European Office Of Cyprus

Call for Abstracts - "DisAbility Culture: Art, Inclusion and Social Transformation" Scientific Conference
2026-05-23 - 2026-05-24
The University of Central Lancashire, Cyprus (UCLan Cyprus) has addressed a Call for Abstracts for the European Scientific Conference “DisAbility Culture: Art, Inclusion and Social Transformation” that will take place in Larnaca on 23–24 May 2026, under the Auspices of the Cyprus’ Presidency of the Council of the EU.
The aim of the conference is to strengthen scholarly dialogue around:

the role of art and culture in shaping inclusive societies,
the production of knowledge on disability through critical and interdisciplinary approaches,
the connection between cultural practices, democratic rights, and social justice.

The conference is addressed to academics, researchers, PhD candidates, post-doctoral researchers and cultural professionals with research work, while the participation of researchers with disabilities is strongly encouraged.
A Call for Abstracts is now Open under the following Thematic Axes:

Art, Disability, and Cultural Representation
This axis examines issues of disability representation in art, culture, and public discourse, as well as the ways artistic creation redefines stereotypes and normative frameworks.
Inclusion, Aesthetics, and Cultural Policy
This axis focuses on power relations that shape aesthetic value, cultural normativity, and policies of inclusion or exclusion.
Accessibility in Culture: Theory, Practices, and Institutions
Theoretical and applied models of cultural accessibility are analysed, including institutional frameworks and practices that enhance participation.
Knowledge, Research, and Disability: Methodologies and Scientific Paradigms
This axis explores how knowledge about disability is produced, who speaks, and through which research methodologies, with emphasis on critical and participatory approaches.
Culture, Democracy, and Rights: Disability in the Public Sphere
Disability is examined as an issue of democratic participation, cultural rights, and social activism.

Interested parties are invited to submit their proposals through the following link. The Call for Abstracts deadline is 31 March 2026.
More information:
Open Call for Abstracts Guidelines https://disfestival.com/?p=1
European Scientific Conference website https://disfestival.com
For any questions, please contact: contact@disfestival.com

11th International Conference: “One World, Many Voices: Reimagining Transcultural Care for Global Health Futures,”
2026-05-03 - 2026-05-06
ETNA is pleased to announce the official Call for Abstracts for its 11th International Conference, to be held in the vibrant coastal city of Limassol, Cyprus, from 3–6 May 2026.
Under the timely and urgent theme “One World, Many Voices: Reimagining Transcultural Care for Global Health Futures,” ETNA 2026 will bring together nurses, educators, researchers, and healthcare leaders from around the world to explore how transcultural nursing can evolve to meet the demands of a rapidly changing global health landscape.
As health systems grapple with increasing cultural diversity, climate change, migration, technological innovation, and widening health disparities, this conference will provide a critical platform to share research, practices, and ideas that promote culturally attuned, inclusive, and forward-thinking care.
Participants are invited to submit abstracts that engage with a broad spectrum of topics, including but not limited to:

Indigenous knowledge systems and traditional healing
Diasporic health experiences and narratives
AI, digital health, and transcultural care technologies
Education and training in cultural competence
Planetary health and its cultural dimension
Policy, advocacy, and health equity initiatives

By amplifying multiple voices and knowledge systems, #ETNA2026 aims to inspire new models of care that are equitable, responsive, and globally relevant.
Submit your abstract today and join us in shaping the future of transcultural nursing.
Visit our official conference page for submission guidelines and key dates: europeantransculturalnurses.eu/conference.

The Cyprus Institute: Communities of Practice in Bronze Age and Early Iron Age Metallurgy Across Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean
2026-04-23 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
We are pleased to invite you to the third lecture in the One Archaeological Science Seminar Series. Interdisciplinary Studies in Archaeological Science: Use of Isotopes.
Communities of practice in Bronze Age and Early Iron Age metallurgy across southeastern Europe and the eastern Mediterranean
by Dr Vana Orfanou (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich)
23 April 2026 | 14:00–15:00
Hybrid event – join in person or online
More information available here: Seminar: Communities of Practice in Bronze Age and Early Iron Age Metallurgy Across Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean – The Cyprus Institute
OneArchSci is funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme under Grant Agreement No 101186503.

The Cyprus Institute: Stable Isotope Fingerprinting - Tracing Mobility, Diet, and Human–Material Interactions in the Ancient World
2026-04-22 14:00 - 15:00
We are pleased to invite you to the second lecture in the One Archaeological Science Seminar Series. Interdisciplinary Studies in Archaeological Science: Use of Isotopes.
Stable Isotope Fingerprinting: Tracing Mobility, Diet, and Human–Material Interactions in the Ancient World
by Dr Dafni Kyropoulou (Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, NCSR “Demokritos”)
22 April 2026 | 14:00–15:00
Hybrid event – join in person or online
More information available here: Seminar: Stable Isotope Fingerprinting – Tracing Mobility, Diet, and Human–Material Interactions in the Ancient World – The Cyprus Institute
OneArchSci is funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme under Grant Agreement No 101186503.

The Cyprus Institute: Invisible Networks? Isotopic Perspectives on Exchange in the Ancient Southwest Asia | 21 April 2026
2026-04-21 14:00 - 15:00
We are pleased to invite you to the first lecture in the One Archaeological Science Seminar Series. Interdisciplinary Studies in Archaeological Science: Use of Isotopes.
Invisible Networks? Isotopic Perspectives on Exchange in Ancient Southwest Asia
by Dr Kristina A. Franke (Ruhr-University Bochum)
21 April 2026 | 14:00–15:00
Hybrid event – join in person or online
More information available here: Seminar: Invisible Networks? Isotopic Perspectives on Exchange in the Ancient Southwest Asia – The Cyprus Institute
OneArchSci is funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme under Grant Agreement No 101186503.

SANER 2026
2026-03-17 - 2026-03-20
The 33rd IEEE International Conference on Software Analysis, Evolution and Reengineering
The IEEE International Conference on Software Analysis, Evolution and Reengineering (SANER) is the premier event on the theory and practice of recovering information from existing software and systems. The event explores innovative methods to extract the many kinds of information that can be recovered from software, software engineering documents, and systems artifacts, and examines innovative ways of using this information in system renewal and program understanding.
SANER promotes discussion and interaction among researchers and practitioners about the development of maintainable systems, and the improvement, evolution, migration, and reengineering of existing systems. The venue also explores innovative methods of extraction for the many kinds of information of interest to software developers and examines innovative ways of using this information in system renewal and program understanding.
SANER will feature technical research paper sessions, workshops, an early research achievements track, an industry paper track, a tool demonstration track, and a dedicated track on negative results in software analysis, evolution and reengineering.

Important Dates up till Mon 10 Nov 2025

Wed 20 Aug 2025
Workshops & Tutorials Workshop: Call for Proposals Submission

Wed 27 Aug 2025
Workshops & Tutorials Workshop: Proposal Notification

Thu 9 Oct 2025
Research Track Abstract submission (mandatory)

Thu 16 Oct 2025
Research Track Paper submission deadline

Fri 7 Nov 2025
Registered Report Track RR Submission

Mon 10 Nov 2025
Early Research Achievement (ERA) Track Abstract Submission Deadline

Mon 10 Nov 2025
Reproducibility Studies and Negative Results (RENE) Track Abstract submission deadline

Mon 10 Nov 2025
Short Papers and Posters Track Abstract submission deadline

Mon 10 Nov 2025
Industrial Track Abstract submission

SANER 2026 flyer

How EOC Members Can Benefit from ERRIN
2026-03-04 11:00 - 12:00
The European Office of Cyprus (EOC) is a member of the European Regions Research and Innovation Network (ERRIN https://errin.eu/), a well-known Brussels-based platform that gathers around 120 regional organisations from more than 20 European countries.
With this membership, EOC full and international members can have access and utilise a wide range of ERRIN services, tools, and collaborative opportunities. In this context, we are pleased to invite you to a webinar on ERRIN that will take place on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, from 11:00 to 12:00 EET (Cyprus/Greece time) – or 10:00 to 11:00 CET (Czechia Time)
The objective is to introduce ERRIN and provide practical insight into how EOC members can make the most of this membership, especially in exchanging information; building new partnerships; developing joint projects; networking and much more.
Ms Ewa Chomicz, ERRIN Policy & Engagement Manager, will present:

ERRIN’s structureand thematic Working Groups;

Key services and tools available to members
The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.
The webinar will be held on Zoom. Please, use the following link to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vIR2T88GTCWV9OmmycTH_Q#/registration
Create your ERRIN account in advance
To help you get familiar with ERRIN platform and make the most of the session, we kindly invite you to create your individual ERRIN account in advance using your official organisational email address via the following link: https://errin.eu/user/register. When registering, please make sure to select “European Office of Cyprus” where it asks for your ERRIN member organisation. Once your account is created, a request will automatically be sent to EOC for affiliation confirmation and approval.
We encourage you to join and to share this invitation with colleagues within your organisation who are involved in research, innovation, and European cooperation activities.
***restricted event only for the full and international members of the EOC.

European Innovation Council Info Day in Nicosia Cyprus, 18 February 2026
2026-02-18 14:00 - 18:00
The European Innovation Council (EIC) and the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) are organising an EIC Info Day taking place in Nicosia, on 18 February 2026.
The event will present the current EIC Work Programme, providing detailed information on the individual calls and highlighting funding opportunities available to potential applicants.
Participants will first receive an overview of the key features and new elements of the EIC Work Programme during a plenary session, followed by two parallel sessions: one session will focus on the Pathfinder and Transition Calls, targeting researchers from academic and research organisations, as well as companies. The other session will focus on the Accelerator and STEP Scale-up Calls, including a presentation of the Pre-Accelerator instrument, tailored to deep tech SMEs with mature technologies.
Participants are required to select their preferred session upon registration.
During the Info Day, participants will hear directly from the EIC representatives, learn from success stories shared by EIC-funded project beneficiaries, gain insights into the EIC Fund, take part in an interactive Q&A session, have the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with peers from both academia and industry.
The event will be held in English, and participation is free of charge. Attendance is open to academic and industry stakeholders.
For the detailed Programme, venue details and registrations please visit the EIC registration website.
Source: https://www.research.org.cy/en/european-innovation-council-info-day-in-nicosia-cyprus-18-february-2026/

Lump Sum Funding in Horizon Europe: How does it work? How to write a proposal?
2026-02-11 10:00 - 17:00
A webinar on Lump Sum which significantly simplifies budget management in Horizon Europe projects is organised by the European Commission on 11 February 2026, 10:00 – 12:00 Brussels time.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to build a project proposal in the Lump Sum model, how to define milestones and deliverables in a way that ensures funding, what are the common mistakes to avoid, how the new model help to focus less on financial management and more on content, and get tips from European Commission experts.
More information: https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/other/events/20260211/event260211.htm

Online Info Session: Erasmus+ European Degree Exploratory Action and Forward-Looking Projects – Higher Education
2026-01-13 10:00 - 13:30
Join us for the Info Day on 13 January 2026 from 10:00 to 13:30 and discover new funding opportunities!
The Partnerships for Innovation: Forward-Looking Projects – Higher Education initiative (ERASMUS-EDU-2025-PI-FORWARD-HE), with a budget of EUR 8 million, aims to support European Degree Pathway Projects and a Leadership Program to set up a European Leadership Academy. Through approximately 14 pathway projects, it will support public and private organisations active in the fields of education and training to develop innovative approaches to pave the way for a joint European degree, primarily in key sectors such as engineering.
The European Leadership Academy will equip leaders of higher-education institutions with skills to face the complexity of the current societal challenges such as the digital challenges and green transition.
Who can apply? The call is open to higher education institutions, public and private organisations active in education and training, and quality assurance associations .
The Partnerships for Excellence – European Universities: European Degree Exploratory Action initiative (ERASMUS-EDU-2025-PE-EUED), with a budget of EUR 14 million, aims to support the rollout of the joint European degree label in higher education institutions across Europe.
It will support universities in their effort to adapt existing joint programmes or design new ones, in line with the joint degree label criteria. Additionally, the initiative will encourage exploratory projects that assess the practicality and benefits of having a European engineering degree.
Who can apply? The call is open to higher education institutions across Europe.
Stay tuned for the link to join the info session.

fund (EU)

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 10:00 – 13:30 (CET)

Online only

Practical information

When: Tuesday 13 January 2026, 10:00 – 13:30 (CET)
Where: Online only
Languages: English

Agenda:

10:00-10:15
Welcome and introduction

10:15-11:00
Policy background

11:00-11:15
Q&A

11:15-11:30
Break

11:30-13:00
How to prepare a competitive proposal

13:00-13:30
Q&A

Source: https://www.eacea.ec.europa.eu/news-events/events/online-info-session-erasmus-european-degree-exploratory-action-and-forward-looking-projects-higher-2026-01-13_en

About the IHI Call Days
2026-01-08 08:00 - 17:00
Info sessions
The IHI Call Days for IHI call 12 will take place on 19 and 20 January 2026 online. Here you’ll learn about the rules and procedures, the financial aspects and general information about call 12.
Find partners for call 12 via the Brokerage Platform
The platform includes a networking module so that you can find potential partners for your consortium and message them. The platform will remain open for networking until the call deadline.
While the IHI Call Days platform is a great place to start your search for partners, we advise you to use other avenues as well – you can find further tips and advice on finding partners here.
Agenda

Financial aspects of the proposal
Monday 19 January | 14:30-16:30
General information on call 12
Tuesday 20 January | 10:30-12:30
Rules and procedures for single-stage calls
Tuesday 20 January | 14:30-16:30
*all times indicated are in CET (Brussels Time)
Source: https://www.ihi.europa.eu/news-events/events/ihi-call-days-call-12

2026 Horizon Europe Info Days and Brokerage Events
2026-01-01 - 2026-01-31
With the Horizon Europe Work Programmes 2026-2027 being officially adopted on 11 December 2025, foreseeing €14 billion investment to drive R&I across the EU’s strategic goals, the New Year kicks off with a series of Info Days on the 2026 call topics, organised by the European Commission and its Agencies.
The Info Days are complemented by brokerage and matchmaking events organised by National Contact Points, Thematic Networks and Platforms.
The EOC put together a list of Info Days and Brokerage events that could give participants an insight into the specific call of their interest and help connect and identify potential partners.
Horizon Europe upcoming Info Days and Brokerage Events
Pillar I – Excellent Science

Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) – The MSCA matchmaking platform under the RADIANCE project
Research Infrastructures 18 March 2026 Horizon Europe Research Infrastructures info day – Online

Pillar II – Clusters

Cluster 1 Health
10 February 2026 Horizon Europe info days – Cluster 1– Online
26-30 January 2026 Brokerage Event Cluster Health – Online

Cluster 2 Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society
26 March 2026 Horizon Europe info day – Cluster 2 – Online
26 January 2026 UnILiON Brokerage Event on Cluster 2 – Online
25 February 2026 SSH-STEM brokerage event on AI-themed topics * – Online
(* Interdisciplinary: all researchers in all clusters with STEM or SSH expertise relevant to Artificial intelligence)

Cluster 3 Civil Security for Society
4 March 2026 Info Day (tbc)
21 January 2026 Cluster 3 Online Networking and Matchmaking Event – Online

Cluster 4 Digital, Industry and Space
29-30 January 2026 Horizon Europe info days – Cluster 4 – Online
28 January 2026 Info Day and Brokerage event: AI – Data – Robotics – Brussels, Belgium
12 November 2025 – 15 April 2026 Horizon Europe Cluster 4 Digital Speed-Dating Platform – Online

Cluster 5 Climate, Energy & Mobility
15 January 2026 Horizon Europe info days – Cluster 5 Climate, Energy & Mobility – Online only
14 January 2026 GREENET Virtual Brokerage Event – Online only

Cluster 6 Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment
22-23 January 2026 Horizon Europe info days – Cluster 6 – Brussels, Belgium21 January 2026 CARE4BIO Brokerage event – Brussels, Belgium

Horizontal

Widening Participation and Strengthening the European Research Area (WIDERA)
22 January 2026 Horizon Europe info days – WIDERA Work Programme Widening calls – Online

EU Missions
20 January 2026 Horizon Europe info days – EU Missions – Online
28-29 January 2026 Horizon Europe Missions Brokerage Event 2026 – Online

StoryPharm Training in Intersectionality, Sexuality, and Gender
2025-11-25 - 2025-11-27
25–27 November 2025
StoryPharm announces its next training course, Intersectionality, Sexuality, and Gender, to be held at the University of Cyprus, Centre for Medieval Arts & Rituals (CeMAR). The event will take place at the Learning Resource Centre – UCY Library “Stelios Ioannou,” Room LRC012.
This three-day training introduces StoryPharm Doctoral Fellows to key concepts and methodologies in gender, sexuality, and intersectionality studies. Organised in collaboration with the Interdepartmental Graduate Programme in Gender Studies and the UNESCO Chair in Gender Equality, the course explores how these critical perspectives can be applied to the study of ancient and medieval sources and cultures.
Through lectures, reading sessions, and discussions led by experts from the University of Cyprus and partner institutions, participants will examine feminist and queer theory, care-focused feminism, metaphors of illness in early modernity, and the gendered construction of academic excellence. The training will also address contemporary issues of gender and diversity in work and education.
For the full programme, click here.

ResearchComp Community of Practice Launch Event
2025-11-21 11:00 - 12:00
🚀 Save the Date! Join the ResearchComp Community of Practice Launch Event!

The ResearchComp Community of Practice (CoP) will serve as a virtual network, connecting stakeholders to
exchange best practices for promoting and implementing the ResearchComp: The European Competence Framework for Researchers.

Join us on 21 November, 11:00–12:00 CET for an online event introducing this Europe-wide network for researcher development, created under the CROSS project.

✅ Learn how to join
✅ Explore tools and resources
✅ Connect with peers across sectors

Registration now! 👉 https://forms.office.com/e/Wiy0YVG4Ln

Learn more about the CROSS project: https://cross.vscht.cz

Conference on the use of hydrogen
2025-11-14 09:00 - 13:00
Frederick University is hosting the Hydrogen for a Clean Future: Pathways for Cyprus & Beyond Conference, co-organised by the Cyprus Hydrogen Association and the Cyprus Employers & Industrialists Federation (OEB) on Friday, November 14, 2025.
The Conference will be held in the “Tassos Papadopoulos” Seminar Room in Nicosia, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This landmark event will unite leading experts, researchers, industry pioneers, and policymakers to chart the future of hydrogen as a cornerstone of clean energy transitions in Cyprus and across Europe. Through a series of keynote addresses and expert panels, participants will gain first-hand insights from distinguished voices shaping the European and Cypriot hydrogen landscape – exploring the latest policy developments, breakthrough technologies, and real-world applications driving progress across multiple sectors.
Beyond knowledge sharing, the conference will foster meaningful dialogue and collaboration, inspiring new partnerships and innovative thinking. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to connect directly with decision-makers and trailblazers, strengthening ties across the hydrogen value chain and contributing to the shared vision of a sustainable, hydrogen-powered future for Cyprus and the wider region.By fostering dialogue and partnership, the “Hydrogen for a Clean Future” Conference seeks to inspire actionable pathways toward a greener, more resilient energy future — one in which hydrogen stands as a cornerstone of decarbonisation and sustainable growth.
Makis Ketonis, President of the Cyprus Hydrogen Association, will welcome participants to the conference.
Professor George Demosthenous, Rector of Frederick University will address the event, along with Kyriacos Hadjiyiannis, Member of the Standing Committee on Energy, Trade, Industry and Tourism and a representative of the Ministry of Energy, Commerce and Industry.
Prof. Andreas Poullikkas, member of the faculty at Frederick University’s School of Engineering, is among the keynote speakers, sharing his expertise on the role of hydrogen in the energy transition.
Prof. Poullikkas will also take part in the panel discussion on Cyprus’s strategies for green hydrogen.
You can find the Conference Agenda here.
To reserve your spot, pls click here (free admission).

2025 European Education and Skills Summit
2025-11-13
The European Education and Skills Summit is the flagship event for education, training and skills in Europe. The 2025 edition will be hosted by Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu.
The Summit brings together ministers, policymakers, thought leaders, and stakeholders from education, training, and labour market to shape the future of education and skills in Europe. It will provide a high-level platform to discuss and address the most pressing challenges facing education and training systems in Europe and explore how joint action can strengthen Europe’s competitiveness and resilience.
The event will take place in person and in English only.

Key topics driving the Summit
The plenary speeches and panel discussions will focus on:

Tackling Europe’s skills crisis
Bridging education and industry
Mastering basic and civic skills
Empowering teachers and trainers

The plenary sessions will be available through webstreaming.

Registration and Agenda

EduDataHack: Innovating Learning Through Data
2025-11-11 - 2025-11-13
In an era defined by rapid technological advancement, data has emerged as a powerful catalyst for innovation across all sectors — including education. The ability to collect, analyse, and apply data in meaningful ways offers unprecedented opportunities to enhance how we teach and learn. The EduDataHack: Innovating Learning Through Data challenge invites participants to explore the transformative potential of data in educational environments.
By leveraging data-driven approaches, we can reimagine personalised learning experiences, empower educators with actionable insights, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This hackathon aims to bring together creative minds — from educators and developers to data scientists and university students — to co-create impactful tools and solutions. Whether it’s designing adaptive learning platforms, building predictive models, or developing Interactive platforms to effectively integrate digital technologies into teaching practices, this challenge offers a collaborative space for rethinking education through the lens of innovation and evidence.
The onsite location to attend this blended event in person is: University of Cyprus, 1 University Avenue 2109, Aglantzia

Questions?
koukounidou.v@ucy.ac.cy
Registration and Info

Prizes

1st Prize €1500
2nd Prize €1000
3rd Prize €500
Sponsored by HFM

Certificates to all participants and plaquetes for first 3 winners of the event by the Cyprus Computer Society (CCS).
Technical mentorship services to the winning team by Artemis Industries
Discount vouchers from the Jinius platform to the participants.
DigiEduHack2025 certificates to all participants

Open Call: the road to the ecological transition - join the European Commission Pavilion at 2025 ECOMONDO Expo
2025-11-04 - 2025-11-07
Disruptive innovative companies supported by the European Innovation Council (EIC) are invited to apply to join the European Commission pavilion at the 2025 ECOMONDO international fair.

ECOMONDO is the key event for green and circular economy. This year’s edition will take place from 4 to 7 November 2025 in Rimini, Italy. The innovative international trade fair brings together all sectors around circular economy: from the recovery of materials and energy to sustainable development.
The Green Technology Expo is a reference point in the international panorama, where leading companies of the sector meet and discover trends, innovations, new technologies and discuss with peers. For EIC this will be an ideal opportunity to exhibit the own great potential to various actors in the Green economy within the most accredited platform for Southern Europe!
If you are eager to showcase your unique products and services to an expert audience, address crucial challenges of the sector and explore countless business opportunities, then Ecomondo is the ideal place for you.
Applications are open until 30 July 2025, 12:00 CEST.
An evaluation committee in European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) is going to select applicants in the below application form by 14 August 2025.
Who can apply?
Specifically, we are looking for EIC-funded companies working on innovative projects in the following fields:

Waste as resources
Water Cycle & Blue Economy
Bioenergy & Agriculture
Renewable energy sources, green energy generation and long-term energy storage
Circular & Regenerative Bio-Economy
Sites & Soil Restoration
Environmental Monitoring and Earth Observation

What’s in it for you?
The 10 selected EIC-funded companies will have access to a free booth for two days to exhibit their innovations at the European Commission Pavilion; also, they will have access to potential networking opportunities with all stakeholders present at the fair and to a pitching session.
Application
To apply, please fill in the form by 30 July 2025, 12:00 CEST
Contact persons:
Marco Rubinato: Marco.RUBINATO@ec.europa.eu
Johannes Bünz: Johannes.BUENZ@ec.europa.eu

AI Month 2025: EUC Hosts a Series of Events on Artificial Intelligence
2025-11-03 10:00 - 2025-12-03 13:00
European University Cyprus has designated November 2025 as “Artificial Intelligence” (AI) month to inform, raise awareness, provoke thought and dialogue, and encourage the active participation of the university community (academics, students, and administrative staff), researchers, educators, students, the business and professionals’ community, policy-making groups, and the broader public. Throughout the month, lectures, keynote speeches, presentations, workshops, and roundtable discussions will be held with the participation of researchers, experts, and professionals in the field of AI. The activities will focus on both technological advancements and the social, ethical, and educational implications of AI, enhancing the understanding of its potential as well as the challenges it entails.

Date: Nov 03 2025 – Dec 03 2025

Time: 10:00 am – 13:00 pm
For the full list of Events, information and registration, please visit the EUC’s website.

Interdisciplinary Workshop on Enforced Disappearances (3–4 November 2025, UCY)
2025-11-03 - 2025-11-04
We are excited to announce our first public interdisciplinary workshop on enforced disappearances. The event brings together leading voices from law, political science, sociology, history, forensics, and art to explore how societies confront disappearance, memory, and justice—with cases from Northern Ireland, Libya, Kurdistan, and Cyprus.
Dates: 3–4 November 2025
Venue: University of Cyprus — LRC 014 & Leventis B108
Cost: Free (please register in advance for catering)
Register here

The schedule in short
Monday, 3 November — LRC 014 (except evening debate)
11:00–13:00 · Historical and Political Perspectives
Chair: Dr. Aphrodite Papachristodoulou
Speakers: Dr. Alexandros Zachariades, Prof. Gerasimos Tsourapas, Dr. Bahar Baser, Dr. Nikandros Ioannidis
Room: LRC 014
In brief: Colonial legacies, origins of the crime, and the logics of targeting—key cases that shaped practice and scholarship.
14:30–16:30 · Dealing with the Past & Transitional Justice
Chair: Dr. Iosif Kovras
Speakers: Prof. Charis Psaltis, Prof. Neophytos Loizides, Prof. Cheryl Lawther, Prof. Nicos Trimikliniotis
Room: LRC 014
In brief: Mechanisms of transitional justice—truth-seeking, reparations, institutional reform—addressing victimhood, accountability, and human rights in contexts of disappearance.
18:00–20:00 · In Conversation: Lawyers Confronting the Past (Public Debate)
Moderator: Prof. Natasa Mavronicola
Discussants: Mr. Achilleas Demetriades, Prof. Kieran McEvoy
Room: Leventis B108
In brief: Legal activism in deeply divided societies—how law engages with truth, accountability, and reconciliation (comparative insights from Cyprus, Northern Ireland, and beyond).

Tuesday, 4 November — LRC 014
09:00–11:00 · Legal Perspectives
Chair: Dr. Aris Constantinides
Speakers: Prof. Natasa Mavronicola, Ms. Natasa Iacovou, Dr. Nikolas Kyriacou, Dr. Nasia Hadjigeorgiou
Room: LRC 014
In brief: Domestic and international responses to enforced disappearance—pursuing accountability, the role of legal frameworks, and the limits/pitfalls of legalism.
11:30–13:30 · Forensic Perspectives
Chair: Dr. Nikandros Ioannidis
Speakers: Prof. Geoff Knupffer; Dr. Melanie Klinkner & Ms. Emily Fisher; Ms. Maria Mikellide; Ms. Gulbanu Zorba & Ms. Theodora Eleftheriou
Room: LRC 014
In brief: Forensic identification and its ethical/practical challenges; comparative applications in post-conflict and divided societies (e.g., Northern Ireland, Cyprus).
14:30–15:30 · ERC Funding Opportunities
Lead: Mr. Benjamin Pelletier (ERC Scientific Officer)
With: UCY Research & Innovation Support Service and ERC PIs (Q&A)
Room: LRC 014
In brief: What’s new at the ERC, practical guidance on proposal development & submission, and support available at UCY—open Q&A.
16:00–18:00 · Documentary Screening & Q&A — Hold Still
With: Dr. Noemi Levy-Aksu, Dr. Zerrin Özlem Biner
Room: LRC 014
In brief: A Kurdish lawyer fights for justice alongside families of the disappeared (1995). Screening followed by Q&A with contributors.

More details about our speakers will be posted soon.
We look forward to welcoming you to UCY for two days of dialogue, evidence, and collective learning.
Register here
If you have any questions about the event, feel free to reach out at vasileiou.elpida@ucy.ac.cy.
Source: https://disacterc.com/2025/10/interdisciplinary-workshop-on-enforced-disappearances-3-4-november-2025-ucy/

Interdisciplinary Two-Day Conference on Enforced Disappearances
2025-11-03 - 2025-11-04
3–4 November 2025, University of Cyprus
The research project DISACT, funded by the European Research Council (ERC, Grant Agreement No. 101086935) and based at the Department of Social and Political Sciences of the University of Cyprus, is organising an Interdisciplinary Conference on Enforced Disappearances, to be held on 3–4 November 2025.
The conference is an international, interdisciplinary, and cultural event dedicated to exploring the historical roots and the legal, political, and forensic dimensions of the issue of missing persons.
Enforced disappearances refer to the deliberate abduction of individuals by state or non-state armed actors during periods of political violence—such as authoritarian regimes, civil wars, or armed conflicts. This crime functions as an instrument of political control and intimidation, not only during the conflict itself but also through the silence that follows. Perpetrators often conceal traces and remains, leaving families in prolonged anguish and uncertainty.
This experience is deeply familiar to Cyprus, where the trauma of the missing remains etched in the collective memory. At the same time, the phenomenon continues to evolve globally, as authoritarian regimes cooperate and carry out disappearances even beyond their national borders.
The DISACT project investigates the historical origins and underlying logic of enforced disappearances: when and by whom the practice was “invented,” how it spread internationally, and why specific victims are targeted. It also examines how societies and victims transition from violence to justice and peace through comparative analyses (Cyprus – Latin America) and the use of modern forensic methods.

Thematic Sessions
The conference sessions will focus on:

The historical origins of the crime and the logic of victim targeting (3/11, 11:00–13:00)

Mechanisms of transitional justice and reparation (3/11, 14:30–16:30)

The role and limits of legal frameworks (4/11, 09:00–11:00)

Forensic identification of victims through comparative approaches in Northern Ireland and Cyprus (4/11, 11:30–13:30)

Public Debate
A public debate will take place as part of the conference on the theme:
“Legal Activism and Engagement with the Violent Past”,
with speakers Achilleas Demetriades and Professor Kieran McEvoy (Queen’s University Belfast),moderated by Professor Natasa Mavronicola (University of Birmingham).
🕕 Monday, 3 November 2025 | 18:00–20:00📍 Building “Anastasios G. Leventis”, Room B108

Documentary Screening and Art Installation
The programme will conclude with a screening of the internationally acclaimed documentary “Hold Still”, followed by a discussion with the filmmakers (4/11, 16:00–18:00), as well as an art installation dedicated to the missing persons.

Venue
The conference — except for the debate — will take place at theStelios Ioannou Learning Resource Centre – Library (LRC 014), University of Cyprus.

Participation
Participation is free of charge, but pre-registration is required via the online form:🔗 https://forms.gle/3yQJ93yGc8Rn8Aux5
As places are limited, registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Remaining participants will be placed on a waiting list.
📧 vasileiou.elpida@ucy.ac.cy🌐 disacterc.com

Frederick University: highlight design, the new European Bauhaus, and the role of higher education towards sustainability
2025-10-30 18:00 - 20:00
Event at Frederick University to highlight design, the new European Bauhaus, and the role of higher education towards sustainability
Thursday, October 30th at Frederick University’s Architecture Building
Frederick University is organizing an event titled “Exploring Green Futures in Design Education”, featuring talks, presentations, and workshops that explore how art, design, and innovation can contribute to a more sustainable future.
The event will take place on Thursday, October 30th, from 18:00 to 20:00, at Frederick University’s Architecture Building, in Nicosia.
This event is part of the EU-funded project “Futures Designed: Integrating the New European Bauhaus into Art and Design Education”, and brings together educators, designers, artists, and anyone interested in sharing creative practices that connect education with environmental and social responsibility.
As part of the event, Mustafa Afsaroglu will present Pit-to-Table and Pit Board, a material made from olive pits that serves as a surface material. The Cypriot designer will discuss this innovative product and the idea of turning waste into beauty.
In addition, bioartist and researcher Marisa Satsia, founder of the BioCuriosities Lab, explores how biological materials and living processes can inspire new sustainable design approaches. Her talk bridges art, science, and ecology through hands-on experimentation and ethical innovation.
Dr. Anna Merry Economou, Assistant Professor in Frederick University’s Department of Arts and Communication and Coordinator of the Futures Designed project, will present the project’s vision for sustainable, creative, and inclusive education in Europe.
She will also discuss the online micro-credential courses developed within the project. These are free short-term training opportunities for students and creative professionals seeking to integrate sustainability principles into their work, and for art and design educators wishing to contribute to a more sustainable and inclusive educational model.
Dr. Economou will also lead the workshop “The New European Bauhaus in Practice”, a participatory session that introduces the values of the New European Bauhaus — sustainability, inclusion, and aesthetics — through creative experimentation.
Doris Kailos, Assistant Professor in the Department of Arts and Communication at Frederick University, will lead the creative workshop “I am a T-Shirt Bag”. Frederick University invites participants to bring their old t-shirt and transform it into a reusable tote bag!
See the full event program here. For more information, contact Frederick University at 22394394.

IDRC 2025 – 8th International Disaster and Risk Conference
2025-10-23 - 2025-10-24
Taking place from 23 to 24 October 2025 in Nicosia, Cyprus, at the University of Cyprus. Organised in collaboration with the Global Risk Forum (GRF) Davos, IDRC2025 will bring together leading voices in disaster risk reduction and resilience from around the world.
This year’s theme, “Reframing Disaster and Risk: Mobilising Action,” focuses on translating knowledge into impact. Over three days, the conference will welcome researchers, policymakers, government officials, humanitarian actors, and private sector innovators to exchange ideas, present applied solutions, and build new partnerships that address today’s complex and interconnected risk landscape.
The event will feature high-level keynote speeches, expert panels, applied research presentations, and hands-on workshops, offering both strategic insight and practical tools for advancing resilience. From urban planning and climate adaptation to public health and emergency response, IDRC2025 promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and systemic thinking.
By hosting IDRC2025, CYENS reinforces its commitment to supporting innovation and informed decision-making in areas critical to the future wellbeing of societies. The conference serves as a vital platform for shaping actionable policies and inclusive frameworks for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.

Conference on green transition in Education and Design in Brussels
2025-10-15 16:00 - 20:00
Frederick University is co-organising an International Conference titled “Exploring Green Futures in Education and Design”, in the framework of the “Futures Designed” research project, coordinated by Frederick University in collaboration with the KMOP Policy Center in Belgium, Consorzio Materahub Industrie Culturali E Creative Scarl (Mathub) in Italy, Artit Athens in Greece and Kauno Kolegija in Lithuania.
The Conference will be held in Brussels, Belgium, on Tuesday, 15 October 2025, with hybrid participation available. This international event will bring together educators, researchers, designers, and community stakeholders to explore how the New European Bauhaus values can be embedded in education and design, fostering sustainability, creativity, and innovation. The program will feature keynote presentations and discussions on the New European Bauhaus in education, as well as interactive workshops, presentations of innovative projects and practices from across Europe and a closing discussion on integrating Art & Design micro-credentials in Higher Networking.
Frederick University has been coordinating the Futures Designed research project, which aimed to enhance Arts&Design programs of study towards green practices. “Coordinating this project has been thought-provoking and inspiring. It is our responsibility to develop educational practices that are focused on sustainability and prepare our students to facilitate change by valorizing diversity, equality, accessibility and affordability as synonyms to good quality design”, notes Dr Anna Merry Economou, Assistant Professor at Frederick University’s Department of Arts and Communication, who led the project. Dr Economou will speak at the Conference on the subject of “Integrating Art & Design micro-credential courses into existing Higher Education: The New European Bauhaus approach”.
Among the keynote speakers are Cypriot entrepreneurs: Ms Christina Dymioti is a UK-based social entrepreneur and marketing professional working in the sustainability industry, and the founder and director of Fashion Heritage Network Cyprus, a youth creative network focused on engaging young creatives and preserving cultural heritage through sustainable fashion. Mr Mustafa Afsaroglu is the co-founder of the award-winning design studio Taner’s Sons, and the Pit-to-table project, a bio-composite made from discarded olive pits and supported by UNDP and the EU.
You can view the Conference Agenda here and register here for in-person attendance and here for online participation.
For further information:
Meropi Moiseos, Communications Officer, Communications and Outreach Service T. +357 22394394 (ext.41139) | E. ad.mem@frederick.ac.cy

European Cultural Heritage Summit 2025
2025-10-12 - 2025-10-15
The European Cultural Heritage Summit 2025 will take place from 12 to 15 October in Brussels, Belgium. Organised by Europa Nostra and co-funded by the European Union, the Brussels Summit will gather high-level representatives from EU Institutions, policymakers, heritage professionals and volunteers, civil society actors and other stakeholders from across Europe and beyond.
Holding this year’s European Cultural Heritage Summit in Brussels has a particular significance at a time when the European Commission is about to publish the EU’s very first “Culture Compass for Europe” and when EU Institutions and Member States have started discussing the EU’s next Multiannual Financial Framework Programme. This is why the Summit will be held under the motto “Heritage Matters for Europe”!
Focusing on the pivotal themes of Europe’s key values, starting with peace, democracy and solidarity, the Brussels Summit will highlight the political, societal, economic and environmental relevance of cultural heritage for the future of Europe and its citizens.
REGISTER HERE
Programme
Sunday 12 October 2025
For all registered participants
European Heritage Excellence Day
13.30 – 19.00 | Auditorium 490, Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels
The Excellence Day will showcase the very best heritage practices and the most inspiring heritage champions that contribute to shaping a more beautiful, cohesive, sustainable and democratic Europe. Coming from 24 countries across the continent, the 30 winners of the European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards 2025 will present their exemplary achievements, outline the challenges they overcame, and share experiences about the success and impact of their initiatives.
The European Heritage Excellence Day is jointly organised by Europa Nostra and the European Commission with the support of the Creative Europe Programme of the European Union.
Monday 13 October 2025
For Europa Nostra Members and Associates
Europa Nostra General Assembly 2025
10.00-12.00 | KBR – Royal Library of Belgium, Brussels
During our General Assembly, several (re-) appointments to the Council and other governing bodies of Europa Nostra will be made. Members will also handle relevant statutory matters, including the approval of the Annual Report 2024.
For all registered participants and invited guests
European Heritage Awards Ceremony 2025
20.00 – 22.00 (19:15 Doors open)| Studio 4, Maison de la Radio, Flagey, Brussels
The winners of the European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards 2025 will be celebrated at a high-profile event, co-hosted by Glenn Micallef, European Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport, and Prof. Dr. Hermann Parzinger, Executive President of Europa Nostra, and attended by other distinguished guests. The European Heritage Awards Ceremony will be held at Flagey, an iconic Art Deco building in Brussels.
During the Ceremony, the Grand Prix laureates and the Public Choice Award winner will be announced, chosen from among this year’s winners and entitled to receive €10,000 each. Discover the winners and cast your vote for the Public Choice Award until 12 September.
The Ceremony, jointly organised by Europa Nostra and the European Commission with the support of the EU Creative Europe Programme, will be live streamed. It will be followed by a festive reception.
Tuesday 14 October 2025
For all registered participants
European Heritage Hub Forum
“Heritage Matters for Europe’s Cities and Citizens”
10.30 – 18.00 | Town Hall of Brussels, La Grand Place
Organised within the framework of the EU-funded European Heritage Hub project, and in collaboration with the City of Brussels, this high-level forum at the Town Hall of Brussels, one of the most emblematic buildings in the Belgian capital which is also one of the capital cities of EU decision-making, will bring together representatives of EU Institutions, local authorities, civil society organisations and heritage professionals for a strategic policy dialogue.
The European Heritage Hub Forum “Heritage Matters for Europe’s Cities and Citizens” will focus on how the forthcoming “Culture Compass for Europe” and the next EU Multiannual Financial Framework (2028-2034) can more effectively support community-rooted heritage, cultural rights and democratic participation across Europe. As one of the key events of this year’s Summit, the Hub Forum will offer a unique opportunity to guide and inspire the future direction of Europe’s heritage policy, at all levels of governance, from local to European.
Join this important Forum and lend your voice to shaping heritage policy discussions that truly reflect the needs and aspirations of Europe’s communities and heritage stakeholders.
Wednesday 15 October 2025
For all registered participants
European Heritage Policy Agora
“The Europeans: Shared Cultural Roots and Values”
including Europa Nostra Lecture by Orlando Figes & Dialogue with MEPs
09.30 – 13.30 | Zweig Visitor Centre, European Parliament (TO BE CONFIRMED)
Organised within the framework of the EU-funded Agora project, this event will offer a most inspiring platform to (re)discover and celebrate Europe’s shared cultural roots and values. This year’s Policy Agora will bring together historians, policymakers, civil society and cultural leaders to explore how Europe’s rich and diverse heritage can foster unity amid diversity and address contemporary challenges.
Featuring a Europa Nostra Annual Lecture by the renowned British historian Orlando Figes, an expert panel discussion with Members of the European Parliament, and a screening of the documentary “Une saga de l’Europe culturelle, au cœur du XIXe siècle” (ARTE TV, Bel Air Média, Centre Européen de Musique, and Centre d’Études d’Europe Hispanique), the Policy Agora will highlight the vital role of culture and history in shaping European identity and strengthening the European project.
Join this flagship event and engage in the conversation on how cultural heritage can build much-needed bridges between Europe’s citizens — across borders and generations.

A Humanoid is my Line Manager - HR’s Next Challenge
2025-10-10 14:00 - 17:00
“A Humanoid is my Line Manager – HR’s Next Challenge”
As artificial intelligence changes from concept to everyday reality, organizations face new and complex challenges in managing people, leadership, and technology.
The Cyprus Institute is pleased to invite you to a distinguished lecture by Indi Seehra, Director of Human Resources at the London School of Economics and former Director of Human Resources at the University of Cambridge.
Mr. Seehra will explore the evolving landscape of the workplace, highlighting how advances in AI are reshaping human interactions and emphasizing the critical role of emotional intelligence in modern HR management.
🗓️ Friday, October 10, 2025 🕑 14:00 p.m. 📍 The Cyprus Institute – Fresnel Building
This lecture will be of particular interest to HR professionals, organizational leaders, and all those engaged with the future of work and management.

The Cyprus Institute: Attracting and Retaining Research Talent: Building Supportive Frameworks for Careers and Mobility
2025-10-10 09:00 - 13:30
📢 Attracting and Retaining Research Talent: Building Supportive Frameworks for Careers and Mobility
📅 10 October 2025
📍 John Ioannides Auditorium, Fresnel Building, Athalassa Campus, The Cyprus Institute
🎯 About the Workshop
Co-Organized by the European Commission, RESAVER, and The Cyprus Institute (with the support of the Deputy Ministry for Research, Innovation and Digital Transformation), this workshop will provide insights and practical tools for enhancing strategies to attract and retain top research talent.
Topics include:
✅ Develop Institutional Talent Attraction and Retention Strategies
✅ Benefits of the HR Excellence in Research award
✅ Implementation of the pan-European RESAVER pension fund
✅ Retirement perspectives for internationally mobile researchers
👥 Who Should Attend?

HR Managers
Research Administrators
Policy Makers
Management officers
Professionals obtaining or maintaining the HR Excellence in Research Award
Institutional leaders focused on staff well-being and retention

📑 Agenda Highlights

09:00–09:15 – Welcome Addresses
09:15–10:15 – Keynotes Addresses
10:15–11:15 – Panel 1: Building Research Excellence: HR Practices and Challenges in Cyprus
11:30–12:30 – Panel 2: Financial Well-being for Researchers
12:30–13:30 – Lunch & Networking

📩 RSVP here by Friday, 3rd of October 2025

The Cyprus Institute: Round Table Discussion – Colour Matters: Colours and Colourful materials in New Kingdom Egypt
2025-10-09 10:15 - 12:30
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 9 October 2025
Time: 10:15 – 12:30 (EET)
Venue: This is an online event. You are welcome to join us on Zoom (passcode: [REDACTED]
Participants: See below

Colour is precious, and for millennia, the desire for colour has driven human ingenuity. Many of the early colour terms in the Egyptian language are related to valuable colourful materials. As early as in the 4th millennium BCE, Egypt witnessed the invention of the first synthetic colours—Egyptian blue and faience—created to satisfy a longing for vibrant, lustrous and enduring hues. But the truly remarkable ‘colour turn’ in this region took place some two thousand years later, in New Kingdom Egypt (NK: c. 1550–1070 BCE), when there is an explosion of new types of polychromatic substances and effects, creating a world abounding in vivid hues, patterns and combinations of the exotic and precious. Glass, polychrome faience, and Egyptian blue are combined into completely new colourful objects of an often very complex nature, combining various materials and techniques.

This round table will discuss the interconnections between colour, culture and crafts in this period. The round table will discuss the relationships between various aspects of colour in this period and interconnections of these aspects. This includes the scientific study of what these colourful materials are made of, how they are produced, where and by whom. We also ask what coloured substances can tell us about past cognition, behaviour and culture. What knowledge was necessary to produce them and how is this practical knowledge reflected upon in contemporary texts? How did the advent of new materials shape the way people spoke and wrote about colour? How does technology influence these objects and how do the objects in turn influence the perception and experience of colour?
These questions will be discussed to highlight the exceptional character of this phase of the Egyptian culture and to demonstrate the potential of an interdisciplinary, multi-perspective approach to the study of colour and colourful materials of this period. Such an approach has the potential to offer deep insights into the complex interrelations between technology, knowledge, innovation and human cognition in history.
The participants are leading scholars in their fields which allow for such a multi-perspective view and ideas coming in from a variety of standpoints.

Participants

Prof Dr John Baines (University of Oxford)
Katja Broschat (Leibniz-Zentrum für Archäologie, Mainz)
Dr Henning Franzmeier (The Cyprus Institute, Nicosia)
Dr Anna K. Hodgkinson (Freie Universität Berlin)
Prof Dr Gianluca Miniaci (Università di Pisa)
Prof Dr Thilo Rehren (The Cyprus Institute, Nicosia)
Dr Alexandra Rodler-Rørby (Österreichische Akademie der Wissenschaften, Wien)
Prof Dr Shiyanthi Thavapalan (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam)
Prof Dr Andrew Shortland (Cranfield University)
Prof Dr David A. Warburton (Northeast Normal University, Changchun/Freie Universität Berlin)

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World Heart Day: Webinar on EU Cardiovascular Health Plan
2025-09-29 14:00 - 16:00
29 September 2025: 14:00 – 16:00 CET (Brussels time)
Cardiovascular diseases, which affect the heart and blood vessels, are the leading cause of death in the EU, claiming 1.7 million lives each year. They also contribute significantly to disability, early retirement, and absenteeism, which lowers the quality of life, reduces life expectancy and decreases productivity. These diseases cost the EU around €280 billion annually due to increased healthcare costs and decreased economic output.
To tackle this, the European Commission is developing an EU Cardiovascular Health Plan. This plan will emphasise on prevention, early detection and screening, care, management and rehabilitation. A special focus will be on developing health checks for cardiovascular diseases to identify people at risk. The plan will use the opportunities offered by new technologies, digital and personalised tools. It will also address the current gaps in research and innovation, and existing inequalities between Member States and population groups.
The EU Cardiovascular Health Plan will strengthen the European Health Union and Europe’s leadership in health innovation.
Join us on World Heart Day for a stakeholder webinar to

Discover the preliminary results of the Call for Evidence,
Participate in a discussion on key themes and ideas for the future of cardiovascular health in the EU.

This is an opportunity to learn more and contribute to this this key health initiative. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this conversation!
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European Researchers’ Night 2025: MISSION POSSIBLE – The Sequel!
2025-09-26
The European Researchers’ Night returns once again this year, under the title MISSION POSSIBLE – The Sequel! The event will take place on Friday, 26 September 2025, at the premises of the Cyprus State Fair (Halls A & B) in Nicosia.
Organised since 2006 by the Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF), the European Researchers’ Night is Cyprus’ flagship event for the promotion of research, innovation, and science. It brings the fascinating world of science and research closer to the public and the society, offering visitors of all ages the opportunity to meet with researchers, scientists, academics, and innovative entrepreneurs. A night full of science, creativity, and inspiration!
The central theme of this year’s event will once again focus on the five (5) European Union Missions, bold actions with ambitious – yet achievable – goals aiming to address the following major societal challenges:

Adaptation to Climate Change
Cancer
Healthy Oceans, Seas, and Waters
Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities
Soil Health and Sustainable Food

For more information and the detailed Event Programme, please visit the Event Website (www.erncyprus.com).
In addition to the main event, the European Researchers’ Night 2025 is complemented by a series of additional activities throughout the year, targeting students, educators, researchers, and innovative entrepreneurs, including:

The «Science Unfold 2025» Science Communication Student Competition
The «eBook Competition 2025»
The Art Competition «EU Missions for Sustainability» (2024–2025)
Educational and experiential workshops for teachers and students
Roundtable discussions on gender equality in Research and Innovation
The “Researchers at Schools” Programme
