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

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/

AI Month 2025: EUC Hosts a Series of Events on Artificial Intelligence
2025-11-03 10:00 - 2025-12-03 13:00 UTC
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.

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

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

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

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).

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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/

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.

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

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.

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 22 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

The Festival of the New European Bauhaus
2026-06-09 - 2026-06-13
The European Commission is organising the third edition of the New European Bauhaus Festival in Brussels (Belgium) on 9-13 June 2026, and you can be part of it!
The NEB Festival 2026 will, among other topics, address the transformative power of democratic engagement in shaping more inclusive and sustainable communities. It will highlight how empowered citizens and local authorities can play an active role in creating their environments, with a particular emphasis on affordable housing as a cornerstone of democratic participation. In line with the NEB’s core vision, the Festival will be a space to reimagine our built environment, placing first life, then spaces, and then buildings.
The Festival encompasses four key pillars:

Forum – a platform for engaging discussions and the exchange of ideas surrounding the New European Bauhaus.
Fair – a laboratory and exhibition, highlighting projects and prototypes that align with and support the core values of the New European Bauhaus.
Fest – a celebration that unites culture, art, and conviviality, serving as a moment of collective rejoicing, honouring freedom of expression and embracing radical, innovative, and disruptive ideas and visions.
Satellite events – initiatives and events organised independently in Brussels and beyond, aligned with the New European Bauhaus values.

First held in 2022, the NEB Festival is a biennial event that invites people to celebrate and take stock of the progress of the New European Bauhaus, the European Commission initiative that aims to turn the European Green Deal and Clean Industrial Deal into tangible change on the ground, improving daily lives through sustainable solutions for the built environment and lifestyles. It combines sustainability with good design, inclusivity, accessibility, and affordability, respecting Europe’s diverse places, cultural heritage, and cultures.
Get involved and help shape the next Festival!
Whether you’re a project leader, artist, designer, event organiser, or simply someone passionate about shaping a more sustainable, inclusive and beautiful future – you can now apply to be part of the next edition of the New European Bauhaus Festival:

Showcase your NEB-aligned project – apply for the Fair (deadline: 30 September 2025)
Share your artistic performance or cultural activity – apply for the Fest (deadline: 30 September 2025)
Organise a Satellite Event across Europe and beyond (deadline: 31 December 2025)
or help us to spread the word about the calls using this promo kit.

Find out more and apply now
