Follow-up to the kick-off event of the EC2U Pan-European Knowledge Ecosystem!

  • Follow-up to the kick-off event of the EC2U Pan-European Knowledge Ecosystem!
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The RI4C2 "Kick-off the EC2U Pan-European Knowledge Ecosystem – Unveiling the University of the Future" event, held on the 11-12 June in Poitiers, brought together participants both online and on-site. Many voices shared a multitude of ideas, all aligned with the common goals of taking stock of the project's activities, launching the EC2U Pan-European Knowledge Ecosystem, and presenting related future activities.

On Tuesday, 11 and Wednesday, 12 June, the city of Poitiers (France) hosted the RI4C2 “Kick-off the EC2U Pan-European Knowledge Ecosystem – Unveiling the University of the Future” event. This significant gathering brought together participants both online and on-site, marking a key moment in the journey of the EC2U Alliance.

Over the past three years, universities involved in the RI4C2 project have successfully extended the activities of the EC2U Alliance into the domain of research and innovation, leading to the creation of a Pan-European Knowledge Ecosystem.

The event, designed to bridge the present and future of research and innovation within the EC2U Alliance, showcased a solid programme. Esteemed speakers from the European Commission, the RI4C2 project team, and various stakeholders delivered insightful presentations. The aim was to provide a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and growth, and the active participation of attendees was key to realising this vision.

A highlight of the event was the EC2U Makeathon session, where winning teams had the opportunity to present their innovative projects, emphasising the collaborative spirit and forward-thinking character of the EC2U community.

 

The EC2U Makeathon winners travelled to Poitiers to present their ideas

Hosted at the University of Poitiers’ Arts & Humanities library – La Ruche, the on-site portion of the event offered an enriching experience, fostering collaboration across borders and shaping the future of the EC2U Alliance. The programme not only presented the results of the RI4C2 project but also provided an outlook on future projects, focusing on the continuity and growth of research and innovation initiatives within the Alliance.

As we move forward, the activities and deliverables of the RI4C2 project will significantly contribute to the EC2U Alliance, ensuring the ongoing development and success of this Pan-European Knowledge Ecosystem.

Stay tuned for more updates and continue to be part of this exciting journey towards the University of the future!

RI4C2 team members and partner colleagues’ group picture