CBL and DEI at UEL International Week
2026-02-23 - 2026-02-27
As part of UEL’s International Week and within the scope of the ChallengeEU Alliance, two online events will be offered to promote learning, reflection, and collaboration around key societal challenges.
These sessions aim to support participants in strengthening their competencies in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), as well as in understanding the role of image, representation, and social participation in contemporary contexts.
On 23 February, the online workshop “CBL – Designing, Implementing & Assessing Challenge‑Based Learning through the lens of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” will take place from 16:00 to 18:00 CET. This session will provide a practical and inclusive approach to Challenge‑Based Learning (CBL), focusing on how DEI principles can enhance the learning experience and contribute to more equitable educational environments.
On 27 February, from 11:00 to 12:00 CET, an online lecture on “Image & Social Inclusion” will be held, exploring how visual perception, representation, and public image shape opportunities for social participation, belonging, and equity in diverse communities.
These events invite participants from across the ChallengeEU network to engage, learn, and exchange perspectives in a dynamic and internationally connected environment.
For more information, please contact ChallengeEU@universidadeeuropeia.pt
Rgister: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/q61UjATVnn

Call for Applications: PhD Research Scholarships - FCT–Universidade Europeia (Lisbon)
2026-03-15 08:00 - 2026-05-15 17:00 UTC
Universidade Europeia is launching its first call for 5 PhD Research Scholarships under the FCT–Universidade Europeia (ChallengeEU) protocol. These are mixed scholarships (Portugal + mobility within the alliance), designed to strengthen our joint research capacity and enable co-supervision and research stays across partner universities.
These scholarships are made possible through funding from FCT, the Portuguese national public agency that supports and promotes scientific research, technology, andinnovation across all fields of knowledge. To ensure you receive the most accurate assistance, please address any questions or future correspondence regarding this matter to the Science Management Office at Universidade Europeia Lisbon: research@universidadeeuropeia.pt
Key facts (call summary):
• Number of scholarships: 5
• Main thematic areas (choose 1 main SDG + up to 3 keywords/subtopics): SDG 3, SDG 9, SDG 13 (see shortlist below)
• Duration: annual grants, renewable up to a maximum of 48 months
• International mobility: research period at a ChallengeEU partner university up to 12 months
• Call period: March 15, 2026 (00:00) to May 15, 2026 (23:59, Lisbon time)
• How to apply: applications must be submitted by email only to research@universidadeeuropeia.pt (no other submission channels)
• Info/contact: research@universidadeeuropeia.pt
Co-supervision shortlist (as stated in the call):
SDG 3 | Health & Well-Being
• Health promotion, prevention, and social determinants of health (including territorial inequalities)
• Innovation in healthcare and proximity services (especially in rural/peripheral regions)
• Digital health and hybrid care delivery models (telehealth, monitoring, health literacy)
SDG 9 | Smart Digitalization
• Digital transformation in education and research (platforms, open resources, alternative credentials)
• Digital skills and digital inclusion (especially where literacy gaps exist)
• Responsible technologies and innovation (governance, transparency, explainability, trust in digital systems)
SDG 13 | Sustainable Futures
• Climate transition and applied sustainability at regional level (energy, mobility, water, waste, circularity)
• Green innovation and adoption of sustainable technologies in regional “testbeds”
• Scenario planning and implementation strategies for sustainability in concrete territories
How you can help (co-supervision / hosting mobility):
If you have interest in co-supervising or hosting a research stay (up to 12 months),
please reply with:
1. Name + unit/department
2. SDG area(s) + subtopic(s) you can support
3. Preferred type of involvement (co-supervision, hosting mobility, both)
4. Any brief notes on facilities/data/testbeds you can offer
We will use your input to match applicants’ research plans with suitable ChallengeEU co-supervisors and host institutions.

ChallengeEU Match Making Research Workshop
2026-04-13 14:00 - 16:00
Mid Sweden University warmly invites researchers from institutions within ChallengeEU to participate in the first Matchmaking Research Workshop. This online workshop marks the starting point for building new collaborative ties across the ChallengeEU alliance. Although ChallengeEU primarily provides funding for educational activities, the event also offers an opportunity to explore potential research collaborations, joint project ideas, and future mobility or exchange initiatives.

The workshop will begin with an introduction to its aims: bringing together researchers from different universities, identifying common interests, and initiating partnerships that may lead to research proposals, comparative studies, and both short- and long-term cooperation. Following the introduction, participants will join four thematic breakout groups to discuss strengths, challenges, and possibilities for joint activities. The themes will be introduced and moderated by researchers from Mid Sweden University. Descriptions of the four thematic sessions included in this first workshop can be found below.

We hope that this event will be the first in a series of workshops and that it will inspire other institutions within the alliance to organise additional matchmaking events, further strengthening collaboration across ChallengeEU.

Theme 1: IoT, AI, and Electrification

Theme 2: Metal Additive Manufacturing – From Materials and Processes to Industrial Use

Theme 3: Anxiety, Depression, Stress and Trauma

Theme 4: Digital Health, Health Economic Evaluations & Policy Advocacy

Registration for the event: ChallengeEU@miun.se
Photo: Freepik.com

Online workshop: Communication in the context of mentoring
2026-04-17 16:45 - 18:15
The Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Warmia and Mazury invites you to an open online workshop dedicated to communication in the context of mentoring.
The workshop titled “Communication in the context of mentoring” will be led by Dr Monika Cichmińska from the Faculty of Human Sciences. It will take place on Friday, 17 April, from 16:45 to 18:15 (CEST).
Dr Monika Cichmińska is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Linguistics in the Department of Humanities at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland. Her academic interests include cognitive semantics, especially the use of conceptual metaphors and multimodality in popular culture, the language of emotions, and different aspects of communication. She is also interested in applied linguistics, especially the influence of affective factors in learning, and brain-friendly teaching and learning.She enjoys working with people, and likes to combine theory (linguistics, psychology and neurosciences) with practice (teaching English In her free time, she likes to read, learn new things, go to the cinema and watch TV series.
The meeting will be held on the Microsoft Teams platform.
Meeting link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/354726968117341?p=9yH0bDVqMpUzYqnrXj
Meeting ID: 354 726 968 117 341
Passcode: [REDACTED]
The organizers invite all students of universities affiliated with the ChallengeEU alliance, as well as staff interested in mentoring, to participate.
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Bioregions: Key for Sustainability - Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-24 | Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
Join an international learning experience combining online studies and on-site activities in Jelgava, Latvia. Explore how bioregions support sustainable rural development across Europe through lectures, workshops, a hackathon, and a field trip. Gain hands-on research experience and present your final sustainability project with students from across the EU.
📅 Online: 30 March & 13 April 2026
📍 On-site: 20–24 April 2026 | Jelgava, Latvia
⏳ Apply by: 20 February 2026
Perfect for students passionate about sustainability, rural development, and the future of Europe.
Link to the submission form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZXydWWJUR-S7usD3IQfg7LtXMIneTbcZziZ3K8QDmsD1ybQ/viewform
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BIP: The Green Shift: Empowering Community and Nature-Based Potential
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-24 | Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
The Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme The Green Shift: Empowering Community and Nature-Based Potential is an international learning programme designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to build sustainable, resilient, and inclusive communities.
The programme explores how community participation, the social economy, and nature-based solutions can address environmental and social challenges while creating long-term development potential. The programme combines theory, interdisciplinary learning, and hands-on collaboration between students from different countries, academic disciplines, and stakeholder organisations. Participants will work in international teams to analyse real-life community challenges and develop innovative, economically viable solutions with measurable social and environmental impact.
Through a blended learning format, students will gain insight into urban agriculture, social entrepreneurship, impact measurement, sustainable financing models, and design thinking, while developing strong problem-solving and creative thinking competences.
Online: March 30, 2026
On-site: April 20 – 24, 2026
Deadline for registration: 3 March, 2026
Location: Jelgava, Latvia (Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Faculty of Economics and ocial Development)
Registration: BIP The green shift: Empowering community and nature based potential
More details: https://www.esaf.lbtu.lv/lv/the-green-shift-empowering-community-and-nature-based-potential
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BIP: Inclusive Mentoring and Career Development for a Diverse Academia
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-24
“Inclusive Mentoring and Career Development for a Diverse Academia” is a BIP designed to strengthen the capacity of mentors, mentees, and university staff to create inclusive and empowering mentoring relationships across the ChallengeEU alliance. The BIP combines academic input, intercultural learning, and practical workshops focused on mentoring, diversity, and inclusive leadership. Place: University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn (UWM), April 2026 Dates: 5 days on-site + online preparation and follow-up modules (TBE)

General Aim To strengthen the capacity of mentors, mentees and university staff to create inclusive and empowering mentoring relationships across the ChallengeEU alliance. The BIP combines academic input, intercultural learning and practical workshops focused on mentoring, diversity, and inclusive leadership.

Proposed Thematic Blocks:

Inclusive Mentoring in Practice Introduction to the ChallengeEU mentoring framework. How to create equitable mentoring relationships (power dynamics, gender sensitivity, intersectionality). Building trust and confidentiality in mentoring pairs. Case studies from alliance partners.

Communication and Feedback in Mentoring Active listening and reflective dialogue techniques. Constructive feedback and difficult conversations. Emotional intelligence and boundaries in mentoring. Microaggressions and bias awareness in academic communication.

Intercultural and Cross-Border Mentoring Working across cultures: challenges and opportunities. Intercultural values in mentoring and leadership. Simulation exercises with international mentor-mentee pairs.

Personal and Professional Growth Designing a personal mentoring plan and development goals. Self-reflection workshop: “From mentee to leader”. Resilience and wellbeing in academic careers.

Networking and Community Building Open networking sessions among mentors and mentees from all regions. Guest lecture: e.g. Inclusive leadership in research and innovation ecosystems. Alliance showcase: ODEI good practices in partner universities. Social evening and cultural integration programme (Olsztyn City Tour, mentoring café).

Learning Objectives

Participants will:

Understand how diversity and inclusion principles (ODEI) can be integrated into mentoring and academic career development.

Gain practical skills in mentoring communication, feedback and boundary-setting.

Explore strategies for building trust, psychological safety and intercultural sensitivity in cross-border mentoring.

Reflect on their professional identity and leadership potential within an inclusive academic community.

Build a cross-alliance network of mentors, mentees and ODEI practitioners.

Expected Outputs and Impact

Development of a common mentoring plan template for all partners.

Strengthened mentor-mentee connections across institutions.

Development of the existing toolkits on inclusive mentoring practices.

Enhanced visibility of UWM and ChallengeEU leaders in inclusive mentoring and academic diversity.

Inclusive Mentoring and Career Development for a Diverse Academia:

Format & Credits Virtual sessions: April, 2026 On-site component in Olsztyn: April 20 – 24, 2026 Location: Faculty of Social Sciences, Dybowskiego 13, Olsztyn, Poland Credits: 3 ECTS

Target Group Participants in the ChallengeEU Mentoring Programme (mentees and mentors) will be accepted first. Requirements: English (B2). Deadlines Partner participation confirmation: December 1

Online Café: Student Engagement and Participation
2026-04-28 11:00 - 13:00
We are pleased to invite you to our next ChallengeEU Online Café. Following the success of the first edition hosted by Ecam LaSalle, we are delighted to organize this second session dedicated to Student Engagement and Participation. Together, we will explore various opportunities to motivate our student community to take part not only in ChallengeEU events and activities, but also in the broader initiatives offered by each university.

This Online Café will feature contributions from:

Anna Lindahl, Head of the International Relations Office, Mid Sweden University
Jelena Pavlovic, Teacher and Researcher, Universidad Europea de Valencia

Keshini Nistar, ChallengeEU Student Council Representative (Ecam LaSalle)

Jana Zahreddine, ChallengeEU Ambassador (Universidad Europea de Valencia)

Through their perspectives, we will reflect on current engagement and motivation practices across our institutions, discuss challenges, and exchange good practices to better support the needs of our academic communities.

The session will be organized into three parts:

A round table with all invited speakers
Breakout rooms to allow participants to engage directly with our guests
A plenary recap, summarizing the key insights shared during the breakout discussions

Let us learn, exchange ideas, and explore new ways to strengthen student engagement through this new ChallengeEU Online Café.

>>> Registration

ChallengeEU 1st Annual Conference 2026
2026-05-06 - 2026-05-07
This conference offers a unique opportunity to connect with academic leaders, researchers, students, and stakeholders from across Europe who are committed to transforming higher education and addressing societal challenges through collaboration and innovation.

Erasmus+ International Week at LBTU
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
The Annual International Week is a collaborative academic and cultural event that brings together international partners for teaching, exchange, and networking. It is hosted by the Faculty of Economics and Social Development of the Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies.
The programme will begin on Monday (11th of May) with the arrival of participants and a welcome session introducing the week’s activities. Throughout the week, participants will take part in guest lectures, academic exchanges, cultural events, and networking sessions, including the International Market presenting partner institutions, cultures, and opportunities for collaboration.
>>> Registration

Regional M.A.R.K.E.T. Student Activity: The Debate "Humanists in the Digital Market" at UWM
2026-05-13 11:15 - 13:00 | University of Warmia and Mazury, Faculty of Humanities, Kurta Obitza 1, Olsztyn, Poland
The debate “Humanists in the Digital Market” is part of the “Human in Digital” series, organized by the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn. It combines a humanistic perspective with the rapidly evolving world of technology, artificial intelligence, and the digital marketplace. The event is primarily aimed at students and young people interested in developing future-oriented skills, as well as anyone seeking to better understand the relationships between humans, media, and algorithms.
As part of the event, experts in marketing, e-commerce, and digital communication engage in a discussion on the role of humanists in a world increasingly shaped by data and technology. The conversation focuses, among other things, on the impact of AI on the labor market, the importance of humanistic competencies in digital environments, and the responsibility of creators and companies in shaping communication and influencing audience decisions.
The event has an educational and inspirational character—its goal is to demonstrate that humanistic competencies play a crucial role in designing, interpreting, and critically analyzing contemporary technologies, and that dialogue between academia and business is essential for shaping the future of the labor market.
The debate also reflects the mission of the ChallengeEU Alliance, which supports cooperation between universities, students, regional stakeholders and the world of work in response to contemporary social, digital and economic challenges. By creating space for dialogue between academia and business, the event contributes to ChallengeEU’s focus on smart digitalisation, future skills and meaningful engagement with regional innovation ecosystems.

The debate will be held on-site only and conducted in Polish.

Graphics by Piotr Przytuła

Symposium: Sustainable Futures in Higher Education
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-20
Call for Papers
Symposium: Sustainable Futures in Higher Education
In a world facing complex social, environmental and ethical challenges, higher education institutions play a fundamental role in shaping responsible professionals and engaged global citizens. Universities are not only spaces for knowledge production, but also laboratories for new forms of learning, collaboration and societal transformation. Within the framework of the One World Academy Week, the Symposium: Sustainable Futures in Higher Education – Ethics, Responsibility and Global Education invites academics, researchers, and higher education practitioners to share research and pedagogical practices that contribute to advancing sustainability, ethics and global responsibility in higher education. Aligned with the One World pillar of the Universidade Europeia’s Academic Model, this symposium aims to foster dialogue around innovative teaching approaches, impactful research and institutional practices that promote a more inclusive, ethical and sustainable academic ecosystem. The symposium will bring together scholars and educators interested in exploring how higher education can actively contribute to addressing global challenges and preparing students to act with responsibility, critical awareness and intercultural understanding.
Topics of Interest
We welcome contributions that explore, but are not limited to, the following themes:

Integration of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into higher education curricula
Ethical education and applied ethics in academic contexts
Innovative pedagogical approaches for sustainability and global citizenship
Intercultural learning and internationalisation in higher education
Human-centred learning or community-engaged learning addressing societal challenges
Institutional strategies for sustainability in universities
Higher education as a driver of social innovation and environmental responsibility
Interdisciplinary approaches to global challenges in education
Case studies of impactful educational practices in higher education

>>> Submit your abstract here.
Submissions may include:

Research papers
Pedagogical practices or educational case studies
Innovative teaching methodologies applied in higher education

Important Dates

Abstract submission deadline: 17 April
Notification of acceptance: 24 April
Symposium date: 18-20 May

Submission Guidelines Authors are invited to submit an abstract of up to 300 words, clearly outlining the objective, methodology (if applicable), and main contributions of the work. Submissions should indicate whether the proposal corresponds to:

A research paper, or
A pedagogical practice / educational innovation

Accepted contributions will be presented during the symposium as oral presentations.
About One World
The One World pillar of the Universidade Europeia’s Academic Model promotes a holistic educational vision that integrates academic excellence, ethical commitment and global citizenship. Through interdisciplinary learning, international collaboration, applied ethics and sustainability-oriented education, One World aims to empower students to understand and shape a rapidly transforming world. The symposium forms part of the One World Academy Week, an initiative that brings together students, faculty, researchers and international partners to explore new ideas, share best practices and strengthen the role of higher education in building a more sustainable, inclusive and responsible future.

55th edition of the International Student Research Groups Seminar at UWM
2026-05-26 - 2026-05-27 | University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Olsztyn, Poland
55th International Student Research Groups Seminar “At the Boundaries of Disciplines”
The University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn is proud to host the jubilee 55th edition of the International Student Research Groups Seminar on 26–27 May 2026.
For many years, the International Student Research Groups Seminar has served as a prestigious forum for presenting the achievements of young researchers, as well as a space for the exchange of ideas, experiences, and research inspiration. This year’s theme, “At the Boundaries of Disciplines,” highlights the importance of interdisciplinary dialogue, cooperation between diverse fields of science, and the search for new research perspectives that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries.
About the Event
The Seminar creates an open and inspiring environment for the presentation of research results, theoretical concepts, applied projects, and innovative scientific solutions, representing a broad spectrum of disciplines and research areas.
Students and doctoral candidates from academic institutions worldwide are welcome to participate, either as active presenters or passive participants, regardless of their disciplinary background. Contributions of an inter- and multidisciplinary character are particularly encouraged.
Event Details

Dates: 26–27 May 2026
Location: University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland
Format: Hybrid (in-person and online participation available)
Abstract submission deadline: 22 February 2026
Registration: Available at https://mskn.uwm.edu.pl

Complete information regarding participation rules, regulations, conference fees, editorial requirements, and thematic structure is available on the official event website.
Organizers
Manufacturing Engineering and Machinery Student Research Society Student Research Society of Botanists University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn

Hackathon: Innovation Challenge – Turning Partnerships into Sustainable Solutions
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-30
Do you have an idea that can make a change?
Are you a student or young entrepreneur? Maybe you are someone with a solution to a challenge in your community? Do you have an idea for sustainable work, or you want to realize some innovation initiative?
Then, this Public Call is for you!
Apply for the hackathon Innovation Challenge: Turning Partnerships into Sustainable Solutions for students and young entrepreneurs that will take place on 29th and 30th May 2026, at SEEU Campus in Tetovo.
The Hackathon is organized by the ChallengeEU Alliance with the support of the Business & Innovation Center of SEEU/ and Student Parliament of SEEU.
What’s in it for you?
Participating in the Hackathon offers you excellent opportunities to:

develop new skills,
exchange experiences and ideas,
learn more about how sustainable and innovative solutions are developed,
network with students, young people, startups, and professionals with similar ideas, and improve your presentation skills through mentoring, practical sessions, and interactive workshops.

In addition, this event will enable you to expand your professional network and explore opportunities for support and further development of your idea.
Awards: The most successful teams will receive: First Place – 30,000 MKD Second Place – 18,000 MKD Third Place – 12,000 MKD The deadline for registration is 25 May 2026, by 23.59.
Be part of the change — be innovative and contribute to a sustainable solution!

Register your team now in the following link >>> https://forms.gle/wVPwA93Z5q7BkutUA

ISCBE 2026: Article submission are open
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-12
9th International Scientific Conference on Business and Economics (ISCBE 2026), organized by the Faculty of Business and Economics, South East European University, and held as a hybrid event on 11–12 June 2026 at the European University of Valencia, Spain.
This conference provides a forward-looking and interdisciplinary platform for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to explore how economies can become resilient, competitive, and future-ready in an era of rapid technological change and global uncertainty. The central theme focuses on the critical role of innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation in shaping sustainable and competitive economic systems.
Key discussions will address topics such as digital competitiveness and economic growth, innovation driven entrepreneurship, the role of artificial intelligence and data-driven decision-making, startup and ecosystem development, digital skills and human capital, and policy frameworks supporting future oriented economies. Special attention will be given to how firms, institutions, and regions can adapt to
disruptive technologies while fostering inclusive and sustainable development.
We strongly encourage the active participation of master’s and PhD students. The conference offers an excellent opportunity for early-career researchers to present their work, receive constructive feedback, and engage in meaningful dialogue with experienced academics and professionals, contributing to debates that will shape the future of business, economics, and digital transformation.
The joint organization of this conference results from collaboration within the ChallengeEU Alliance, co-funded by the European Union, and provides an opportunity to further strengthen cooperation among the organizers and other alliance partners.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Full-paper submission deadline: April 15, 2026
Notification of acceptance of papers: April 30, 2026
Camera-ready (print version paper) submission deadline: May 31, 2026
Conference dates: June 11-12, 2026

More information >>> 9th ISCBE – CfP (11-12 June 2026)

250 Years of Competition in the U.S.: Lecture by Dr Matt Knutson
2026-06-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Building D, Winfried-Lieber-Saal D001
Hochschule Offenburg is hosting US Fulbright Scholar Matt Knutson, an esports expert and Assistant Professor at the University of North Dakota. This marks only the second time in the university’s history that Hochschule Offenburg has received this prestigious distinction.

During his stay, Dr Matt Knutson will support the university in further developing its esports activities. He will advise university leadership on possible directions for expanding esports initiatives, contribute his expertise to student learning through block courses, and continue his historical research into early German competitive gaming leagues, including the 1982 Atari VCS Bundesliga.

His visit will also open esports-related discussions to the wider academic and local community. On 6 June, to mark World Tetris Day, an internal tournament will be organised for the university community. On 11 June, Knutson will give a public English-language lecture titled “250 Years of Competition in the U.S.”. His programme will conclude with a public esports tournament during Hochschule Offenburg’s Open Campus Day on 20 June.

Hybrid format: at Hochschule Offenburg and online with Zoom

Meeting-ID: 682 2142 9233 Kenncode: [REDACTED]

Link to the meeting: https://hs-offenburg.zoom.us/j/68221429233?pwd=[REDACTED]

Call for Papers: URAI Symposium 2026. AI and the Human in the Loop
2026-06-12
The Upper Rhine Artificial Intelligence Symposium (URAI) is a recurring international conference focusing on applied, human‑centred, and responsible AI. It brings together researchers from computer science, engineering, and application domains to exchange results and experiences at the intersection of AI technology and human decision‑making.
URAI 2026. AI and the Human in the Loop: Creation, Application, and Co-Evolution will take place on 4 November 2026 at the FHNW Campus Brugg‑Windisch (Switzerland) and is hosted by the FHNW School of Computer Science.
The symposium is co‑organized with ChallengeEU’s Associate Partner TriRhenaTech. TriRhenaTech is the cross‑border alliance of Universities of Applied Sciences and Grandes Écoles in the Upper Rhine region (France, Germany, Switzerland).
Researchers from ChallengeEU partner universities, including early‑career researchers, are invited to submit contributions.
Topics

AI system development
Human-AI Interaction
AI in Application Domains
Responsible and Trustworthy AI

Contributions linking AI research with societal transformation in the areas of work, sus-tainability, and health are particularly encouraged.
Submission Tracks

Original Research: unpublished applied or interdisciplinary AI research
Journal / Conference‑First: peer‑reviewed publications from the last 18 months

Accepted contributions will be presented as oral or poster presentations. A publication in the URAI Proceedings series is foreseen.
Important Dates

Extended abstract deadline: 12 June 2026
Notification of acceptance: 3 July 2026
Full paper deadline (Track 1): 30 September 2026
Symposium: 4 November 2026

Further Information

Conference website: https://www.fhnw.ch/urai-2026
Contact: Judith Küstler (judith.kuestler@fhnw.ch)

What?
URAI Upper-Rhine Artificial Intelligence Symposium 2026
When?
4th November 2026
Where?
Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz FHNW
Campus Brugg-Windisch
Bahnhofstrasse 6
5210 Windisch
Switzerland

Open Science and Education: Best Practices
2026-06-18 13:30 - 15:00
This keynote Speech will be given by Prof. Dr Julia Priess-Buchheit who is a member of ChallengeEU External Advisory Board.

Prof Priess-Buchheit is an expert in teaching and learning of open science, ethics and integrity, as well as in social technologies.The keynote will focus on Open Science in teaching, including concrete examples of cross-border collaboration and course adaptation, with a perspective on developing an Open Education framework and action plan for ChallengeEU.

The meeting will be held online.

Summer School “Traces in the Landscape”
2026-07-01 00:00 - 2026-07-09 23:59 | Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry
The Summer School “Traces in the Landscape” is devoted to the study of landscape perceived as a multilayered palimpsest shaped by natural, cultural, and social processes occurring over time. During the workshops, academic staff and participants will jointly reflect on how to identify traditional architectural and landscape forms in relation to local identity, historical knowledge, and the relationship between people and place. Students will also focus on the natural and sensory dimensions of landscape, such as colour, texture, rhythm, and plant structures, as well as on biophilia as a concept of reconnecting humans with nature.

Aim

To develop participants’ skills in identifying, interpreting, and protecting cultural, natural, and aesthetic elements embedded in the landscape.

Dates

1–9 July 2026

Organisers

UWM in Olsztyn, Department of Landscape Architecture (Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry)

Rules and regulations of the task

Recruitment: 19 May 2026 – 5 June 2026 – https://forms.office.com/e/vi15xe9YSB

REGULATIONS

Forms of Activity

Lectures and landscape studio,

Printmaking studio,

Field sessions (Olsztyn Old Town, Olsztynek, Reszel, Łężany, Święta Lipka, Lidzbark Warmiński, Municipality of Stawiguda).

Target Group

Students interested in architecture, landscape architecture, design, environmental studies, or related fields.

Students of first-cycle or second-cycle studies.

Responsible Person: Prof. Agnieszka Jaszczak – Email: agnieszka.jaszczak@uwm.edu.pl

Contact Person: Fabian Miszewski – Email: fabian.miszewski@uwm.edu.pl

Summer School on Applied Behavioral Methods at Universidad Europea de Valencia
2026-07-13 00:00 - 2026-07-18 23:59
Behavioral Bridge is a one-week Summer School on Applied Behavioral Methods combined with a one-day research workshop, organized by the Behavioral Economics Institute at the Universidad Europea de Valencia (UEV) from 13 to 18 July 2026. The program is also designed as a training initiative of the ChallengeEU Alliance, remaining open to participants from other universities and to professionals from public and private organizations.

Behavioral Bridge offers PhD students, junior faculty and professionals advanced training in behavioral methods on 4 key areas: Artificial Intelligence and Behavior: Digital Twins Replication (Dr. Tommaso Batistoni, Oxford), Market Research and Consumption: The WIne Sector (Professor Nikolaos Georgantzis, BSB), Climate Change Mitigation: Fostering Behavior (Professor Esther Blanco), Behavior and Healthier Lifestyles: Food Labels (Professor Paolo Crosetto). Each area will be formally covered by one scholar in the morning (in 2 sessions of 120 minutes each), leaving the afternoon for interactions with researchers and other participants. On Wednesday 15th, with attendance of all Summer School students, the BEI will be hosting the 5th Workshop in Behavioral Economics @ the Europea (WoBE@E), on the topic Applied Behavioral Research Methods.

The tuition fee for the Summer School (July 13th-14th-16th-17th) is €500, €400 for academics coming from a ChallengeEU institution (including PhD students). If you are only interested in attending the workshop, presenting your own work, please submit an extended abstract by June 15th to hector.solaz@universidadeuropea.es. If you are interested in attending the Summer School or the workshop, please fill this form at your earliest convenience.

Organizing committee: Enrique Fatas, Lina Restrepo-Plaza, Hector Solaz, Emmanuel Armand.

Link to the registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEoO74KKqODH_qG-fzwJjkO47iujr2nywDXmZZHViTbULwgQ/viewform?pli=1

PhD Networking Event in Offenburg
2026-09-23 08:00 - 2026-09-25 18:00
Hochschule Offenburg cordially invites all doctoral candidates from ChallengeEU partner universities to the PhD Networking Event, taking place on 24–25 September. The event will be preceded by an Interdisciplinary Doctoral Colloquium held the day before.

Considering the increasing globalization of science and the complexity of current research questions, cross-border exchange is essential. This networking event specifically promotes connections between the member institutions of our university alliance, intensifies international cooperation, and supports the establishment of sustainable academic partnerships.

Special Invitation: All participants of the PhD Networking Event are also very welcome to arrive a day early and join the interdisciplinary doctoral colloquium on Wednesday, whether or not they are presenting their own work.

We have gathered all the important information and links for you on this Miro board, this is also where we will keep you posted with all the latest updates. And best of all: everyone participating in the Networking Event can already set up their own profile there. This way, you can start connecting right away and get the networking rolling early.

Interdisciplinary Doctoral Colloquium at Offenburg University (optional)Link to registration: https://events.hs-offenburg.de/event/794/PhD Networking EventLink to registration: https://forms.gle/cptGKVFy1cMyG3P89

Both events will take place in person at Hochschule Offenburg, Germany. The closest international airports are Strasbourg (SXB, France), Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (FKB), and Frankfurt (FRA). Offenburg is well-connected via ICE train. A list of nearby hotels and guesthouses is provided by the city’s tourism office.

Certificates of attendance will be issued for both events: the colloquium (with or without an individual presentation) and the PhD Networking Event.

Participation in the Networking Event may be eligible for funding from your home university. Please contact your local International Office or the ChallengeEU coordinators at your institution for further details.

For any questions regarding the local organization on site, please feel free to contact Dr. Carmen Kuhn (Graduate Academy): carmen.kuhn@hs-offenburg.de

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