo ![]()
@institut_irpo @zemaljskimuzej_bih @zemaljskimuzej_bih
📢 "U Naučno-tehnološkom parku Crne Gore gradimo budućnost kroz inovacije! 🌟 Naša izvršna direktorica, Valentina Radulović, dijeli svoje inspirativno iskustvo, ističući važnost tima, hrabrosti i uloge roditelja u karijeri. Njena misija je da mladim ljudima pruži priliku i podstakne ih na preduzetničko razmišljanje. Pročitajte više o njenom putu i viziji za razvoj inovacione zajednice u Crnoj Gori. ![]()
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📝Autorka: Isidora Ðurović![]()
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#NTPMontenegro #Inovacije #Podgorica #CrnaGora
The eighth Joint Science Conference of the #BerlinProcess recommends in its statement published today a realignment of the EU’s approach to #education, #research, and #innovation in the #WesternBalkans. To the joint statement: https://www.leopoldina.org/en/publications/detailview/publication/courage-for-the-future-2024/
The 🇪🇺#EU supports the vibrant & unique cultural heritage of the #WesternBalkans.
Through 🇪🇺EU funding, we are bringing people together to celebrate diversity & to foster cross-border collaboration.
Great to see that 🇲🇰#Skopje will be the European Capital of Culture in 2028!
Happy to contribute supporting the design and implementation of evidence-informed #smartspecialisation strategies in the #WesternBalkans as elements of the 🇪🇺 #enlargement policy and #innovation agenda.
@EU_ScienceHub @eu_near @EUScienceInnov
