GenAISA Partners in Kaunas to Advance Generative AI Skills Development Across Europe Partners of the GenAISA (Generative AI Skills Academy) project gathered in Kaunas, Lithuania, on 16–17 June 2026 for the project's fourth transnational meeting. Hosted by project partners, the two-day event brought together representatives from academia, vocational education and training (VET), research organizations, and industry to review project progress, validate key outputs, and coordinate upcoming activities aimed at strengthening Generative AI skills across Europe. Funded by the Erasmus+ programme, GenAISA seeks to address the growing demand for Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) competences by developing innovative educational resources, training methodologies, and skills recognition mechanisms that support learners, educators, and professionals in adapting to the rapidly evolving AI landscape. During the first day of the meeting, partners focused on the advancement of the project's educational and training resources. Significant attention was dedicated to the Digital Skills Passport, the GenAISA Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), and the Virtual World learning environment. Partners participated in hands-on testing activities, reviewing the courses from a learner's perspective and providing final feedback to ensure the quality, usability, and effectiveness of the learning experience. A demonstration of the Virtual World platform showcased how immersive learning environments can enhance the acquisition of Generative AI skills and support innovative pedagogical approaches. Discussions also focused on the upcoming pilot implementation activities, including the presentation of the Teacher Handbook and a Train-the-Trainer session designed to equip educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to deliver GenAI-related training effectively. The first day concluded with a dedicated session on impact, dissemination, and exploitation, during which partners reviewed strategies to maximize the visibility, sustainability, and long-term adoption of the project's results. The second day focused on project management, quality assurance, and future planning. Partners reviewed progress on project deliverables, discussed upcoming milestones, and coordinated activities for the next six months. Particular emphasis was placed on ensuring the timely completion of project outputs and preparing for the final stages of implementation. The Quality Assurance, Risk Management, and Evaluation session provided an overview of ongoing monitoring activities and enabled partners to review the project's risk management framework, ensuring that project objectives continue to be achieved effectively and efficiently. The meeting also included a review of the project calendar, upcoming deadlines, and future collaborative activities. Partners reaffirmed their commitment to delivering high-quality educational resources that contribute to the development of Generative AI competences and support Europe's digital transformation agenda. The e-Business and User Experience Lab of the University of Peloponnese with Spiros Sirmakessis and Marios Katsis actively participated in the discussions and contributed to the evaluation of project outputs, pilot preparation activities, and dissemination planning. Through its involvement in GenAISA, the laboratory continues to support the development of innovative approaches for AI education, digital skills enhancement, and workforce preparedness. As the project enters its final phases, the consortium remains focused on ensuring that GenAISA delivers sustainable, accessible, and impactful resources that help bridge the gap between emerging Generative AI technologies and the skills required by the European labour market. For more information about the GenAISA project and its activities, visit the project website and follow GenAISA on social media channels. About GenAISA GenAISA (Generative AI Skills Academy) is an Erasmus+ Forward-Looking Project that brings together universities, training providers, research organizations, and industry partners to develop innovative educational frameworks, learning resources, and skills recognition mechanisms for Generative Artificial Intelligence. The project aims to support educators, learners, and professionals in acquiring the competences needed to thrive in an AI-driven society and economy.GenAISA Partners in Kaunas to Advance Generative AI Skills Development Across Europe Partners of the GenAISA (Generative AI Skills Academy) project gathered in Kaunas, Lithuania, on 16–17 June 2026 for the project's fourth transnational meeting. Hosted by project partners, the two-day event brought together representatives from academia, vocational education and training (VET), research organizations, and industry to review project progress, validate key outputs, and coordinate upcoming activities aimed at strengthening Generative AI skills across Europe. Funded by the Erasmus+ programme, GenAISA seeks to address the growing demand for Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) competences by developing innovative educational resources, training methodologies, and skills recognition mechanisms that support learners, educators, and professionals in adapting to the rapidly evolving AI landscape. During the first day of the meeting, partners focused on the advancement of the project's educational and training resources. Significant attention was dedicated to the Digital Skills Passport, the GenAISA Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), and the Virtual World learning environment. Partners participated in hands-on testing activities, reviewing the courses from a learner's perspective and providing final feedback to ensure the quality, usability, and effectiveness of the learning experience. A demonstration of the Virtual World platform showcased how immersive learning environments can enhance the acquisition of Generative AI skills and support innovative pedagogical approaches. Discussions also focused on the upcoming pilot implementation activities, including the presentation of the Teacher Handbook and a Train-the-Trainer session designed to equip educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to deliver GenAI-related training effectively. The first day concluded with a dedicated session on impact, dissemination, and exploitation, during which partners reviewed strategies to maximize the visibility, sustainability, and long-term adoption of the project's results. The second day focused on project management, quality assurance, and future planning. Partners reviewed progress on project deliverables, discussed upcoming milestones, and coordinated activities for the next six months. Particular emphasis was placed on ensuring the timely completion of project outputs and preparing for the final stages of implementation. The Quality Assurance, Risk Management, and Evaluation session provided an overview of ongoing monitoring activities and enabled partners to review the project's risk management framework, ensuring that project objectives continue to be achieved effectively and efficiently. The meeting also included a review of the project calendar, upcoming deadlines, and future collaborative activities. Partners reaffirmed their commitment to delivering high-quality educational resources that contribute to the development of Generative AI competences and support Europe's digital transformation agenda. The e-Business and User Experience Lab of the University of Peloponnese with Spiros Sirmakessis and Marios Katsis actively participated in the discussions and contributed to the evaluation of project outputs, pilot preparation activities, and dissemination planning. Through its involvement in GenAISA, the laboratory continues to support the development of innovative approaches for AI education, digital skills enhancement, and workforce preparedness. As the project enters its final phases, the consortium remains focused on ensuring that GenAISA delivers sustainable, accessible, and impactful resources that help bridge the gap between emerging Generative AI technologies and the skills required by the European labour market. For more information about the GenAISA project and its activities, visit the project website and follow GenAISA on social media channels. About GenAISA GenAISA (Generative AI Skills Academy) is an Erasmus+ Forward-Looking Project that brings together universities, training providers, research organizations, and industry partners to develop innovative educational frameworks, learning resources, and skills recognition mechanisms for Generative Artificial Intelligence. The project aims to support educators, learners, and professionals in acquiring the competences needed to thrive in an AI-driven society and economy.

Day 1 of the GenAISA 4th Project Meeting in Kaunas, Lithuania! Today, partners of the GenAISA gathered to review progress and collaborate on the next steps towards strengthening Generative AI skills across Europe. The first day focused on key developments within: - WP4 – Digital Skills Passport, MOOC and Virtual World, including partner testing of the training courses and a demonstration of the Virtual World environment. - WP5 – Pilots and Testing, featuring the presentation of the Teacher Handbook and a Train-the-Trainer session. - WP7 – Impact, Dissemination and Exploitation, where partners discussed strategies to maximize the project's outreach and long-term impact. The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to exchange feedback, share experiences, and ensure that the GenAISA results effectively support educators, learners, and professionals in the rapidly evolving field of Generative AI. The e-Business and User Experience Lab of the University of Peloponnese is proud to contribute to this collaborative effort and to work alongside our European partners in shaping the future of AI education and skills development.Day 1 of the GenAISA 4th Project Meeting in Kaunas, Lithuania! Today, partners of the GenAISA gathered to review progress and collaborate on the next steps towards strengthening Generative AI skills across Europe. The first day focused on key developments within: - WP4 – Digital Skills Passport, MOOC and Virtual World, including partner testing of the training courses and a demonstration of the Virtual World environment. - WP5 – Pilots and Testing, featuring the presentation of the Teacher Handbook and a Train-the-Trainer session. - WP7 – Impact, Dissemination and Exploitation, where partners discussed strategies to maximize the project's outreach and long-term impact. The meeting provided an excellent opportunity to exchange feedback, share experiences, and ensure that the GenAISA results effectively support educators, learners, and professionals in the rapidly evolving field of Generative AI. The e-Business and User Experience Lab of the University of Peloponnese is proud to contribute to this collaborative effort and to work alongside our European partners in shaping the future of AI education and skills development.

Kaunas, Lithuania, for the GenAISA Partners Meeting! Over the next two days, Spiros Sirmakessis and Marios Katsis will join project partners from across Europe to discuss the progress of GenAISA, exchange experiences, and collaborate on the next steps towards promoting Generative AI skills and responsible AI adoption in education and society. The meeting will provide an excellent opportunity to strengthen cooperation, share achievements, and plan future activities that will maximize the impact of the project. Looking forward to productive discussions, new ideas, and fruitful collaboration in Kaunas! #GenAISA #GenerativeAI #AIEducation #ErasmusPlus #EuropeanProjects #Kaunas #Lithuania #Innovation #DigitalSkillsKaunas, Lithuania, for the GenAISA Partners Meeting! Over the next two days, Spiros Sirmakessis and Marios Katsis will join project partners from across Europe to discuss the progress of GenAISA, exchange experiences, and collaborate on the next steps towards promoting Generative AI skills and responsible AI adoption in education and society. The meeting will provide an excellent opportunity to strengthen cooperation, share achievements, and plan future activities that will maximize the impact of the project. Looking forward to productive discussions, new ideas, and fruitful collaboration in Kaunas! #GenAISA #GenerativeAI #AIEducation #ErasmusPlus #EuropeanProjects #Kaunas #Lithuania #Innovation #DigitalSkills

Σεμινάριο AR/VR/XR του e-Business Lab σε συνεργασία με τη Vongrid Με ιδιαίτερη επιτυχία ολοκληρώθηκε το εξειδικευμένο σεμινάριο στις τεχνολογίες Επαυξημένης Πραγματικότητας (Augmented Reality - AR), Εικονικής Πραγματικότητας (Virtual Reality - VR) και Εκτεταμένης Πραγματικότητας (Extended Reality - XR), το οποίο διοργάνωσε το e-Business and User Experience Lab του Τμήματος Ηλεκτρολόγων Μηχανικών και Μηχανικών Υπολογιστών του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου, σε συνεργασία με τη Vongrid. Το σεμινάριο παρείχε στους συμμετέχοντες τη δυνατότητα να εξοικειωθούν με τις πλέον σύγχρονες τεχνολογίες εμβυθιστικών εμπειριών, να γνωρίσουν εργαλεία και πλατφόρμες ανάπτυξης εφαρμογών XR και να αποκτήσουν πρακτική εμπειρία μέσα από εργαστηριακές ασκήσεις και ομαδικές δραστηριότητες. Η κορύφωση του προγράμματος πραγματοποιήθηκε κατά την τελική εκδήλωση παρουσίασης των έργων των συμμετεχόντων, όπου οι φοιτητές παρουσίασαν έξι (6) ολοκληρωμένα έργα που σχεδίασαν και ανέπτυξαν κατά τη διάρκεια του σεμιναρίου. Τα έργα κάλυψαν ένα ευρύ φάσμα εφαρμογών των τεχνολογιών XR, αναδεικνύοντας τη δημιουργικότητα, τις τεχνικές δεξιότητες και την καινοτόμο σκέψη των φοιτητών. Η συνεργασία μεταξύ του e-Business and User Experience Lab και της Vongrid επιβεβαίωσε τη σημασία της διασύνδεσης της ακαδημαϊκής κοινότητας με τον επιχειρηματικό και τεχνολογικό κόσμο, προσφέροντας στους νέους επιστήμονες πολύτιμες γνώσεις και εμπειρίες σε έναν από τους πλέον δυναμικά αναπτυσσόμενους τομείς της ψηφιακής οικονομίας. Το e-Business and User Experience Lab συνεχίζει να επενδύει στη διάχυση καινοτόμων τεχνολογιών και στην ανάπτυξη δεξιοτήτων αιχμής, ενισχύοντας την προετοιμασία των φοιτητών για το ψηφιακό μέλλον. Η επιτυχής ολοκλήρωση του σεμιναρίου αποτελεί μόνο την αρχή. Οι ιδέες που γεννήθηκαν, οι δεξιότητες που αναπτύχθηκαν και οι συνεργασίες που δημιουργήθηκαν αποτελούν τη βάση για την επόμενη γενιά εφαρμογών XR, όπου η εκπαίδευση, η καινοτομία και η τεχνολογία συναντώνται για να διαμορφώσουν το μέλλον. Ιδιαίτερες ευχαριστίες στην Irini Ioannidou για την οργάνωση της διαδικασίας! https://youtu.be/QXpP_ty79QIΣεμινάριο AR/VR/XR του e-Business Lab σε συνεργασία με τη Vongrid Με ιδιαίτερη επιτυχία ολοκληρώθηκε το εξειδικευμένο σεμινάριο στις τεχνολογίες Επαυξημένης Πραγματικότητας (Augmented Reality - AR), Εικονικής Πραγματικότητας (Virtual Reality - VR) και Εκτεταμένης Πραγματικότητας (Extended Reality - XR), το οποίο διοργάνωσε το e-Business and User Experience Lab του Τμήματος Ηλεκτρολόγων Μηχανικών και Μηχανικών Υπολογιστών του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου, σε συνεργασία με τη Vongrid. Το σεμινάριο παρείχε στους συμμετέχοντες τη δυνατότητα να εξοικειωθούν με τις πλέον σύγχρονες τεχνολογίες εμβυθιστικών εμπειριών, να γνωρίσουν εργαλεία και πλατφόρμες ανάπτυξης εφαρμογών XR και να αποκτήσουν πρακτική εμπειρία μέσα από εργαστηριακές ασκήσεις και ομαδικές δραστηριότητες. Η κορύφωση του προγράμματος πραγματοποιήθηκε κατά την τελική εκδήλωση παρουσίασης των έργων των συμμετεχόντων, όπου οι φοιτητές παρουσίασαν έξι (6) ολοκληρωμένα έργα που σχεδίασαν και ανέπτυξαν κατά τη διάρκεια του σεμιναρίου. Τα έργα κάλυψαν ένα ευρύ φάσμα εφαρμογών των τεχνολογιών XR, αναδεικνύοντας τη δημιουργικότητα, τις τεχνικές δεξιότητες και την καινοτόμο σκέψη των φοιτητών. Η συνεργασία μεταξύ του e-Business and User Experience Lab και της Vongrid επιβεβαίωσε τη σημασία της διασύνδεσης της ακαδημαϊκής κοινότητας με τον επιχειρηματικό και τεχνολογικό κόσμο, προσφέροντας στους νέους επιστήμονες πολύτιμες γνώσεις και εμπειρίες σε έναν από τους πλέον δυναμικά αναπτυσσόμενους τομείς της ψηφιακής οικονομίας. Το e-Business and User Experience Lab συνεχίζει να επενδύει στη διάχυση καινοτόμων τεχνολογιών και στην ανάπτυξη δεξιοτήτων αιχμής, ενισχύοντας την προετοιμασία των φοιτητών για το ψηφιακό μέλλον. Η επιτυχής ολοκλήρωση του σεμιναρίου αποτελεί μόνο την αρχή. Οι ιδέες που γεννήθηκαν, οι δεξιότητες που αναπτύχθηκαν και οι συνεργασίες που δημιουργήθηκαν αποτελούν τη βάση για την επόμενη γενιά εφαρμογών XR, όπου η εκπαίδευση, η καινοτομία και η τεχνολογία συναντώνται για να διαμορφώσουν το μέλλον. Ιδιαίτερες ευχαριστίες στην Irini Ioannidou για την οργάνωση της διαδικασίας! https://youtu.be/QXpP_ty79QI

Regenera4MED Partners Meet in Liguria to Advance Regenerative Tourism Across the Mediterranean Partners of the Interreg Euro-MED project Regenera4MED gathered in Spotorno, Liguria, on 10–11 June 2026 for the project's 3rd Steering Committee meeting, hosted by the Liguria Region. The two-day event brought together representatives from six pilot destinations and project partners from across the Mediterranean to review progress, exchange experiences, and define the next steps towards a regenerative tourism model that creates positive impacts for communities, economies, and ecosystems. Regenera4MED aims to introduce and test innovative approaches to regenerative tourism in six pilot destinations located in Catalonia, Liguria, Abruzzo, Corsica, Crete, and Split-Dalmatia. The project seeks to move beyond sustainability by actively contributing to the restoration and enhancement of local environments and communities while fostering resilient tourism systems. During the meeting, partners reviewed the implementation of the project's Regenerative Tourism Programme and shared progress achieved in the pilot regions. Significant advances were reported in stakeholder engagement, governance development, vulnerability assessments, and capacity-building activities. Pilot destinations highlighted how local actors are increasingly collaborating to co-create regenerative tourism solutions tailored to the specific characteristics and needs of their territories. A key focus of the Steering Committee was the development of the Regenerative Tourism Journey (RTJ) Tool, led by the University of Peloponnese and ZRC SAZU. The RTJ Tool is designed as a self-assessment, reflection, and decision-support instrument that helps destinations understand their current position on the regenerative development pathway, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and define practical next steps. During collaborative workshops, partners explored how the tool can support destination managers, tourism providers, local authorities, educational institutions, and communities in planning and implementing regenerative tourism strategies. Discussions highlighted that the RTJ Tool has the potential to become a valuable Mediterranean-wide resource by providing aggregated insights on regenerative tourism maturity, supporting evidence-based policy development, and facilitating knowledge exchange among destinations. Participants emphasized that the tool's greatest value lies not only in measuring progress but also in enabling continuous learning, stakeholder dialogue, and long-term transformation. The Steering Committee also examined the broader impacts already emerging from Regenera4MED activities. Partners identified increased stakeholder awareness, stronger cooperation networks, enhanced local capacities, and the creation of practical tools and methodologies as important achievements that are laying the foundations for long-term regenerative development beyond the project's duration. The University of Peloponnese presented the project's carbon footprint monitoring activities, demonstrating the consortium's commitment to environmental responsibility and continuous improvement. The presentation highlighted the successful collection and validation of emissions data across partner organizations and provided recommendations for reducing carbon emissions related to travel, events, office operations, and project activities. In addition to technical discussions, participants took part in benchmarking sessions, collaborative learning activities, and a local discovery experience in the Liguria pilot area, exploring regenerative tourism practices through the lens of local culture, nature, and community engagement. As the project moves forward, partners will continue implementing co-ideation activities, mentoring programmes, storytelling initiatives, peer learning actions, and pilot interventions designed to strengthen regenerative tourism ecosystems throughout the Mediterranean region. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to deepen collaboration, accelerate the implementation of pilot activities, and ensure that the knowledge, tools, and partnerships developed through Regenera4MED continue to support regenerative transformation long after the project ends. About Regenera4MED Regenera4MED is an Interreg Euro-MED project dedicated to promoting regenerative tourism across the Mediterranean. Through collaborative governance, stakeholder engagement, capacity building, innovative assessment tools, and pilot actions, the project aims to create tourism models that generate positive value for local communities, cultural heritage, and natural ecosystems while strengthening regional resilience and sustainability.Regenera4MED Partners Meet in Liguria to Advance Regenerative Tourism Across the Mediterranean Partners of the Interreg Euro-MED project Regenera4MED gathered in Spotorno, Liguria, on 10–11 June 2026 for the project's 3rd Steering Committee meeting, hosted by the Liguria Region. The two-day event brought together representatives from six pilot destinations and project partners from across the Mediterranean to review progress, exchange experiences, and define the next steps towards a regenerative tourism model that creates positive impacts for communities, economies, and ecosystems. Regenera4MED aims to introduce and test innovative approaches to regenerative tourism in six pilot destinations located in Catalonia, Liguria, Abruzzo, Corsica, Crete, and Split-Dalmatia. The project seeks to move beyond sustainability by actively contributing to the restoration and enhancement of local environments and communities while fostering resilient tourism systems. During the meeting, partners reviewed the implementation of the project's Regenerative Tourism Programme and shared progress achieved in the pilot regions. Significant advances were reported in stakeholder engagement, governance development, vulnerability assessments, and capacity-building activities. Pilot destinations highlighted how local actors are increasingly collaborating to co-create regenerative tourism solutions tailored to the specific characteristics and needs of their territories. A key focus of the Steering Committee was the development of the Regenerative Tourism Journey (RTJ) Tool, led by the University of Peloponnese and ZRC SAZU. The RTJ Tool is designed as a self-assessment, reflection, and decision-support instrument that helps destinations understand their current position on the regenerative development pathway, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and define practical next steps. During collaborative workshops, partners explored how the tool can support destination managers, tourism providers, local authorities, educational institutions, and communities in planning and implementing regenerative tourism strategies. Discussions highlighted that the RTJ Tool has the potential to become a valuable Mediterranean-wide resource by providing aggregated insights on regenerative tourism maturity, supporting evidence-based policy development, and facilitating knowledge exchange among destinations. Participants emphasized that the tool's greatest value lies not only in measuring progress but also in enabling continuous learning, stakeholder dialogue, and long-term transformation. The Steering Committee also examined the broader impacts already emerging from Regenera4MED activities. Partners identified increased stakeholder awareness, stronger cooperation networks, enhanced local capacities, and the creation of practical tools and methodologies as important achievements that are laying the foundations for long-term regenerative development beyond the project's duration. The University of Peloponnese presented the project's carbon footprint monitoring activities, demonstrating the consortium's commitment to environmental responsibility and continuous improvement. The presentation highlighted the successful collection and validation of emissions data across partner organizations and provided recommendations for reducing carbon emissions related to travel, events, office operations, and project activities. In addition to technical discussions, participants took part in benchmarking sessions, collaborative learning activities, and a local discovery experience in the Liguria pilot area, exploring regenerative tourism practices through the lens of local culture, nature, and community engagement. As the project moves forward, partners will continue implementing co-ideation activities, mentoring programmes, storytelling initiatives, peer learning actions, and pilot interventions designed to strengthen regenerative tourism ecosystems throughout the Mediterranean region. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to deepen collaboration, accelerate the implementation of pilot activities, and ensure that the knowledge, tools, and partnerships developed through Regenera4MED continue to support regenerative transformation long after the project ends. About Regenera4MED Regenera4MED is an Interreg Euro-MED project dedicated to promoting regenerative tourism across the Mediterranean. Through collaborative governance, stakeholder engagement, capacity building, innovative assessment tools, and pilot actions, the project aims to create tourism models that generate positive value for local communities, cultural heritage, and natural ecosystems while strengthening regional resilience and sustainability.

Progress of the RTJ Self-Assessment Tool at Regenera4MED Meeting in Italy Spotorno, Italy – During the latest consortium meeting of the European project Regenera4MED, held in Spotorno, Italy, Professor Spiros Sirmakessis, representing the University of Peloponnese and the e-Business and User Experience Lab, presented the latest developments of the Regenerative Tourism Journey (RTJ) Self-Assessment Tool, a key innovation being developed within Work Package 1 of the project. The RTJ Tool is designed as a reflective self-assessment instrument that helps tourism stakeholders better understand their relationship with nature, culture, local communities, and the wider tourism ecosystem. Rather than functioning as a traditional audit or evaluation mechanism, the tool supports reflection, awareness-building, and learning, enabling destinations to better understand their readiness for regenerative transformation. During his presentation, Professor Sirmakessis highlighted the substantial progress achieved to date. The development process has included the establishment of a robust conceptual framework based on regenerative tourism principles, extensive co-creation activities involving project partners and external experts, the design of a multidimensional assessment methodology, and the implementation of a fully operational online platform. The RTJ Tool currently incorporates seven key dimensions of regenerative tourism development, allowing participants to assess their perspectives through a structured reflective process. The platform also includes open-ended reflection questions and evaluation mechanisms that support both individual learning and collective dialogue among stakeholders. The consortium was informed that the platform has already demonstrated strong initial engagement, with nearly one hundred registered users and more than fifty completed assessments. These first applications confirm the operational readiness of the tool and provide valuable insights for further refinement and deployment across the project's pilot regions. A key feature of the RTJ Tool is its ability to generate insights at multiple levels. Individual participants receive personalized feedback on their regenerative tourism maturity, while project partners and pilot regions can analyze collective patterns and identify opportunities for capability building, stakeholder engagement, and strategic action planning. Professor Sirmakessis also outlined the next phase of development, which focuses on wider implementation of the tool within the six pilot destinations of the Regenera4MED project. Future work will include the automation of analytical processes, the generation of actionable recommendations for destination management organizations (DMOs) and other stakeholders, and the development of community-building and networking functionalities that will strengthen collaboration among participants. The presentation generated significant interest among project partners, who discussed opportunities to further enhance the tool's analytical capabilities and its potential contribution to supporting regenerative tourism policies and practices throughout the Mediterranean region. The Regenera4MED project continues to advance innovative approaches that empower destinations and stakeholders to embrace regenerative tourism principles, fostering more resilient, sustainable, and community-centered tourism ecosystems across the Mediterranean. About Regenera4MED Regenera4MED is a European cooperation project that promotes regenerative tourism approaches across Mediterranean destinations. Through collaborative pilot actions, innovative tools, and stakeholder engagement activities, the project aims to support tourism ecosystems in creating positive environmental, social, cultural, and economic impacts for local communities and future generations.Progress of the RTJ Self-Assessment Tool at Regenera4MED Meeting in Italy Spotorno, Italy – During the latest consortium meeting of the European project Regenera4MED, held in Spotorno, Italy, Professor Spiros Sirmakessis, representing the University of Peloponnese and the e-Business and User Experience Lab, presented the latest developments of the Regenerative Tourism Journey (RTJ) Self-Assessment Tool, a key innovation being developed within Work Package 1 of the project. The RTJ Tool is designed as a reflective self-assessment instrument that helps tourism stakeholders better understand their relationship with nature, culture, local communities, and the wider tourism ecosystem. Rather than functioning as a traditional audit or evaluation mechanism, the tool supports reflection, awareness-building, and learning, enabling destinations to better understand their readiness for regenerative transformation. During his presentation, Professor Sirmakessis highlighted the substantial progress achieved to date. The development process has included the establishment of a robust conceptual framework based on regenerative tourism principles, extensive co-creation activities involving project partners and external experts, the design of a multidimensional assessment methodology, and the implementation of a fully operational online platform. The RTJ Tool currently incorporates seven key dimensions of regenerative tourism development, allowing participants to assess their perspectives through a structured reflective process. The platform also includes open-ended reflection questions and evaluation mechanisms that support both individual learning and collective dialogue among stakeholders. The consortium was informed that the platform has already demonstrated strong initial engagement, with nearly one hundred registered users and more than fifty completed assessments. These first applications confirm the operational readiness of the tool and provide valuable insights for further refinement and deployment across the project's pilot regions. A key feature of the RTJ Tool is its ability to generate insights at multiple levels. Individual participants receive personalized feedback on their regenerative tourism maturity, while project partners and pilot regions can analyze collective patterns and identify opportunities for capability building, stakeholder engagement, and strategic action planning. Professor Sirmakessis also outlined the next phase of development, which focuses on wider implementation of the tool within the six pilot destinations of the Regenera4MED project. Future work will include the automation of analytical processes, the generation of actionable recommendations for destination management organizations (DMOs) and other stakeholders, and the development of community-building and networking functionalities that will strengthen collaboration among participants. The presentation generated significant interest among project partners, who discussed opportunities to further enhance the tool's analytical capabilities and its potential contribution to supporting regenerative tourism policies and practices throughout the Mediterranean region. The Regenera4MED project continues to advance innovative approaches that empower destinations and stakeholders to embrace regenerative tourism principles, fostering more resilient, sustainable, and community-centered tourism ecosystems across the Mediterranean. About Regenera4MED Regenera4MED is a European cooperation project that promotes regenerative tourism approaches across Mediterranean destinations. Through collaborative pilot actions, innovative tools, and stakeholder engagement activities, the project aims to support tourism ecosystems in creating positive environmental, social, cultural, and economic impacts for local communities and future generations.

Two days of intense meeting on Regenerative Tourism in Spotorno starts today. Spiros Sirmakessis and Marios Katsis are in Italy for the Regenera4MED meeting. Regenera4MED is an EU-funded Interreg Euro-MED project designed to shift Mediterranean tourism beyond traditional sustainability into regenerative tourism. Running from April 2025 to December 2027, the project aims to restore ecosystems, support local communities, and preserve cultural heritage.Two days of intense meeting on Regenerative Tourism in Spotorno starts today. Spiros Sirmakessis and Marios Katsis are in Italy for the Regenera4MED meeting. Regenera4MED is an EU-funded Interreg Euro-MED project designed to shift Mediterranean tourism beyond traditional sustainability into regenerative tourism. Running from April 2025 to December 2027, the project aims to restore ecosystems, support local communities, and preserve cultural heritage.

GenAISA webinar: From Prompts to AI Agents: Project Planning. The session showed a practical example of how AI can help transform an initial business idea into a structured, executable project plan inside Businessmap. Here is a brief overview of what the session covered: -How AI can help transform a simple business idea into a structured project plan -How context discovery improves the quality of AI-generated project planning -How project phases, tasks, and subtasks can be created and refined -How Businessmap can support execution once the plan is ready -How AI agents can assist with setup, monitoring, and future project replanning You can watch the session recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMWUFt1XbUo You can also register for the free GenAISA Prompt Engineering course here: Course: Prompt Engineering | GENAISA Access key: EarlyAccessPE06-26 Please note that the key is valid until June 15, 2026. If you do not receive the verification email, please check your Spam/Junk folder. We would also appreciate your feedback on the session and the topic, even if you could not attend live: https://forms.gle/WJeK39TNQnAFniay7 eBusiness Lab is a partner in GenAISA projectGenAISA webinar: From Prompts to AI Agents: Project Planning. The session showed a practical example of how AI can help transform an initial business idea into a structured, executable project plan inside Businessmap. Here is a brief overview of what the session covered: -How AI can help transform a simple business idea into a structured project plan -How context discovery improves the quality of AI-generated project planning -How project phases, tasks, and subtasks can be created and refined -How Businessmap can support execution once the plan is ready -How AI agents can assist with setup, monitoring, and future project replanning You can watch the session recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMWUFt1XbUo You can also register for the free GenAISA Prompt Engineering course here: Course: Prompt Engineering | GENAISA Access key: EarlyAccessPE06-26 Please note that the key is valid until June 15, 2026. If you do not receive the verification email, please check your Spam/Junk folder. We would also appreciate your feedback on the session and the topic, even if you could not attend live: https://forms.gle/WJeK39TNQnAFniay7 eBusiness Lab is a partner in GenAISA project

Tech4Impact Partners Advance Social Entrepreneurship Education through Online Consortium Meeting The partners of the European project Tech4Impact – Empowering Technical Minds in the Entrepreneurship of the Industrial Sector of Proximity and Social Economy successfully held their latest online consortium meeting, bringing together representatives from partner organizations across Europe to review project progress and coordinate upcoming activities. The meeting focused on advancing the project's mission to strengthen the connection between technical education, digital innovation, and social entrepreneurship, enabling future graduates and professionals to create innovative solutions with a positive societal impact. Progress in Project Implementation During the meeting, partners reviewed the progress achieved across the project's work packages and discussed the next steps for implementation. Significant milestones have already been completed, including the Project Management Handbook, the Evaluation and Quality Monitoring Action Plan, the Data Management Plan, the Risk Management Plan, and the Communication and Dissemination Plan. The consortium also examined the current status of the project's Needs Assessment and Skills Gap Analysis (WP2), which aims to identify the skills and competencies required for social entrepreneurship among technical students in fields such as ICT, Artificial Intelligence, and Deep Technologies. Identifying the Skills of Future Social Entrepreneurs A central topic of discussion was the analysis of existing educational offerings and the identification of skills gaps related to social entrepreneurship. Partners reviewed the methodology for the state-of-the-art research and the mapping of training opportunities and skills needs across participating countries. The discussions highlighted an important question that will shape the project's future activities: Should education focus on preparing individuals to work within social enterprises, on supporting them to create their own social ventures, or on both? The outcomes of this analysis will directly contribute to the development of innovative curricula, training programmes, mentorship schemes, and micro-credentials tailored to the needs of future social entrepreneurs. Building Innovative Educational Tools Partners also discussed the next phase of the project, which includes the design and development of several innovative resources: -Recommendations for curriculum development and implementation; -Integration of micro-credentials into Higher Education and VET programmes; -Development of the Tech4Impact curriculum and training framework; -Creation of the Social Skills Passport, designed to help learners identify, validate, and showcase their social entrepreneurship competencies. These outputs aim to support learners, educators, and institutions in fostering entrepreneurial mindsets capable of addressing societal and environmental challenges through technology and innovation. Dissemination and Sustainability The consortium reviewed dissemination activities, including social media presence, website updates, collaboration with associated partners, and communication strategies designed to maximize the project's impact and reach. Partners reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring the long-term sustainability of project results and engaging Higher Education Institutions, VET providers, enterprises, and stakeholders from the social economy sector. Looking Ahead Over the next six months, the Tech4Impact consortium will focus on completing the recommendations for curriculum development, defining specifications for micro-credentials, designing the training framework, and developing the Social Skills Passport. These activities will lay the foundation for future pilot implementations and validation activities. By combining technology, entrepreneurship, and social innovation, Tech4Impact continues to contribute to the development of a new generation of professionals equipped to create sustainable and impactful solutions for society. eBusiness Lab is coordinating this project with Professor Spiros Sirmakessis For more information about the project, visit: https://tech4impact.eu/Tech4Impact Partners Advance Social Entrepreneurship Education through Online Consortium Meeting The partners of the European project Tech4Impact – Empowering Technical Minds in the Entrepreneurship of the Industrial Sector of Proximity and Social Economy successfully held their latest online consortium meeting, bringing together representatives from partner organizations across Europe to review project progress and coordinate upcoming activities. The meeting focused on advancing the project's mission to strengthen the connection between technical education, digital innovation, and social entrepreneurship, enabling future graduates and professionals to create innovative solutions with a positive societal impact. Progress in Project Implementation During the meeting, partners reviewed the progress achieved across the project's work packages and discussed the next steps for implementation. Significant milestones have already been completed, including the Project Management Handbook, the Evaluation and Quality Monitoring Action Plan, the Data Management Plan, the Risk Management Plan, and the Communication and Dissemination Plan. The consortium also examined the current status of the project's Needs Assessment and Skills Gap Analysis (WP2), which aims to identify the skills and competencies required for social entrepreneurship among technical students in fields such as ICT, Artificial Intelligence, and Deep Technologies. Identifying the Skills of Future Social Entrepreneurs A central topic of discussion was the analysis of existing educational offerings and the identification of skills gaps related to social entrepreneurship. Partners reviewed the methodology for the state-of-the-art research and the mapping of training opportunities and skills needs across participating countries. The discussions highlighted an important question that will shape the project's future activities: Should education focus on preparing individuals to work within social enterprises, on supporting them to create their own social ventures, or on both? The outcomes of this analysis will directly contribute to the development of innovative curricula, training programmes, mentorship schemes, and micro-credentials tailored to the needs of future social entrepreneurs. Building Innovative Educational Tools Partners also discussed the next phase of the project, which includes the design and development of several innovative resources: -Recommendations for curriculum development and implementation; -Integration of micro-credentials into Higher Education and VET programmes; -Development of the Tech4Impact curriculum and training framework; -Creation of the Social Skills Passport, designed to help learners identify, validate, and showcase their social entrepreneurship competencies. These outputs aim to support learners, educators, and institutions in fostering entrepreneurial mindsets capable of addressing societal and environmental challenges through technology and innovation. Dissemination and Sustainability The consortium reviewed dissemination activities, including social media presence, website updates, collaboration with associated partners, and communication strategies designed to maximize the project's impact and reach. Partners reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring the long-term sustainability of project results and engaging Higher Education Institutions, VET providers, enterprises, and stakeholders from the social economy sector. Looking Ahead Over the next six months, the Tech4Impact consortium will focus on completing the recommendations for curriculum development, defining specifications for micro-credentials, designing the training framework, and developing the Social Skills Passport. These activities will lay the foundation for future pilot implementations and validation activities. By combining technology, entrepreneurship, and social innovation, Tech4Impact continues to contribute to the development of a new generation of professionals equipped to create sustainable and impactful solutions for society. eBusiness Lab is coordinating this project with Professor Spiros Sirmakessis For more information about the project, visit: https://tech4impact.eu/

Exploring Industry 4.0 at CAL-TEK C4T partners took advantage of their visit in University of Calabria. The second part of the visit was dedicated to an extensive tour and live demonstration at CAL-TEK, the advanced technological infrastructure of the University of Calabria focused on Industry 4.0 technologies, smart manufacturing, automation, and digital innovation. Participants had the opportunity to observe first-hand how emerging technologies are being applied in modern industrial environments through a series of demonstrations and laboratory visits. The CAL-TEK team presented innovative solutions and research activities related to: • Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0, • Digital Twins, • Internet of Things (IoT), • Artificial Intelligence applications, • Robotics and Automation, • Cyber-Physical Systems, • Predictive Maintenance, • Advanced Sensors and Data Analytics, • Human-Machine Interaction technologies. The demonstrations showcased how these technologies can support companies in increasing productivity, improving quality control, reducing operational costs, and accelerating their digital transformation journey. Particular interest was generated by the practical examples illustrating how SMEs can adopt advanced technologies without requiring large-scale investments, an aspect that directly connects with the objectives of the C4T project and the needs identified among enterprises participating in the project’s pilot activities. The visit also demonstrated the critical role that research infrastructures can play in helping businesses test innovative solutions before deployment, reducing risks and facilitating technology adoption.Exploring Industry 4.0 at CAL-TEK C4T partners took advantage of their visit in University of Calabria. The second part of the visit was dedicated to an extensive tour and live demonstration at CAL-TEK, the advanced technological infrastructure of the University of Calabria focused on Industry 4.0 technologies, smart manufacturing, automation, and digital innovation. Participants had the opportunity to observe first-hand how emerging technologies are being applied in modern industrial environments through a series of demonstrations and laboratory visits. The CAL-TEK team presented innovative solutions and research activities related to: • Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0, • Digital Twins, • Internet of Things (IoT), • Artificial Intelligence applications, • Robotics and Automation, • Cyber-Physical Systems, • Predictive Maintenance, • Advanced Sensors and Data Analytics, • Human-Machine Interaction technologies. The demonstrations showcased how these technologies can support companies in increasing productivity, improving quality control, reducing operational costs, and accelerating their digital transformation journey. Particular interest was generated by the practical examples illustrating how SMEs can adopt advanced technologies without requiring large-scale investments, an aspect that directly connects with the objectives of the C4T project and the needs identified among enterprises participating in the project’s pilot activities. The visit also demonstrated the critical role that research infrastructures can play in helping businesses test innovative solutions before deployment, reducing risks and facilitating technology adoption.

C4T Consortium Visits the University of Calabria to Explore Technology Transfer, Innovation Ecosystems, and Industry 4.0 Solutions As part of the 3rd Transnational Meeting of the C4T – Companies4Tomorrow project, project partners visited the University of Calabria, one of Southern Italy’s leading centres for research, innovation, and technology transfer. The visit provided consortium members with a unique opportunity to explore successful models of collaboration between academia, research institutions, and enterprises, while identifying future opportunities for cooperation within the framework of the C4T initiative. The visit focused on two key pillars of the innovation ecosystem developed by the University of Calabria: the activities of TechNest, the university’s innovation and entrepreneurship hub, and the advanced technological infrastructure and laboratories of CAL-TEK, one of the most significant Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing facilities in the region. Strengthening Innovation through TechNest The consortium was welcomed by representatives of TechNest, the University of Calabria’s innovation and business creation hub, which supports entrepreneurship, technology transfer, startup creation, and the commercialization of research results. During the presentation, TechNest showcased its extensive activities in supporting innovative enterprises, facilitating university-industry collaboration, and creating favorable conditions for knowledge transfer and economic development. Particular emphasis was placed on the mechanisms through which research outcomes are transformed into market-ready products, services, and business ventures. The discussion generated significant interest among C4T partners, as many of the methodologies implemented by TechNest align closely with the objectives of the C4T project, particularly regarding: • support for SMEs undergoing digital transformation, • entrepreneurship and innovation capacity building, • development of innovation ecosystems, • creation of collaborative networks between academia and industry, • and promotion of technology-based business opportunities. Representatives from TechNest also provided valuable suggestions for the future development of the C4T Cross-Border Hub, emphasizing the importance of establishing permanent cooperation channels between universities, chambers of commerce, research centres, innovation hubs, and SMEs operating across Greece and Italy. The exchange of experiences highlighted several opportunities for future collaboration, including the development of joint innovation support services, startup acceleration activities, digital skills programmes, and technology transfer initiatives capable of enhancing the competitiveness of enterprises in the cross-border area. eBusiness and UX Lab is leading the C4T ProjectC4T Consortium Visits the University of Calabria to Explore Technology Transfer, Innovation Ecosystems, and Industry 4.0 Solutions As part of the 3rd Transnational Meeting of the C4T – Companies4Tomorrow project, project partners visited the University of Calabria, one of Southern Italy’s leading centres for research, innovation, and technology transfer. The visit provided consortium members with a unique opportunity to explore successful models of collaboration between academia, research institutions, and enterprises, while identifying future opportunities for cooperation within the framework of the C4T initiative. The visit focused on two key pillars of the innovation ecosystem developed by the University of Calabria: the activities of TechNest, the university’s innovation and entrepreneurship hub, and the advanced technological infrastructure and laboratories of CAL-TEK, one of the most significant Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing facilities in the region. Strengthening Innovation through TechNest The consortium was welcomed by representatives of TechNest, the University of Calabria’s innovation and business creation hub, which supports entrepreneurship, technology transfer, startup creation, and the commercialization of research results. During the presentation, TechNest showcased its extensive activities in supporting innovative enterprises, facilitating university-industry collaboration, and creating favorable conditions for knowledge transfer and economic development. Particular emphasis was placed on the mechanisms through which research outcomes are transformed into market-ready products, services, and business ventures. The discussion generated significant interest among C4T partners, as many of the methodologies implemented by TechNest align closely with the objectives of the C4T project, particularly regarding: • support for SMEs undergoing digital transformation, • entrepreneurship and innovation capacity building, • development of innovation ecosystems, • creation of collaborative networks between academia and industry, • and promotion of technology-based business opportunities. Representatives from TechNest also provided valuable suggestions for the future development of the C4T Cross-Border Hub, emphasizing the importance of establishing permanent cooperation channels between universities, chambers of commerce, research centres, innovation hubs, and SMEs operating across Greece and Italy. The exchange of experiences highlighted several opportunities for future collaboration, including the development of joint innovation support services, startup acceleration activities, digital skills programmes, and technology transfer initiatives capable of enhancing the competitiveness of enterprises in the cross-border area. eBusiness and UX Lab is leading the C4T Project

Συμμετοχή της Ειρήνης Ιωαννίδου στο METACITIES Spring School 2026 Η Ειρήνη Ιωαννίδου συμμετέχει στο διεθνές METACITIES Spring School 2026, το οποίο διοργανώνεται διαδικτυακά από τις 27 έως τις 29 Μαΐου στο πλαίσιο του έργου METACITIES Excellence Hub in Southeastern Europe. Το Spring School απευθύνεται σε προπτυχιακούς, μεταπτυχιακούς και διδακτορικούς φοιτητές, καθώς και σε νέους αποφοίτους των πεδίων της Ηλεκτρολόγων Μηχανικών, Μηχανικών Υπολογιστών και συναφών επιστημονικών αντικειμένων, προσφέροντας ένα ολοκληρωμένο πρόγραμμα εκπαίδευσης σε σύγχρονες τεχνολογίες, την καινοτομία και την επιχειρηματικότητα. Το τριήμερο πρόγραμμα περιλαμβάνει εξειδικευμένες διαλέξεις και εργαστήρια σε τομείς αιχμής, όπως η Τεχνητή Νοημοσύνη, η Εικονική και Επαυξημένη Πραγματικότητα (VR/XR), η Κυβερνοασφάλεια, τα Δίκτυα 5G και τα Ψηφιακά Δίδυμα (Digital Twins), καθώς και θεματικές ενότητες που αφορούν την καινοτομία, τη διανοητική ιδιοκτησία και την αξιοποίηση των ερευνητικών αποτελεσμάτων. Η συμμετοχή στο METACITIES Spring School αποτελεί μια σημαντική ευκαιρία για την απόκτηση εξειδικευμένων γνώσεων, την επαφή με διεθνείς ερευνητές και εμπειρογνώμονες, καθώς και την ενίσχυση των δεξιοτήτων που απαιτούνται για τη σύνδεση της έρευνας με την καινοτομία και την επιχειρηματική ανάπτυξη.

Με επιτυχία ολοκληρώθηκε το Summer School «Regional Tech Waves: Robotics, AI & XR» Το Τμήμα Ηλεκτρολόγων Μηχανικών και Μηχανικών Υπολογιστών της Πολυτεχνικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου πραγματοποίησε με απόλυτη επιτυχία το Summer School «Regional Tech Waves: Robotics, AI & XR», το οποίο διεξήχθη από τις 19 έως τις 21 Μαΐου 2026. Η εκδήλωση φιλοξενήθηκε στο πλαίσιο των Educational Activities του συνεδρίου Regional Growth Conference, στο Συνεδριακό και Πολιτιστικό Κέντρο του Πανεπιστημίου Πατρών. Ένα τριήμερο στην αιχμή της τεχνολογίας Το Summer School συγκέντρωσε 160 συμμετέχοντες — φοιτητές, αποφοίτους και ερευνητές — και πρόσφερε ένα εντατικό πρόγραμμα τριών ημερών με ομιλίες, παρουσιάσεις, workshops και demos από εξειδικευμένους φορείς και εταιρείες. Κάθε ημέρα αφιερώθηκε σε μία από τις τρεις κεντρικές θεματικές: Ρομποτική, Τεχνητή Νοημοσύνη και Εκτεταμένη (Επαυξημένη/Εικονική) Πραγματικότητα (XR), παρέχοντας στους συμμετέχοντες τόσο θεωρητικό υπόβαθρο όσο και πρακτική εμπειρία. Ιδιαίτερο ενδιαφέρον προκάλεσε η παρουσία κάποιων από τις μεγαλύτερες εταιρείες του κλάδου στην Ελλάδα και διεθνώς, καθώς και η παρουσίαση ενός σημαντικού ευρωπαϊκού ερευνητικού προγράμματος στον τομέα της Τεχνητής Νοημοσύνης, αναδεικνύοντας τις τρέχουσες τάσεις και τις προοπτικές του πεδίου σε ευρωπαϊκό επίπεδο. Διοργάνωση Το Summer School διοργανώθηκε από την ομάδα Ρομποτικής του τμήματος, UoP Robotics, σε συνεργασία με τον Καθηγητή Σπύρο Συρμακέση, Διευθυντή του eBusiness & UX Lab και Επιστημονικό Υπεύθυνο της εκδήλωσης, καθώς και με την κα. Ειρήνη Ιωαννίδου, Διδακτορική ερευνήτρια του Τμήματος και Ιδρύτρια & CEO της Vongrid. Για την εκδήλωση ο Καθ. Σπύρος Συρμακέσης, Επιστημονικός Υπεύθυνος δήλωσε «Ο στόχος μας ήταν να δημιουργήσουμε μια γέφυρα μεταξύ ακαδημαϊκής γνώσης και αγοράς εργασίας. Θέλαμε οι φοιτητές μας να έρθουν σε επαφή με πραγματικά projects, με ανθρώπους από τη βιομηχανία και με ευρωπαϊκές ερευνητικές πρωτοβουλίες — και αυτό ακριβώς επιτύχαμε.» Συνδέοντας την εκπαίδευση με την αγορά Το «Regional Tech Waves» αποτελεί χαρακτηριστικό παράδειγμα της στρατηγικής του Τμήματος ΗΜΜΥ να διοργανώνει δράσεις που εκτείνονται πέρα από τα τυπικά όρια της ακαδημαϊκής εκπαίδευσης. Μέσα από την άμεση επαφή με επαγγελματίες του κλάδου και την έκθεση σε τεχνολογίες αιχμής, οι φοιτητές αποκτούν ανταγωνιστικό πλεονέκτημα και ετοιμάζονται ουσιαστικά για τις απαιτήσεις της σύγχρονης αγοράς εργασίας. Η εκδήλωση αυτή επιβεβαιώνει τη δέσμευση του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου για έναν ενεργό ρόλο στην τεχνολογική ανάπτυξη της περιφέρειας, συνδυάζοντας ακαδημαϊκή αριστεία, ερευνητική δραστηριότητα και σύνδεση με το παραγωγικό οικοσύστημα.Με επιτυχία ολοκληρώθηκε το Summer School «Regional Tech Waves: Robotics, AI & XR» Το Τμήμα Ηλεκτρολόγων Μηχανικών και Μηχανικών Υπολογιστών της Πολυτεχνικής Σχολής του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου πραγματοποίησε με απόλυτη επιτυχία το Summer School «Regional Tech Waves: Robotics, AI & XR», το οποίο διεξήχθη από τις 19 έως τις 21 Μαΐου 2026. Η εκδήλωση φιλοξενήθηκε στο πλαίσιο των Educational Activities του συνεδρίου Regional Growth Conference, στο Συνεδριακό και Πολιτιστικό Κέντρο του Πανεπιστημίου Πατρών. Ένα τριήμερο στην αιχμή της τεχνολογίας Το Summer School συγκέντρωσε 160 συμμετέχοντες — φοιτητές, αποφοίτους και ερευνητές — και πρόσφερε ένα εντατικό πρόγραμμα τριών ημερών με ομιλίες, παρουσιάσεις, workshops και demos από εξειδικευμένους φορείς και εταιρείες. Κάθε ημέρα αφιερώθηκε σε μία από τις τρεις κεντρικές θεματικές: Ρομποτική, Τεχνητή Νοημοσύνη και Εκτεταμένη (Επαυξημένη/Εικονική) Πραγματικότητα (XR), παρέχοντας στους συμμετέχοντες τόσο θεωρητικό υπόβαθρο όσο και πρακτική εμπειρία. Ιδιαίτερο ενδιαφέρον προκάλεσε η παρουσία κάποιων από τις μεγαλύτερες εταιρείες του κλάδου στην Ελλάδα και διεθνώς, καθώς και η παρουσίαση ενός σημαντικού ευρωπαϊκού ερευνητικού προγράμματος στον τομέα της Τεχνητής Νοημοσύνης, αναδεικνύοντας τις τρέχουσες τάσεις και τις προοπτικές του πεδίου σε ευρωπαϊκό επίπεδο. Διοργάνωση Το Summer School διοργανώθηκε από την ομάδα Ρομποτικής του τμήματος, UoP Robotics, σε συνεργασία με τον Καθηγητή Σπύρο Συρμακέση, Διευθυντή του eBusiness & UX Lab και Επιστημονικό Υπεύθυνο της εκδήλωσης, καθώς και με την κα. Ειρήνη Ιωαννίδου, Διδακτορική ερευνήτρια του Τμήματος και Ιδρύτρια & CEO της Vongrid. Για την εκδήλωση ο Καθ. Σπύρος Συρμακέσης, Επιστημονικός Υπεύθυνος δήλωσε «Ο στόχος μας ήταν να δημιουργήσουμε μια γέφυρα μεταξύ ακαδημαϊκής γνώσης και αγοράς εργασίας. Θέλαμε οι φοιτητές μας να έρθουν σε επαφή με πραγματικά projects, με ανθρώπους από τη βιομηχανία και με ευρωπαϊκές ερευνητικές πρωτοβουλίες — και αυτό ακριβώς επιτύχαμε.» Συνδέοντας την εκπαίδευση με την αγορά Το «Regional Tech Waves» αποτελεί χαρακτηριστικό παράδειγμα της στρατηγικής του Τμήματος ΗΜΜΥ να διοργανώνει δράσεις που εκτείνονται πέρα από τα τυπικά όρια της ακαδημαϊκής εκπαίδευσης. Μέσα από την άμεση επαφή με επαγγελματίες του κλάδου και την έκθεση σε τεχνολογίες αιχμής, οι φοιτητές αποκτούν ανταγωνιστικό πλεονέκτημα και ετοιμάζονται ουσιαστικά για τις απαιτήσεις της σύγχρονης αγοράς εργασίας. Η εκδήλωση αυτή επιβεβαιώνει τη δέσμευση του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου για έναν ενεργό ρόλο στην τεχνολογική ανάπτυξη της περιφέρειας, συνδυάζοντας ακαδημαϊκή αριστεία, ερευνητική δραστηριότητα και σύνδεση με το παραγωγικό οικοσύστημα.

Παρουσίαση των αποτελεσμάτων του έργου SOILMet στο Regional Growth Conference 2026 Με ιδιαίτερη επιτυχία παρουσιάστηκαν τα αποτελέσματα του έργου SOILMet στο πλαίσιο του Regional Growth Conference, το οποίο πραγματοποιήθηκε στην Πάτρα, συγκεντρώνοντας εκπροσώπους της ακαδημαϊκής κοινότητας, της τοπικής αυτοδιοίκησης, επιχειρήσεων και φορέων καινοτομίας. Η εκδήλωση είχε εκπαιδευτικό και ενημερωτικό χαρακτήρα και αποτέλεσε μια σημαντική ευκαιρία διάχυσης της γνώσης και των αποτελεσμάτων του έργου προς το ευρύ κοινό και τους εμπλεκόμενους φορείς. Κατά τη διάρκεια των παρουσιάσεων αναδείχθηκαν οι βασικοί στόχοι, οι δράσεις και τα καινοτόμα αποτελέσματα του έργου SOILMet, καθώς και η συμβολή του στην προώθηση σύγχρονων πρακτικών και τεχνολογικών λύσεων στον τομέα του. Στην εκδήλωση συμμετείχαν όλοι οι εταίροι του έργου, παρουσιάζοντας τις επιμέρους δράσεις και τα παραδοτέα που αναπτύχθηκαν κατά τη διάρκεια της υλοποίησής του. Παράλληλα, δόθηκε έμφαση στη σημασία της συνεργασίας μεταξύ ερευνητικών φορέων, επιχειρήσεων και οργανισμών για την ανάπτυξη και αξιοποίηση καινοτόμων εργαλείων και υπηρεσιών. Το κοινό είχε την ευκαιρία να ενημερωθεί αναλυτικά για τα αποτελέσματα του έργου, να ανταλλάξει απόψεις με τους συμμετέχοντες και να συζητήσει τις προοπτικές αξιοποίησης των αποτελεσμάτων σε πραγματικές συνθήκες εφαρμογής. Το έργο SOILMet συνεχίζει να συμβάλλει ενεργά στην προώθηση της καινοτομίας, της γνώσης και της βιώσιμης ανάπτυξης, ενισχύοντας τη διασύνδεση της έρευνας με τις ανάγκες της κοινωνίας και της αγοράς. Περισσότερες πληροφορίες για το έργο είναι διαθέσιμες στην επίσημη ιστοσελίδα: https://www.soilmet.gr/Παρουσίαση των αποτελεσμάτων του έργου SOILMet στο Regional Growth Conference 2026 Με ιδιαίτερη επιτυχία παρουσιάστηκαν τα αποτελέσματα του έργου SOILMet στο πλαίσιο του Regional Growth Conference, το οποίο πραγματοποιήθηκε στην Πάτρα, συγκεντρώνοντας εκπροσώπους της ακαδημαϊκής κοινότητας, της τοπικής αυτοδιοίκησης, επιχειρήσεων και φορέων καινοτομίας. Η εκδήλωση είχε εκπαιδευτικό και ενημερωτικό χαρακτήρα και αποτέλεσε μια σημαντική ευκαιρία διάχυσης της γνώσης και των αποτελεσμάτων του έργου προς το ευρύ κοινό και τους εμπλεκόμενους φορείς. Κατά τη διάρκεια των παρουσιάσεων αναδείχθηκαν οι βασικοί στόχοι, οι δράσεις και τα καινοτόμα αποτελέσματα του έργου SOILMet, καθώς και η συμβολή του στην προώθηση σύγχρονων πρακτικών και τεχνολογικών λύσεων στον τομέα του. Στην εκδήλωση συμμετείχαν όλοι οι εταίροι του έργου, παρουσιάζοντας τις επιμέρους δράσεις και τα παραδοτέα που αναπτύχθηκαν κατά τη διάρκεια της υλοποίησής του. Παράλληλα, δόθηκε έμφαση στη σημασία της συνεργασίας μεταξύ ερευνητικών φορέων, επιχειρήσεων και οργανισμών για την ανάπτυξη και αξιοποίηση καινοτόμων εργαλείων και υπηρεσιών. Το κοινό είχε την ευκαιρία να ενημερωθεί αναλυτικά για τα αποτελέσματα του έργου, να ανταλλάξει απόψεις με τους συμμετέχοντες και να συζητήσει τις προοπτικές αξιοποίησης των αποτελεσμάτων σε πραγματικές συνθήκες εφαρμογής. Το έργο SOILMet συνεχίζει να συμβάλλει ενεργά στην προώθηση της καινοτομίας, της γνώσης και της βιώσιμης ανάπτυξης, ενισχύοντας τη διασύνδεση της έρευνας με τις ανάγκες της κοινωνίας και της αγοράς. Περισσότερες πληροφορίες για το έργο είναι διαθέσιμες στην επίσημη ιστοσελίδα: https://www.soilmet.gr/

C4T Consortium Visits Callipo Group to Explore Industry 4.0 Opportunities for SMEs in Southern Italy As part of the Transnational Meeting of the C4T – Companies4Tomorrow project, project partners carried out an important study visit to Callipo Group in Maierato, Calabria, Italy, aiming to strengthen knowledge exchange and gain practical insights into digital transformation and Industry 4.0 implementation within the agri-food and manufacturing sector. The visit took place during the second day of the consortium meeting and formed part of the project’s activities focused on smart manufacturing, innovation ecosystems, and technology transfer for SMEs operating in the Mediterranean region. The C4T consortium had the opportunity to visit the facilities of one of Italy’s most recognized tuna production and export companies, internationally known for its high-quality products and strong export orientation. During the visit, participants were introduced to the company’s production processes, logistics operations, quality control systems, and supply chain management practices, gaining first-hand experience of how advanced technologies and digital tools are increasingly integrated into industrial environments. Special attention was given to the role of automation, digital monitoring systems, traceability mechanisms, and e-commerce logistics in supporting competitiveness and operational efficiency in the food production sector. The visit provided valuable examples of how Industry 4.0 approaches can enhance productivity, sustainability, and international market positioning for SMEs and industrial enterprises. The consortium highlighted that Calabria, although neighbouring the eligible area of the Interreg Greece–Italy Programme, represents a highly relevant ecosystem for observing industrial innovation practices and identifying opportunities for cross-border cooperation and knowledge transfer. The experience offered an important perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by enterprises in Southern Italy in adapting to digital transformation processes. A key objective of the visit was to better understand the technological needs of enterprises operating in the wider Mediterranean area and to identify potential Industry 4.0 actions capable of supporting SMEs through digital capacity building, workforce upskilling, smart manufacturing methodologies, and innovation-driven business models. The study visit also enabled project partners to discuss how the tools, methodologies, and services developed within the C4T project can contribute to supporting enterprises in their digital transition. Particular emphasis was placed on the role of Living Labs, innovation hubs, and collaborative ecosystems connecting universities, research centres, chambers of commerce, and businesses. The C4T consortium expressed its sincere appreciation to the management and staff of Callipo Group for their warm hospitality, openness, and valuable insights shared during the visit. The experience significantly contributed to the project’s mission of promoting sustainable and smart digital transformation strategies for SMEs across Greece and Italy. The C4T project continues to strengthen cross-border cooperation by fostering innovation, enhancing digital capacities, and supporting the transition of SMEs toward Industry 4.0 and sustainable economic growth in the Mediterranean region. eBusiness Lab is leading the C4T ProjectC4T Consortium Visits Callipo Group to Explore Industry 4.0 Opportunities for SMEs in Southern Italy As part of the Transnational Meeting of the C4T – Companies4Tomorrow project, project partners carried out an important study visit to Callipo Group in Maierato, Calabria, Italy, aiming to strengthen knowledge exchange and gain practical insights into digital transformation and Industry 4.0 implementation within the agri-food and manufacturing sector. The visit took place during the second day of the consortium meeting and formed part of the project’s activities focused on smart manufacturing, innovation ecosystems, and technology transfer for SMEs operating in the Mediterranean region. The C4T consortium had the opportunity to visit the facilities of one of Italy’s most recognized tuna production and export companies, internationally known for its high-quality products and strong export orientation. During the visit, participants were introduced to the company’s production processes, logistics operations, quality control systems, and supply chain management practices, gaining first-hand experience of how advanced technologies and digital tools are increasingly integrated into industrial environments. Special attention was given to the role of automation, digital monitoring systems, traceability mechanisms, and e-commerce logistics in supporting competitiveness and operational efficiency in the food production sector. The visit provided valuable examples of how Industry 4.0 approaches can enhance productivity, sustainability, and international market positioning for SMEs and industrial enterprises. The consortium highlighted that Calabria, although neighbouring the eligible area of the Interreg Greece–Italy Programme, represents a highly relevant ecosystem for observing industrial innovation practices and identifying opportunities for cross-border cooperation and knowledge transfer. The experience offered an important perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by enterprises in Southern Italy in adapting to digital transformation processes. A key objective of the visit was to better understand the technological needs of enterprises operating in the wider Mediterranean area and to identify potential Industry 4.0 actions capable of supporting SMEs through digital capacity building, workforce upskilling, smart manufacturing methodologies, and innovation-driven business models. The study visit also enabled project partners to discuss how the tools, methodologies, and services developed within the C4T project can contribute to supporting enterprises in their digital transition. Particular emphasis was placed on the role of Living Labs, innovation hubs, and collaborative ecosystems connecting universities, research centres, chambers of commerce, and businesses. The C4T consortium expressed its sincere appreciation to the management and staff of Callipo Group for their warm hospitality, openness, and valuable insights shared during the visit. The experience significantly contributed to the project’s mission of promoting sustainable and smart digital transformation strategies for SMEs across Greece and Italy. The C4T project continues to strengthen cross-border cooperation by fostering innovation, enhancing digital capacities, and supporting the transition of SMEs toward Industry 4.0 and sustainable economic growth in the Mediterranean region. eBusiness Lab is leading the C4T Project

International Spring School of the METACITIES Excellence Hub. From May 27–29, the international Spring School of the METACITIES Excellence Hub in Southeastern Europe will bring together undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students, as well as graduates in Electrical & Computer Engineering and related fields, for an intensive online learning experience focused on emerging technologies, innovation and entrepreneurship. Our member Irini Ioannidou will contibute in the sector with an one hour presentation on descibing the transition from Idea to VR Experience.International Spring School of the METACITIES Excellence Hub. From May 27–29, the international Spring School of the METACITIES Excellence Hub in Southeastern Europe will bring together undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students, as well as graduates in Electrical & Computer Engineering and related fields, for an intensive online learning experience focused on emerging technologies, innovation and entrepreneurship. Our member Irini Ioannidou will contibute in the sector with an one hour presentation on descibing the transition from Idea to VR Experience.

“Social Entrepreneurship and AI: A New Job Profile” Spiros Sirmakessis presented in the Regional Growth Conference in Patras, Greece the way emerging technologies and AI are transforming the landscape of social entrepreneurship and creating new hybrid professional roles that combine: ✔ Technical expertise ✔ Entrepreneurial thinking ✔ Social impact orientation ✔ Ethical and responsible AI adoption Two emerging profiles highlighted were: - Engineer in Social Economy - Prompt Social Entrepreneur The presentation emphasized the importance of empowering technical professionals to design sustainable and socially impactful solutions for modern societal challenges. The Tech4Impact initiative aims to bridge technology, innovation, and social economy by preparing a new generation of professionals capable of leveraging AI and digital tools for positive societal transformation. Thank you to the organizers and participants for the inspiring discussions and exchange of ideas. #Tech4Impact #SocialEntrepreneurship #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Innovation #SocialInnovation #DigitalTransformation #Entrepreneurship #ErasmusPlus #RegionalGrowthConference #UniversityOfPeloponnese“Social Entrepreneurship and AI: A New Job Profile” Spiros Sirmakessis presented in the Regional Growth Conference in Patras, Greece the way emerging technologies and AI are transforming the landscape of social entrepreneurship and creating new hybrid professional roles that combine: ✔ Technical expertise ✔ Entrepreneurial thinking ✔ Social impact orientation ✔ Ethical and responsible AI adoption Two emerging profiles highlighted were: - Engineer in Social Economy - Prompt Social Entrepreneur The presentation emphasized the importance of empowering technical professionals to design sustainable and socially impactful solutions for modern societal challenges. The Tech4Impact initiative aims to bridge technology, innovation, and social economy by preparing a new generation of professionals capable of leveraging AI and digital tools for positive societal transformation. Thank you to the organizers and participants for the inspiring discussions and exchange of ideas. #Tech4Impact #SocialEntrepreneurship #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Innovation #SocialInnovation #DigitalTransformation #Entrepreneurship #ErasmusPlus #RegionalGrowthConference #UniversityOfPeloponnese

C4T Partners Advance Strategic Cooperation and Digital Innovation Roadmap During Technical Sessions in Calabria The afternoon sessions of the 2nd Transnational Meeting of the C4T – Companies4Tomorrow project, hosted by Unioncamere Calabria in Lamezia Terme, marked an important step forward in the implementation of the project’s strategic objectives for the digital transformation of SMEs across Greece and Italy. Following the successful public and stakeholder sessions held earlier in the day, project partners continued with a high-level technical and coordination meeting focused on project implementation, innovation methodologies, digital capacity building, and cross-border collaboration. The afternoon proceedings opened with the official Project Meeting and Steering Committee Session, reserved for project partners and dedicated to reviewing the state of implementation of all Work Packages, technical deliverables, financial reporting procedures, and coordination mechanisms. Particular emphasis was placed on ensuring the effective implementation of the C4T strategy for enhancing digital innovation capacities and reinforcing the innovation ecosystem for SMEs in the cross-border area. The University of Peloponnese, as Lead Partner of the project, presented the current status of project management activities, administrative coordination, financial reporting procedures, amendment rules, and next implementation milestones. Discussions focused on maintaining strong cooperation among partners and ensuring the timely delivery of project outcomes. Extensive presentations were delivered regarding the progress of the project’s communication and dissemination strategy, including the implementation of the Communication Plan and the development of promotional materials designed to strengthen stakeholder engagement and visibility of project results throughout the Mediterranean area. Significant attention was devoted to the strategic work being implemented under Work Package 3, focusing on the sustainable and smart digital transformation of SMEs. Representatives from the Chamber of Commerce of Foggia presented the progress achieved regarding data collection methodologies and policy mapping activities aimed at identifying best practices, strategies, and policy instruments supporting SME digital transformation. The Region of Western Greece presented the benchmarking activities and the development of the Transnational Plan, highlighting innovative approaches and technological solutions that can be replicated across participating territories to strengthen digital innovation capacities and address skills gaps among SMEs. A major focus of the meeting was the presentation by the University of Peloponnese concerning the design and deployment of the Cross-Border Framework for Digital Capacity Building and the implementation of the C4T Living Labs. Partners discussed the development of methodologies and tools for skills assessment, capacity building, and SME support, as well as the establishment of five pilot Living Labs across Greece and Italy under the framework of the C4T-Hub initiative. The technical meeting also included detailed updates regarding the development of the C4T digital innovation model and associated technological platforms, including: • the Taxonomy of SMEs Skills Platform, • the Adaptive Learning Management System (LMS), • and the HUB/Living Lab Platform. Additional discussions addressed the development of innovative training programmes and teaching-learning activities for SMEs, as well as the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of pilot actions supporting business innovation and technological transformation. Special emphasis was also placed on clustering activities and the enlargement of the C4T Cross-Border HUB through stakeholder engagement, exchange visits, and the generation of strategic directions for SME skills development. Project partners highlighted the importance of creating sustainable cooperation mechanisms capable of supporting long-term digital transformation and innovation ecosystems in the Mediterranean region. The afternoon sessions built upon the strong momentum generated during the morning public events, where institutional representatives and stakeholders exchanged views on the future of territorial cooperation, digital transformation, and Mediterranean innovation strategies. In this context, special recognition was given to the valuable contributions of: • Dr. Gianfranco Gadaleta, Joint Secretariat Coordinator, whose intervention on the future of territorial cooperation and the upcoming 2028–2033 programming period provided important strategic insights for the future sustainability and capitalization of the project, • Ms. Maristella Mantuano, Communication Officer of the Joint Secretariat, whose presentation on communication, participation, storytelling, and youth engagement highlighted innovative approaches for increasing stakeholder involvement and dissemination impact, • and Ms. Elena Giannopoulou, Project Officer of the C4T project, whose active participation and operational guidance significantly supported the coordination and implementation discussions throughout the meeting. The first day concluded with an open discussion among partners concerning next steps, future coordination activities, and preparation for upcoming project deliverables and meetings. Participants reaffirmed their common commitment to strengthening cross-border cooperation and promoting innovation-driven growth for SMEs through digital transformation initiatives and Industry 4.0 methodologies. The day closed with remarks and conclusions delivered by the University of Peloponnese, followed by a social networking dinner that further reinforced collaboration and partnership building among participating organizations from Greece and Italy.C4T Partners Advance Strategic Cooperation and Digital Innovation Roadmap During Technical Sessions in Calabria The afternoon sessions of the 2nd Transnational Meeting of the C4T – Companies4Tomorrow project, hosted by Unioncamere Calabria in Lamezia Terme, marked an important step forward in the implementation of the project’s strategic objectives for the digital transformation of SMEs across Greece and Italy. Following the successful public and stakeholder sessions held earlier in the day, project partners continued with a high-level technical and coordination meeting focused on project implementation, innovation methodologies, digital capacity building, and cross-border collaboration. The afternoon proceedings opened with the official Project Meeting and Steering Committee Session, reserved for project partners and dedicated to reviewing the state of implementation of all Work Packages, technical deliverables, financial reporting procedures, and coordination mechanisms. Particular emphasis was placed on ensuring the effective implementation of the C4T strategy for enhancing digital innovation capacities and reinforcing the innovation ecosystem for SMEs in the cross-border area. The University of Peloponnese, as Lead Partner of the project, presented the current status of project management activities, administrative coordination, financial reporting procedures, amendment rules, and next implementation milestones. Discussions focused on maintaining strong cooperation among partners and ensuring the timely delivery of project outcomes. Extensive presentations were delivered regarding the progress of the project’s communication and dissemination strategy, including the implementation of the Communication Plan and the development of promotional materials designed to strengthen stakeholder engagement and visibility of project results throughout the Mediterranean area. Significant attention was devoted to the strategic work being implemented under Work Package 3, focusing on the sustainable and smart digital transformation of SMEs. Representatives from the Chamber of Commerce of Foggia presented the progress achieved regarding data collection methodologies and policy mapping activities aimed at identifying best practices, strategies, and policy instruments supporting SME digital transformation. The Region of Western Greece presented the benchmarking activities and the development of the Transnational Plan, highlighting innovative approaches and technological solutions that can be replicated across participating territories to strengthen digital innovation capacities and address skills gaps among SMEs. A major focus of the meeting was the presentation by the University of Peloponnese concerning the design and deployment of the Cross-Border Framework for Digital Capacity Building and the implementation of the C4T Living Labs. Partners discussed the development of methodologies and tools for skills assessment, capacity building, and SME support, as well as the establishment of five pilot Living Labs across Greece and Italy under the framework of the C4T-Hub initiative. The technical meeting also included detailed updates regarding the development of the C4T digital innovation model and associated technological platforms, including: • the Taxonomy of SMEs Skills Platform, • the Adaptive Learning Management System (LMS), • and the HUB/Living Lab Platform. Additional discussions addressed the development of innovative training programmes and teaching-learning activities for SMEs, as well as the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of pilot actions supporting business innovation and technological transformation. Special emphasis was also placed on clustering activities and the enlargement of the C4T Cross-Border HUB through stakeholder engagement, exchange visits, and the generation of strategic directions for SME skills development. Project partners highlighted the importance of creating sustainable cooperation mechanisms capable of supporting long-term digital transformation and innovation ecosystems in the Mediterranean region. The afternoon sessions built upon the strong momentum generated during the morning public events, where institutional representatives and stakeholders exchanged views on the future of territorial cooperation, digital transformation, and Mediterranean innovation strategies. In this context, special recognition was given to the valuable contributions of: • Dr. Gianfranco Gadaleta, Joint Secretariat Coordinator, whose intervention on the future of territorial cooperation and the upcoming 2028–2033 programming period provided important strategic insights for the future sustainability and capitalization of the project, • Ms. Maristella Mantuano, Communication Officer of the Joint Secretariat, whose presentation on communication, participation, storytelling, and youth engagement highlighted innovative approaches for increasing stakeholder involvement and dissemination impact, • and Ms. Elena Giannopoulou, Project Officer of the C4T project, whose active participation and operational guidance significantly supported the coordination and implementation discussions throughout the meeting. The first day concluded with an open discussion among partners concerning next steps, future coordination activities, and preparation for upcoming project deliverables and meetings. Participants reaffirmed their common commitment to strengthening cross-border cooperation and promoting innovation-driven growth for SMEs through digital transformation initiatives and Industry 4.0 methodologies. The day closed with remarks and conclusions delivered by the University of Peloponnese, followed by a social networking dinner that further reinforced collaboration and partnership building among participating organizations from Greece and Italy.

Ενίσχυση της Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας και της Καινοτομίας μέσω Διεθνών Συνεργασιών Την Πέμπτη 07 Μαΐου 2026, στο πλαίσιο της επίσκεψης του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου στην Πορτογαλία, πραγματοποιήθηκε συνάντηση στο TTC@ULisboa — Technology Transfer and Knowledge Enhancement Centre του Universidade de Lisboa. Η συνάντηση επικεντρώθηκε σε θέματα διαχείρισης διανοητικής ιδιοκτησίας (IP management), commercialization και ανάπτυξης σύγχρονων μηχανισμών μεταφοράς τεχνολογίας, με στόχο την αποτελεσματικότερη αξιοποίηση της πανεπιστημιακής έρευνας και καινοτομίας. Ο Καθηγητής Spiros Sirmakessis, εκπροσωπώντας το Γραφείο Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας και Καινοτομίας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου, συμμετείχε σε ουσιαστικές συζητήσεις και ανταλλαγή τεχνογνωσίας σχετικά με τις στρατηγικές commercialization και τη λειτουργία προηγμένων Technology Transfer Offices στην Ευρώπη. Κατά τη διάρκεια της συνάντησης παρουσιάστηκαν: 🔹 Η οργανωτική δομή και το innovation ecosystem του TTC@ULisboa 🔹 Διαδικασίες διαχείρισης διανοητικής ιδιοκτησίας και ownership models 🔹 Η διαδικασία invention disclosure και αξιοποίησης ερευνητικών αποτελεσμάτων 🔹 Licensing και commercialization pathways 🔹 Δράσεις υποστήριξης spin-offs και startups 🔹 Ψηφιακά εργαλεία CRM, IP management και matchmaking 🔹 KPIs και δείκτες μέτρησης αντικτύπου για TTOs 🔹 Επιτυχημένα παραδείγματα commercialization και αξιοποίησης τεχνολογιών 🔹 Προκλήσεις που σχετίζονται με bureaucracy, researcher engagement και funding gaps Ιδιαίτερη έμφαση δόθηκε στη σημασία ύπαρξης σαφών και οργανωμένων διαδικασιών IP management, καθώς και στη χρήση ψηφιακών εργαλείων και KPIs για την αποτελεσματική λειτουργία ενός σύγχρονου Γραφείου Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας. Παράλληλα, αναδείχθηκε ο κρίσιμος ρόλος της ενεργής υποστήριξης spin-offs, licensing και startup ομάδων ως βασικών πυλώνων αξιοποίησης της πανεπιστημιακής έρευνας και δημιουργίας καινοτόμων επιχειρηματικών δραστηριοτήτων. Η συνάντηση αποτέλεσε μια ιδιαίτερα σημαντική ευκαιρία ανταλλαγής εμπειριών και καλών πρακτικών, ενισχύοντας τη διεθνή δικτύωση και τις προοπτικές συνεργασίας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου στον τομέα της καινοτομίας και της μεταφοράς τεχνολογίας. #UniversityOfPeloponnese #TechnologyTransfer #Innovation #Commercialization #IPManagement #ResearchImpact #Startups #SpinOffs #KnowledgeTransfer #TTO #ULisboa #Research #InnovationEcosystem #SpirosSirmakessisΕνίσχυση της Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας και της Καινοτομίας μέσω Διεθνών Συνεργασιών Την Πέμπτη 07 Μαΐου 2026, στο πλαίσιο της επίσκεψης του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου στην Πορτογαλία, πραγματοποιήθηκε συνάντηση στο TTC@ULisboa — Technology Transfer and Knowledge Enhancement Centre του Universidade de Lisboa. Η συνάντηση επικεντρώθηκε σε θέματα διαχείρισης διανοητικής ιδιοκτησίας (IP management), commercialization και ανάπτυξης σύγχρονων μηχανισμών μεταφοράς τεχνολογίας, με στόχο την αποτελεσματικότερη αξιοποίηση της πανεπιστημιακής έρευνας και καινοτομίας. Ο Καθηγητής Spiros Sirmakessis, εκπροσωπώντας το Γραφείο Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας και Καινοτομίας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου, συμμετείχε σε ουσιαστικές συζητήσεις και ανταλλαγή τεχνογνωσίας σχετικά με τις στρατηγικές commercialization και τη λειτουργία προηγμένων Technology Transfer Offices στην Ευρώπη. Κατά τη διάρκεια της συνάντησης παρουσιάστηκαν: 🔹 Η οργανωτική δομή και το innovation ecosystem του TTC@ULisboa 🔹 Διαδικασίες διαχείρισης διανοητικής ιδιοκτησίας και ownership models 🔹 Η διαδικασία invention disclosure και αξιοποίησης ερευνητικών αποτελεσμάτων 🔹 Licensing και commercialization pathways 🔹 Δράσεις υποστήριξης spin-offs και startups 🔹 Ψηφιακά εργαλεία CRM, IP management και matchmaking 🔹 KPIs και δείκτες μέτρησης αντικτύπου για TTOs 🔹 Επιτυχημένα παραδείγματα commercialization και αξιοποίησης τεχνολογιών 🔹 Προκλήσεις που σχετίζονται με bureaucracy, researcher engagement και funding gaps Ιδιαίτερη έμφαση δόθηκε στη σημασία ύπαρξης σαφών και οργανωμένων διαδικασιών IP management, καθώς και στη χρήση ψηφιακών εργαλείων και KPIs για την αποτελεσματική λειτουργία ενός σύγχρονου Γραφείου Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας. Παράλληλα, αναδείχθηκε ο κρίσιμος ρόλος της ενεργής υποστήριξης spin-offs, licensing και startup ομάδων ως βασικών πυλώνων αξιοποίησης της πανεπιστημιακής έρευνας και δημιουργίας καινοτόμων επιχειρηματικών δραστηριοτήτων. Η συνάντηση αποτέλεσε μια ιδιαίτερα σημαντική ευκαιρία ανταλλαγής εμπειριών και καλών πρακτικών, ενισχύοντας τη διεθνή δικτύωση και τις προοπτικές συνεργασίας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου στον τομέα της καινοτομίας και της μεταφοράς τεχνολογίας. #UniversityOfPeloponnese #TechnologyTransfer #Innovation #Commercialization #IPManagement #ResearchImpact #Startups #SpinOffs #KnowledgeTransfer #TTO #ULisboa #Research #InnovationEcosystem #SpirosSirmakessis

Διεθνής Δικτύωση και Ανταλλαγή Τεχνογνωσίας για το Γραφείο Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου Την Τρίτη 05 Μαΐου 2026, στο πλαίσιο της εκπαιδευτικής και δικτυωτικής επίσκεψης του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου στην Πορτογαλία, πραγματοποιήθηκε συνάντηση στο INOPOL Entrepreneurship Academy του Polytechnic of Coimbra, με αντικείμενο την επιχειρηματικότητα, τη μεταφορά τεχνολογίας και την υποστήριξη νεοφυών επιχειρήσεων. Ο Καθηγητής Spiros Sirmakessis, εκπροσωπώντας το Γραφείο Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας και Καινοτομίας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου, συμμετείχε σε συζητήσεις υψηλού επιπέδου σχετικά με τη σύνδεση της ακαδημαϊκής κοινότητας με το οικοσύστημα καινοτομίας και επιχειρηματικότητας. Κατά τη διάρκεια της συνάντησης παρουσιάστηκαν: 🔹 Η δομή και ο ρόλος του INOPOL στο περιφερειακό οικοσύστημα καινοτομίας 🔹 Υπηρεσίες υποστήριξης startups και incubators 🔹 Προγράμματα mentoring, acceleration και πρόσβασης σε χρηματοδότηση 🔹 Δράσεις ενίσχυσης της φοιτητικής και ερευνητικής επιχειρηματικότητας 🔹 Συνεργασίες με επιχειρήσεις, δήμους και περιφερειακούς φορείς 🔹 Καλές πρακτικές μεταφοράς γνώσης και κινητικότητας startups και φοιτητών Ιδιαίτερο ενδιαφέρον παρουσίασε ο τρόπος με τον οποίο η επιχειρηματικότητα ενσωματώνεται ενεργά στην εκπαιδευτική διαδικασία, ενισχύοντας τη συμμετοχή φοιτητών και ερευνητών σε δράσεις καινοτομίας και ανάπτυξης νέων επιχειρηματικών ιδεών. Παράλληλα, αναδείχθηκε η σημασία των incubators και acceleration structures στην ωρίμανση startups, καθώς και ο κρίσιμος ρόλος της συνεργασίας πανεπιστημίων, επιχειρήσεων και τοπικής κοινωνίας για την περιφερειακή ανάπτυξη και τη δημιουργία βιώσιμων οικοσυστημάτων καινοτομίας. Η επίσκεψη αποτέλεσε σημαντική ευκαιρία ανταλλαγής εμπειριών και καλών πρακτικών, ενισχύοντας τις διεθνείς συνεργασίες και τη στρατηγική εξωστρέφειας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου στον τομέα της μεταφοράς τεχνολογίας και της καινοτομίας.Διεθνής Δικτύωση και Ανταλλαγή Τεχνογνωσίας για το Γραφείο Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου Την Τρίτη 05 Μαΐου 2026, στο πλαίσιο της εκπαιδευτικής και δικτυωτικής επίσκεψης του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου στην Πορτογαλία, πραγματοποιήθηκε συνάντηση στο INOPOL Entrepreneurship Academy του Polytechnic of Coimbra, με αντικείμενο την επιχειρηματικότητα, τη μεταφορά τεχνολογίας και την υποστήριξη νεοφυών επιχειρήσεων. Ο Καθηγητής Spiros Sirmakessis, εκπροσωπώντας το Γραφείο Μεταφοράς Τεχνολογίας και Καινοτομίας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου, συμμετείχε σε συζητήσεις υψηλού επιπέδου σχετικά με τη σύνδεση της ακαδημαϊκής κοινότητας με το οικοσύστημα καινοτομίας και επιχειρηματικότητας. Κατά τη διάρκεια της συνάντησης παρουσιάστηκαν: 🔹 Η δομή και ο ρόλος του INOPOL στο περιφερειακό οικοσύστημα καινοτομίας 🔹 Υπηρεσίες υποστήριξης startups και incubators 🔹 Προγράμματα mentoring, acceleration και πρόσβασης σε χρηματοδότηση 🔹 Δράσεις ενίσχυσης της φοιτητικής και ερευνητικής επιχειρηματικότητας 🔹 Συνεργασίες με επιχειρήσεις, δήμους και περιφερειακούς φορείς 🔹 Καλές πρακτικές μεταφοράς γνώσης και κινητικότητας startups και φοιτητών Ιδιαίτερο ενδιαφέρον παρουσίασε ο τρόπος με τον οποίο η επιχειρηματικότητα ενσωματώνεται ενεργά στην εκπαιδευτική διαδικασία, ενισχύοντας τη συμμετοχή φοιτητών και ερευνητών σε δράσεις καινοτομίας και ανάπτυξης νέων επιχειρηματικών ιδεών. Παράλληλα, αναδείχθηκε η σημασία των incubators και acceleration structures στην ωρίμανση startups, καθώς και ο κρίσιμος ρόλος της συνεργασίας πανεπιστημίων, επιχειρήσεων και τοπικής κοινωνίας για την περιφερειακή ανάπτυξη και τη δημιουργία βιώσιμων οικοσυστημάτων καινοτομίας. Η επίσκεψη αποτέλεσε σημαντική ευκαιρία ανταλλαγής εμπειριών και καλών πρακτικών, ενισχύοντας τις διεθνείς συνεργασίες και τη στρατηγική εξωστρέφειας του Πανεπιστημίου Πελοποννήσου στον τομέα της μεταφοράς τεχνολογίας και της καινοτομίας.

C4T Project Strengthens Cross-Border Cooperation for SMEs Digital Transformation During High-Level Meeting in Calabria The partners of the C4T – Companies4Tomorrow project gathered in Lamezia Terme on 14–15 May 2026 for the project’s Transnational Meeting, hosted by Unioncamere Calabria. The event brought together institutional representatives, universities, chambers of commerce, business associations, research centres, SMEs, and regional stakeholders from Greece and Italy to advance collaboration on sustainable and smart digital transformation initiatives for enterprises across the Mediterranean area. The first day of the meeting opened with a public session focused on strengthening cross-border synergies and enlarging the cooperation ecosystem supporting SMEs and Industry 4.0 innovation. Under the title “Digitalizing the Mediterranean: challenges and opportunities”, the event provided an important platform for dialogue among policy makers, academia, business support organisations, and innovation stakeholders. The public session addressed the capitalization of project results and the development of practical instruments capable of supporting the sustainable, smart, and economic digital transformation of SMEs through cooperation between enterprises, universities, and research centres. Representatives from the Interreg Greece–Italy Programme Joint Secretariat participated in the discussions, highlighting the strategic importance of territorial cooperation in the next European programming period. Opening remarks delivered by: • Dr. Pietro Alfredo Falbo, President of Unioncamere Calabria, • Dr. Antonio Montuoro, Councillor for International Cooperation for the Calabria Region. The technical sessions featured distinguished speakers from Greece and Italy, presenting strategic perspectives on digital innovation, territorial cooperation, and SME transformation: • Prof. Spiros Sirmakessis, Lead Partner from the University of Peloponnese, presented the vision of “Companies4Tomorrow builds Companies 4.0”. • Dr. Gianfranco Gadaleta, Joint Secretariat Coordinator, discussed the future of territorial cooperation during the 2028–2033 programming period. • Dr. Nicola Mayerà from the Calabria Region addressed regional innovation and investment perspectives. • Mr. Takis Papadopoulos, Deputy Regional Governor for Entrepreneurship, Research and Innovation of the Region of Western Greece, presented the DIGI-WEST initiative as an example of regional digital transformation strategy. Following the public event and networking activities, the meeting continued with the second session entitled “Stakeholder Meeting: Enlarging Cooperation Networks”, dedicated to strengthening collaboration between enterprises, universities, chambers of commerce, and research institutions operating in Italy and Greece. The stakeholder meeting identified concrete opportunities for expanding digital cooperation frameworks and developing future initiatives capable of supporting innovation ecosystems, workforce development, and technology transfer in the Mediterranean area. Discussions focused on improving the interaction between research institutions and business needs, enhancing digital capacities among SMEs, and generating new cross-border project opportunities. Participants in the stakeholder session included: • Unioncamere Calabria, • business associations, • the University of Calabria, • the University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, • the Mediterranea University of Reggio Calabria, • research centres, Among the keynote speakers: • Ms. Maristella Mantuano, Communication Officer of the Joint Secretariat, discussed communication strategies, storytelling techniques, and youth engagement opportunities. • Ms. Elena Giannopoulou, Project Officer of the C4T project, contributed with insights on project implementation and cooperation opportunities. Through initiatives such as the C4T project, Greece and Italy continue to strengthen their cooperation in fostering digital innovation capacities, supporting SMEs, and building sustainable cross-border ecosystems capable of addressing future technological and economic challenges.C4T Project Strengthens Cross-Border Cooperation for SMEs Digital Transformation During High-Level Meeting in Calabria The partners of the C4T – Companies4Tomorrow project gathered in Lamezia Terme on 14–15 May 2026 for the project’s Transnational Meeting, hosted by Unioncamere Calabria. The event brought together institutional representatives, universities, chambers of commerce, business associations, research centres, SMEs, and regional stakeholders from Greece and Italy to advance collaboration on sustainable and smart digital transformation initiatives for enterprises across the Mediterranean area. The first day of the meeting opened with a public session focused on strengthening cross-border synergies and enlarging the cooperation ecosystem supporting SMEs and Industry 4.0 innovation. Under the title “Digitalizing the Mediterranean: challenges and opportunities”, the event provided an important platform for dialogue among policy makers, academia, business support organisations, and innovation stakeholders. The public session addressed the capitalization of project results and the development of practical instruments capable of supporting the sustainable, smart, and economic digital transformation of SMEs through cooperation between enterprises, universities, and research centres. Representatives from the Interreg Greece–Italy Programme Joint Secretariat participated in the discussions, highlighting the strategic importance of territorial cooperation in the next European programming period. Opening remarks delivered by: • Dr. Pietro Alfredo Falbo, President of Unioncamere Calabria, • Dr. Antonio Montuoro, Councillor for International Cooperation for the Calabria Region. The technical sessions featured distinguished speakers from Greece and Italy, presenting strategic perspectives on digital innovation, territorial cooperation, and SME transformation: • Prof. Spiros Sirmakessis, Lead Partner from the University of Peloponnese, presented the vision of “Companies4Tomorrow builds Companies 4.0”. • Dr. Gianfranco Gadaleta, Joint Secretariat Coordinator, discussed the future of territorial cooperation during the 2028–2033 programming period. • Dr. Nicola Mayerà from the Calabria Region addressed regional innovation and investment perspectives. • Mr. Takis Papadopoulos, Deputy Regional Governor for Entrepreneurship, Research and Innovation of the Region of Western Greece, presented the DIGI-WEST initiative as an example of regional digital transformation strategy. Following the public event and networking activities, the meeting continued with the second session entitled “Stakeholder Meeting: Enlarging Cooperation Networks”, dedicated to strengthening collaboration between enterprises, universities, chambers of commerce, and research institutions operating in Italy and Greece. The stakeholder meeting identified concrete opportunities for expanding digital cooperation frameworks and developing future initiatives capable of supporting innovation ecosystems, workforce development, and technology transfer in the Mediterranean area. Discussions focused on improving the interaction between research institutions and business needs, enhancing digital capacities among SMEs, and generating new cross-border project opportunities. Participants in the stakeholder session included: • Unioncamere Calabria, • business associations, • the University of Calabria, • the University Magna Graecia of Catanzaro, • the Mediterranea University of Reggio Calabria, • research centres, Among the keynote speakers: • Ms. Maristella Mantuano, Communication Officer of the Joint Secretariat, discussed communication strategies, storytelling techniques, and youth engagement opportunities. • Ms. Elena Giannopoulou, Project Officer of the C4T project, contributed with insights on project implementation and cooperation opportunities. Through initiatives such as the C4T project, Greece and Italy continue to strengthen their cooperation in fostering digital innovation capacities, supporting SMEs, and building sustainable cross-border ecosystems capable of addressing future technological and economic challenges.

Ολοκληρώθηκε και το Workshop 4 — Eye Tracking and Advanced XR Interaction του e-Business and User Experience Lab εστιάζει στις σύγχρονες τεχνολογίες αλληλεπίδρασης ανθρώπου–υπολογιστή, συνδυάζοντας τεχνικές eye tracking με εφαρμογές Extended Reality (XR), όπως Virtual Reality (VR) και Augmented Reality (AR). Οι συμμετέχοντες γνώρισαν προηγμένες μεθόδους καταγραφής και ανάλυσης της οπτικής προσοχής και της συμπεριφοράς χρηστών μέσα σε immersive περιβάλλοντα, μέσα από πρακτικά παραδείγματα και διαδραστικές εφαρμογές.Ολοκληρώθηκε και το Workshop 4 — Eye Tracking and Advanced XR Interaction του e-Business and User Experience Lab εστιάζει στις σύγχρονες τεχνολογίες αλληλεπίδρασης ανθρώπου–υπολογιστή, συνδυάζοντας τεχνικές eye tracking με εφαρμογές Extended Reality (XR), όπως Virtual Reality (VR) και Augmented Reality (AR). Οι συμμετέχοντες γνώρισαν προηγμένες μεθόδους καταγραφής και ανάλυσης της οπτικής προσοχής και της συμπεριφοράς χρηστών μέσα σε immersive περιβάλλοντα, μέσα από πρακτικά παραδείγματα και διαδραστικές εφαρμογές.

Ready to ride the next wave of innovation? Το Regional Tech Waves: Robotics AI & XR Summer School έρχεται στην Πάτρα για ένα μοναδικό τριήμερο γεμάτο τεχνολογία, καινοτομία και διαδραστική μάθηση! Συνεδριακό & Πολιτιστικό Κέντρο Πανεπιστημίου Πατρών (Ρίο) 19–20–21 Μαΐου 2026 14:00 – 20:00 🔹 Interactive Workshops 🔹 Industry Speakers 🔹 Networking Sessions 🔹 Certificate of Participation Το Summer School απευθύνεται σε φοιτητές, ερευνητές, νέους επαγγελματίες και όλους όσοι ενδιαφέρονται για τις τεχνολογίες του μέλλοντος στους τομείς της Ρομποτικής, της Τεχνητής Νοημοσύνης και του Extended Reality (XR). Μείνετε συντονισμένοι — σύντομα θα ανακοινωθούν οι ομιλητές, το αναλυτικό πρόγραμμα και οι δράσεις του event! Δηλώστε συμμετοχή μέσω του QR code της αφίσας. #RegionalTechWaves #SummerSchool #AI #Robotics #XR #Innovation #Technology #UniversityOfPatras #Networking #FutureTech #DigitalInnovationReady to ride the next wave of innovation? Το Regional Tech Waves: Robotics AI & XR Summer School έρχεται στην Πάτρα για ένα μοναδικό τριήμερο γεμάτο τεχνολογία, καινοτομία και διαδραστική μάθηση! Συνεδριακό & Πολιτιστικό Κέντρο Πανεπιστημίου Πατρών (Ρίο) 19–20–21 Μαΐου 2026 14:00 – 20:00 🔹 Interactive Workshops 🔹 Industry Speakers 🔹 Networking Sessions 🔹 Certificate of Participation Το Summer School απευθύνεται σε φοιτητές, ερευνητές, νέους επαγγελματίες και όλους όσοι ενδιαφέρονται για τις τεχνολογίες του μέλλοντος στους τομείς της Ρομποτικής, της Τεχνητής Νοημοσύνης και του Extended Reality (XR). Μείνετε συντονισμένοι — σύντομα θα ανακοινωθούν οι ομιλητές, το αναλυτικό πρόγραμμα και οι δράσεις του event! Δηλώστε συμμετοχή μέσω του QR code της αφίσας. #RegionalTechWaves #SummerSchool #AI #Robotics #XR #Innovation #Technology #UniversityOfPatras #Networking #FutureTech #DigitalInnovation

6G-BRICKS aims to deliver a new 6G experimentation facility, building on the baseline of mature ICT-52 platforms, that bring breakthrough cell-free and RIS technologies, which have shown promise in beyond 5G networks. LearnSphere is a demo of the use of 6G technology for educational purposes.6G-BRICKS aims to deliver a new 6G experimentation facility, building on the baseline of mature ICT-52 platforms, that bring breakthrough cell-free and RIS t...

A New Journey Begins in Portugal Today marks the beginning of an exciting journey for the e-Business and UX Lab in Portugal. The main goal of this visit is to strengthen our network within the Portuguese entrepreneurship ecosystem. Portugal, with a population comparable to Greece and a similar development structure, stands out for its dynamic landscape of startups and spin-offs—offering valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration. During this visit, Professor Spiros Sirmakessis, head of the Lab, aims to engage with leading polytechnic institutions and innovation hubs. The focus is on exchanging knowledge and best practices, particularly in fostering entrepreneurial culture within universities. Through this initiative, we seek to bring back valuable experience and inspiration to further enhance innovation, entrepreneurship, and academic impact within our own ecosystem. Stay tuned as this journey unfolds!A New Journey Begins in Portugal Today marks the beginning of an exciting journey for the e-Business and UX Lab in Portugal. The main goal of this visit is to strengthen our network within the Portuguese entrepreneurship ecosystem. Portugal, with a population comparable to Greece and a similar development structure, stands out for its dynamic landscape of startups and spin-offs—offering valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration. During this visit, Professor Spiros Sirmakessis, head of the Lab, aims to engage with leading polytechnic institutions and innovation hubs. The focus is on exchanging knowledge and best practices, particularly in fostering entrepreneurial culture within universities. Through this initiative, we seek to bring back valuable experience and inspiration to further enhance innovation, entrepreneurship, and academic impact within our own ecosystem. Stay tuned as this journey unfolds!

Διαθέσιμο το Newsletter του έργου SoilMET! Είναι πια διαθέσιμο το Newsletter του έργου SoilMET, ενός καινοτόμου έργου που φέρνει την ψηφιακή τεχνολογία πιο κοντά στη βιώσιμη γεωργία. Το SoilMET στοχεύει στη δημιουργία μιας σύγχρονης υποδομής συλλογής, ανάλυσης και οπτικοποίησης εδαφοκλιματικών δεδομένων ακριβείας, συμβάλλοντας στη λήψη τεκμηριωμένων αποφάσεων και στη βελτιστοποίηση της αγροτικής παραγωγής . Στο newsletter παρουσιάζονται: 🔹 Οι στόχοι και η φιλοσοφία του έργου 🔹 Η πλατφόρμα SoilMET και οι δυνατότητές της (NDVI, δείκτες ξηρασίας, πρόβλεψη κινδύνων κ.ά.) 🔹 Η δυναμική παρουσία του έργου στις εκθέσεις Agrotica 2026 και Patras IQ 🔹 Οι συνεργασίες μεταξύ πανεπιστημίων και επιχειρήσεων που ενισχύουν τη μεταφορά τεχνογνωσίας Το Πανεπιστήμιο Πελοποννήσου, μέσω του eBusiness and UX Lab και συντονιστή τον Καθηγητή Spiros Sirmakessis, συμμετέχει ενεργά ως εταίρος, συμβάλλοντας στην ανάπτυξη ψηφιακών εργαλείων και καινοτόμων υπηρεσιών. Το SoilMET αποτελεί ένα σημαντικό βήμα προς τη γεωργία ακριβείας και τη βιώσιμη ανάπτυξη, ενισχύοντας τη σύνδεση επιστήμης, τεχνολογίας και πραγματικής οικονομίας. Διαβάστε το Newsletter πιο κάτω. #SoilMET #SmartFarming #PrecisionAgriculture #DigitalInnovation #UniversityOfPeloponnese #UX #AgriTech

3ο Workshop on VR app development. Οι συμμετέχοντες έχουν αρχίσει να φτιάχνουν τα δικά τους demo και εφαρμογές με επιλεγμένα σενάρια που τους δόθηκαν από την Irini Ioannidou. Δυνατά concepts για επιδεικτικές εφαρμογές!

We are pleased to share our participation in PCI 2026 (Athens), where the e-Business & User Experience Lab of the University of Peloponnese presented: "From Competence Mapping to ESCO-Aligned Job Profiles for Generative AI and Large Language Models" The work was presented by Irene Ioannidou, co-authored by Spiros Sirmakessis and Marios Katsis. The rapid adoption of Generative AI and Large Language Models is transforming multiple sectors, yet structured skill frameworks remain limited. Our contribution: ✔ A four-domain competence framework (foundational, technical, application, ethical) ✔ ESCO-aligned job profiles for emerging roles ✔ Focus on roles such as Prompt Engineer and Generative AI Engineer ✔ Validation through expert interviews across academia and industry This work, developed within the GenAISA (Generative AI Skills Academy), supports alignment between education and labour market needs across Europe. We look forward to extending this research through broader validation and sector-specific adaptations. #GenAI #AI #SkillsDevelopment #ESCO #HigherEducation #ErasmusPlus #DigitalTransformation

Tech4Impact goes to Florence! We are excited to announce the upcoming Tech4Impact Project Meeting, taking place on 20–21 April 2026 in Florence, Italy! Partners from across Europe will come together to continue working on empowering technical students and future innovators in social entrepreneurship. During the meeting, we will focus on: ✔ Skills gap analysis and needs assessment ✔ Development of curricula and training programmes ✔ Design of innovative tools like the Social Skills Passport ✔ AI-driven platforms for skills development and matching ✔ Dissemination and sustainability strategies Beyond the working sessions, the meeting will also strengthen collaboration among partners and include networking activities in the beautiful city of Florence. Stay tuned for updates from Florence! eBusiness Lab is coordinating the project with Professor Spiros Sirmakessis as the scientific responsible. #Tech4Impact #SocialEntrepreneurship #Innovation #ErasmusPlus #Florence #FutureSkillsTech4Impact goes to Florence! We are excited to announce the upcoming Tech4Impact Project Meeting, taking place on 20–21 April 2026 in Florence, Italy! Partners from across Europe will come together to continue working on empowering technical students and future innovators in social entrepreneurship. During the meeting, we will focus on: ✔ Skills gap analysis and needs assessment ✔ Development of curricula and training programmes ✔ Design of innovative tools like the Social Skills Passport ✔ AI-driven platforms for skills development and matching ✔ Dissemination and sustainability strategies Beyond the working sessions, the meeting will also strengthen collaboration among partners and include networking activities in the beautiful city of Florence. Stay tuned for updates from Florence! eBusiness Lab is coordinating the project with Professor Spiros Sirmakessis as the scientific responsible. #Tech4Impact #SocialEntrepreneurship #Innovation #ErasmusPlus #Florence #FutureSkills

REGENERA4Med – Moving Forward Together! Today we had a very productive online meeting with all project partners, sharing updates and aligning our next steps towards advancing regenerative tourism in the Mediterranean 🌱 What’s happening right now? ✔️ Progress on local strategic plans across 6 pilot destinations is well underway ✔️ Capacity building activities are being implemented in several regions ✔️ The RTJ self-assessment tool is already in use, with 60+ users engaged ✔️ The training “Blueprint” is almost finalized and ready for testing Collaboration in action Partners are actively contributing to key deliverables, exchanging knowledge, and supporting each other in building stronger, more resilient tourism ecosystems. What’s next? ➡️ Finalization of strategic plans and capacity-building reports ➡️ Launch of pilot actions and testing of regenerative tourism practices ➡️ Preparation for the upcoming project reporting phase A big thank you to all partners for their continuous effort and collaboration! Together, we are shaping a more sustainable and regenerative future for tourism #ReGenera4Med #RegenerativeTourism #InterregEuroMED #SustainableTourism #CollaborationREGENERA4Med – Moving Forward Together! Today we had a very productive online meeting with all project partners, sharing updates and aligning our next steps towards advancing regenerative tourism in the Mediterranean 🌱 What’s happening right now? ✔️ Progress on local strategic plans across 6 pilot destinations is well underway ✔️ Capacity building activities are being implemented in several regions ✔️ The RTJ self-assessment tool is already in use, with 60+ users engaged ✔️ The training “Blueprint” is almost finalized and ready for testing Collaboration in action Partners are actively contributing to key deliverables, exchanging knowledge, and supporting each other in building stronger, more resilient tourism ecosystems. What’s next? ➡️ Finalization of strategic plans and capacity-building reports ➡️ Launch of pilot actions and testing of regenerative tourism practices ➡️ Preparation for the upcoming project reporting phase A big thank you to all partners for their continuous effort and collaboration! Together, we are shaping a more sustainable and regenerative future for tourism #ReGenera4Med #RegenerativeTourism #InterregEuroMED #SustainableTourism #Collaboration