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SUMMARY:ICTürkiye2026 International Brokerage Event
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\n29 September 2026 | Online \nThe ICTürkiye2026 International Brokerage Event brings together researchers\, innovators\, companies and other stakeholders interested in upcoming Horizon Europe collaboration and funding opportunities across health\, digital technologies\, industry\, energy and mobility. \nOrganized by the “Technical Assistance for Türkiye in Horizon Europe” Project and the TÜBİTAK National Coordination Office for EU Framework Programmes\, the online event combines practical information on upcoming Horizon Europe topics with hands-on funding guidance and international matchmaking. \nThe morning program will provide an overview of ICT-related thematic areas and upcoming calls\, covering Digital and Smart Health\, the Twin Green and Digital Transformation of Industry\, Smart Mobility\, and Smart and Renewable Energy. Dedicated workshops will also explore cascade funding and lump sum funding\, including practical guidance on identifying opportunities\, preparing applications and managing funded projects. In the afternoon\, a Pitching Session will offer participants the opportunity to present their expertise\, project ideas and collaboration interests and connect with potential partners for upcoming Horizon Europe proposals. \nThe event will address a broad range of 2026 and 2027 Horizon Europe thematic areas across Cluster 1: Health\, Cluster 4: Digital and Industry\, and Cluster 5: Climate\, Energy and Mobility\, including: \n\nDigital and Smart Health — innovative\, sustainable and high-quality healthcare\, AI-based tools\, digital solutions and the digitalisation of health services\nTwin Green and Digital Transformation of Industry — the green and digital transition of manufacturing\, construction and energy-intensive process industries\nSmart Mobility — connected\, cooperative and automated mobility\, multimodal transport\, infrastructure\, logistics\, safety and smart urban mobility\nSmart and Renewable Energy — renewable generation\, storage and flexibility\, and the digitalisation of energy systems\n\nWhy Participate?\nParticipants can gain insights into upcoming Horizon Europe opportunities\, better understand different funding mechanisms\, present their expertise and project ideas\, and identify potential partners for future international consortia. \nWhy it Matters to WAITRO\nFor the WAITRO Global Innovation Family\, the event provides an opportunity to identify relevant Horizon Europe calls\, connect with potential consortium partners and explore new international project opportunities. Organized by our Regional Focal Point of the MENA region TÜBITAK\, the event directly supports WAITRO’s efforts to strengthen international project development and facilitate connections between members\, funding opportunities and prospective partners.
URL:https://waitro.org/event/icturkiye2026-international-brokerage-event/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Global STI Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
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SUMMARY:Crowdhelix Online Event: Consortium Building for 2027 Bids - Partner Strategy\, Roles and the Matchmaking Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nThis Crowdhelix session focuses on strategic consortium building for the 2027 Horizon Europe calls. Rather than starting with partner search\, the session addresses how to design a competitive consortium first: defining partner roles\, balancing expertise\, geography and TRLs\, avoiding common consortium-building mistakes\, and understanding what makes a partnership credible to evaluators. Participants will also be introduced to the Crowdhelix matchmaking toolkit and can use the session as preparation for the upcoming Cluster 5 and Cluster 4 matchmaking events. \nWhy It Matters to WAITRO\nThe event is particularly relevant to WAITRO’s ambition to strengthen international project collaboration and consortium building among its members. It provides practical insights into how competitive Horizon Europe consortia are structured and how partner searches can be approached more strategically – knowledge that could directly inform WAITRO’s own consortium-building and matchmaking services. As WAITRO brings together RTOs with diverse expertise and geographic backgrounds\, the session could also help identify how the network can position its members more effectively as partners in international research consortia and complement Crowdhelix’s existing matchmaking infrastructure.
URL:https://waitro.org/event/crowdhelix-online-event-consortium-building-for-2027-bids-partner-strategy-roles-and-the-matchmaking-toolkit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Global STI Calendar
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261023T170000
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SUMMARY:Türkiye's National Knowledge and Technology Transfer Week
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nTürkiye’s National Knowledge and Technology Transfer Week 2026 is Türkiye’s leading national event dedicated to knowledge exchange\, technology transfer\, commercialization\, and innovation collaboration. Taking place on 22–23 October 2026 in Ankara\, the event brings together approximately 300 participants from academia\, industry\, government\, research organizations\, technology transfer offices (TTOs)\, start-ups\, investors\, and international innovation networks. It follows the invitation-only WIPO–AUTM International Knowledge & Technology Transfer Leadership Summit (19–20 October)\, creating a unique opportunity to connect global technology transfer leaders with Türkiye’s innovation ecosystem. \nUnder the theme “Maximizing Impact for Societal Welfare”\, the event explores how knowledge exchange and technology transfer can generate greater societal value beyond traditional economic outcomes. Discussions will focus on strengthening innovation ecosystems\, fostering university-industry collaboration\, supporting deep-tech commercialization\, building regional innovation clusters\, and scaling successful local initiatives to international impact. \nThe programme combines high-level policy discussions with practical networking and showcases. Participants can expect: \n\nInspiring keynote speeches and expert panel discussions on innovation policy\, knowledge valorisation\, and technology transfer.\nAn exhibition featuring international organizations\, EU-funded projects\, technology transfer offices\, research organizations\, industrial R&D centres\, regional development agencies\, and deep-tech start-ups.\nPresentations from industrial R&D centres highlighting successful university-industry collaboration projects.\nExcellent networking opportunities with leading innovation professionals\, policymakers\, researchers\, investors\, and technology transfer experts from Türkiye and around the world.\n\nWAITRO is pleased to participate in this important event as part of its strategic collaboration with ÜSİMP\, creating synergies between Türkiye’s innovation ecosystem and the global WAITRO network. The event also serves as an important lead-in to the WAITRO Summit 2026 in Istanbul\, providing participants with an opportunity to engage in both events and strengthen international research\, innovation\, and technology transfer partnerships
URL:https://waitro.org/event/turkiyes-national-knowledge-and-technology-transfer-week/
LOCATION:Ankara\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Global STI Calendar
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SUMMARY:WAITRO Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:About the EventThe WAITRO Summit 2026 brings together global research and technology organizations to move from ambition to implementation. Through structured co-creation and international collaboration\, the Summit focuses on developing practical\, investment-ready solutions for climate action and sustainable development. \nFocus of the Summit\nCentered on implementation\, the Summit connects research\, industry\, and policy to accelerate real-world impact. Participants will co-develop project pipelines\, form strategic partnerships\, and contribute to a shared Implementation Declaration guiding action beyond 2026. \nWhat to Expect\nOver three days\, participants will engage in member-led sessions\, interactive co-creation workshops\, and high-level discussions. The Summit is designed to transform ideas into concrete initiatives\, with clear ownership\, timelines\, and pathways to funding and deployment. \nKey Outcome\nThe Summit will deliver a portfolio of implementation-ready pilot projects and a joint declaration to be presented to global stakeholders\, including policymakers and investors\, in the lead-up to COP31. \nWhy It Matters\nAs global challenges intensify\, the need to translate research into scalable solutions has never been greater. The WAITRO Summit 2026 provides a unique platform to align expertise\, mobilize partnerships\, and accelerate implementation at a global scale. \nRegistration opens in May 2026. Stay tuned.
URL:https://waitro.org/event/waitro-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Istanbul Technical University\, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:WAITRO Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20261028T140000
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SUMMARY:28th WAITRO General Assembly
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nThis year’s General Assembly (GA) will be a key moment to align on WAITRO’s future direction and priorities. Members can expect the presentation of the Strategic Plan 2027–2030\, outlining the vision and objectives for the coming years\, alongside the proposed Work Program 2027/28 with planned activities and initiatives. The GA will also include an update on membership developments\, as well as a forward-looking discussion on upcoming plans and opportunities for engagement. \nExecutive Board Election\nThe upcoming GA include elections for WAITRO’s leadership positions\, giving members the opportunity to shape the association’s governance for the next term. All active full members are eligible to nominate candidates\, stand for election\, and vote. Submissions for Board nominations can be made until 29 August 2026.
URL:https://waitro.org/event/28th-waitro-general-assembly/
CATEGORIES:WAITRO Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
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SUMMARY:Crowdhelix Online Event: Lump-Sum Grants in Horizon Europe - What They Are\, How to Budget and Why They Change Your Bid
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nThis Crowdhelix session provides practical guidance on lump-sum funding in Horizon Europe\, which is becoming increasingly relevant for the 2027 call cycle. It covers how lump-sum grants differ from actual-cost funding\, how budgets need to be structured across partners and work packages\, how evaluators assess costs\, and which common budgeting mistakes can weaken a proposal. The session also addresses cost benchmarking and the implications of lump-sum funding for project reporting and implementation. \nWhy It Matters to WAITRO\nThe session is particularly relevant to WAITRO’s ambition to strengthen its support for members throughout the international project development cycle. Understanding lump-sum funding is important not only for proposal preparation but also for consortium design\, budgeting and project implementation. The insights could therefore help WAITRO better advise members preparing Horizon Europe proposals and identify areas where additional capacity development or expert support may be needed\, particularly for organizations with limited experience in EU funding mechanisms.
URL:https://waitro.org/event/crowdhelix-online-event-lump-sum-grants-in-horizon-europe-what-they-are-how-to-budget-and-why-they-change-your-bid/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Global STI Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
DTSTAMP:20260826T074034Z
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SUMMARY:WAITRO Bridges the Gap to COP31 – Driving Global Climate Action
DESCRIPTION:About the ConferenceThe UNFCCC Conference of the Parties (COP)\, taking place 31st time in Antalya from 9-20 November 2026\, will bring together global leaders\, policymakers\, researchers and innovators to advance international climate action and accelerate the implementation of the Paris Agreement.  \nAs one of the most important global climate events\, COP31 will focus on strengthening commitments\, mobilizing finance and translating climate goals into concrete\, scalable solutions. It serves as a key platform for dialogue\, negotiation and collaboration across sectors and regions\, bringing together the full spectrum of stakeholders shaping the global climate agenda. The incoming COP31 Presidency and Australia will work closely together in line with the partnership modalities agreed between Türkiye and Australia.   \nWhy it Matters to WAITROFor WAITRO and our members\, COP31 represents a critical opportunity to connect research and innovation with global policy processes. By fostering international collaboration and supporting solution-driven approaches\, WAITRO contributes to ensuring that scientific and technological advancements play a central role in addressing climate challenges. \nWith COP31 and the WAITRO Summit 2026 both taking place in Türkiye\, this creates a unique momentum to link global climate discussions with innovation-driven collaboration. We encourage WAITRO members and partners to actively engage in our Summit in Istanbul as a key step towards COP31\, and contributing their expertise\, building partnerships and positioning innovative solutions within the global climate dialogue. \n Get Involved with WAITRO \n\n Explore WAITRO’s services of Matchmaking and collaborative project development and connect with partners worldwide.\nJoin us at the WAITRO Summit 2026\, where climate innovation and global collaboration will take center stage.\nSubmit your Climate Solution via the following portal: https://waitro-summit.org/climate-solutions-initiative/\n\nTogether\, we can turn climate ambition into action and drive meaningful impact on a global scale.
URL:https://waitro.org/event/waitro-bridges-the-gap-to-cop31-driving-global-climate-action/
LOCATION:Antalya\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Global STI Calendar,WAITRO Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205
DTSTAMP:20260408T113540Z
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SUMMARY:UN Water Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:About the ConferenceThe 2026 United Nations Water Conference will be held from 2–4 December 2026 in the United Arab Emirates\, co-hosted by the UAE and Senegal. This milestone event takes place at a pivotal moment—just five years before the deadline to achieve the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)- \n \nWith a strong focus on SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation\, the conference will catalyze political commitment\, financial investment\, and innovation to accelerate progress. It will bring together governments\, international organizations\, civil society\, private sector actors\, and scientific communities to forge partnerships and promote action toward a water-secure future for all. \n \n\nWhy it Matters for WAITROWAITRO recognizes water security as a fundamental pillar of sustainable development. Through our global network\, we promote research collaboration and technology deployment that supports sustainable water management. We invite our members and partners to engage with this critical global effort and contribute science-based solutions that make a difference.
URL:https://waitro.org/event/un-water-conference-2026/
LOCATION:United Arab Emirates\, NY
CATEGORIES:Global STI Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261204
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SUMMARY:Crowdhelix Online Event: 2027 Horizon Europe: Your Strategic Planning Session — Calls\, Priorities and Next Steps
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nThe Horizon Europe 2027: Final Calls and the Road to FP10 session provides a practical overview of the final phase of Horizon Europe and the opportunities available under the 2026–2027 Work Programme. With nearly €14 billion allocated and fewer\, more focused topics\, the session will help participants identify relevant 2027 calls\, understand key strategic priorities\, and position their organisations and consortia for upcoming deadlines. It will also provide an outlook on FP10 and practical guidance for preparing for the transition to the next EU Framework Programme. \nWhy It Matters to WAITRO\nThe session is particularly relevant for WAITRO members interested in international research collaboration and European funding opportunities. It can help members identify potential Horizon Europe calls\, better understand consortium and proposal requirements\, and strategically prepare for both the final 2027 funding opportunities and FP10. It also complements WAITRO’s efforts to strengthen funding intelligence\, international consortium building\, and collaborative project development across the network.
URL:https://waitro.org/event/crowdhelix-online-event-2027-horizon-europe-your-strategic-planning-session-calls-priorities-and-next-steps/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Global STI Calendar
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