Our Partners

Halmstad University in Sweden is a pioneer in forward-thinking education, with approximately 12,000 students, is renowned for reality-based programs and impactful research in Health Innovation and Smart Cities. The project is coordinated by the Center for Applied Intelligent Systems Research (CAISR), focusing on “aware” intelligent systems. With a robust team of 50 researchers, CAISR excels in multidisciplinary collaboration, particularly in co-production with industry. The university’s “Learning in the Digitalised Society” program aligns with the project’s goals, addressing challenges in the digitalized society and fostering critical, ethical, and sustainable ICT development. Professors Nowaczyk and Dougherty contribute expertise in machine learning and applied artificial intelligence, respectively.

UCLAN Cyprus, a tertiary-level higher education institution, excels in Electrical and Electronic Engineering research, specializing in IoT, ICT, and Cybersecurity. With 25 academic staff members adopting an interdisciplinary approach, the School of Sciences conducts innovative research in industry-related areas such as Electrical Engineering, Wireless communication, IoT, Network Security, and more. The institution’s expertise extends to curriculum development, demonstrated through participation in projects like IREEDER. Key personnel are actively involved in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in climate and environmental topics through initiatives like the HEIght Project, supported by EIT funding.

Helixconnect pioneers a hands-on approach to fostering innovation, linking innovators, NGOs, industry, and government. Organized into five key departments, including Triple Helix Romania and the Center for Digital Transformation, it houses nine experienced staff members and collaborates with 15-20 international experts. Expertise spans LegalTech, EduTech, FinTech, R&D financing, and more. Helixconnect hosts the Romanian Chapter of the International Triple Helix Association and is a partner in the EU’s Bauhaus Initiative. Key persons like Dr. Emilia Binchiciu and Dr. Vlad Mihaescu bring extensive experience in industrial engineering, R&D, e-learning, and transformative organizational strategies.

The University of Western Macedonia (UOWM) is a leading academic institution in Greece, with seven faculties and 23 departments. With over 30,000 students and a commitment to innovative education, UOWM excels in teaching and research. The university actively addresses modern challenges, particularly in advanced energy-related issues. Renowned for its involvement in national and EU-funded projects, UOWM, located in the region of Western Macedonia, has a strong track record in initiatives related to natural disaster prevention and climate change. Its unique position and diverse expertise make it a valuable partner for collaborative efforts.

C.I.P. Citizens In Power (CIP) is an independent non-profit, non-governmental organization. CIP constitutes one of the leading organizations in Cyprus in the field of global education, social innovation, entrepreneurship, STEM and sustainable growth. The mission of the organization is implementing cross-sectoral, interdisciplinary approaches, as a response to fundamental social, educational and environmental challenges and policy gaps, mainly by employing technology transfer and operationalizing the research findings.

As a leading public higher education institution in Spain, UVigo is dedicated to research and development, boasting over 950 projects in the last three years. With a staff of 3000 and 20000 students, UVigo emphasizes innovation and has secured more than 25 patents. The Information Technologies Group (GTI) within the atlanTTic Research Centre focuses on intelligent multimedia networks, wireless technologies, data analysis, security, and artificial intelligence. GTI has a rich history of technology transfer and has collaborated with major companies. Their expertise aligns perfectly with the goals of the PREVENT project, contributing valuable insights into real-time data collection, environmental understanding, and disaster response systems. Through PREVENT, UVigo aims to equip students and educators with crucial skills to tackle climate change and natural disasters effectively.

A distinguished institution nationally and internationally, UPatras excels in Natural Sciences, Engineering, Health Sciences, and more. With 35 Departments and 161 laboratories, it pioneers quality education and research. The Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics (LAPUP), founded in 1968, specializes in Atmospheric Physics, Meteorology, and Environmental Physics. Offering a postgraduate specialization since 2016-2017, LAPUP actively engages in European and national research projects. As a Copernicus Academy Network member, LAPUP contributes to training the next generation of researchers.