Beyond the Lab: From Research to Impact – EUTOPIA Innovation Challenge Week for Researchers
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Event location: Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Under the theme “Beyond the Lab: From Research to Impact”, the initiative invites researchers to apply their scientific expertise to real-world challenges proposed by companies from Cluj and the Transylvania region, working in interdisciplinary teams alongside researchers from other universities within the EUTOPIA Alliance. UL has two places available for researchers, including PhD candidates, junior researchers and senior researchers. Deadline for application is 30 October 2026.
What you will gain?
- Experience with real company challenges. Apply your expertise to a concrete problem, develop a solution concept and identify the steps towards implementation.
- Practical innovation and communication skills. Develop a business plan, explore intellectual property and technology transfer options, and learn to deliver a persuasive pitch.
- International connections. Work with researchers from other EUTOPIA universities and meet company mentors who can offer insights into industry needs and potential collaborations.
- Access to academic and industry expertise. Visit relevant UBB laboratories, discover research infrastructure and learn directly from company specialists.
Who can apply?
Researchers affiliated with EUTOPIA universities across STEAM disciplines who are curious about applying their scientific expertise beyond academia and working with colleagues from different backgrounds on company challenges.
How to apply?
By October 30, send your CV along with a motivational letter to eutopia.student@uni-lj.si pošljite svoj življenjepis in motivacijsko pismo. Please enter ‘Open Innovation Challenges for Researchers’ in the subject line of your message.
Participation in the open innovation challenge is free of charge; travel expenses will be covered by funding from the EUTOPIA MORE project. For more information please consult the open call document or EUTOPIA office at eutopia.student@uni-lj.si.
