As part of the activities of the BIOMAC project, we are organising a series of stakeholder engagement events in three different countries (Italy, Germany and Greece) to showcase the successful implementation of realistic test cases from the BIOMAC project.
This event, taking place in Greece, is organised as a satellite event for the POLYMERS 2024 conference, capitalising on this great opportunity for the BIOMAC project and its contributors to connect the engagement of relevant stakeholders from Greece with the conference activities and explore the innovation potential related to the BIOMAC Open Innovation Test Bed (OITB), while addressing industrial needs & targets.
The primary objectives are to attract Greek SMEs and other stakeholders interested in accessing BIOMAC’s infrastructure for research, development, testing, and validation of innovative concepts. We will be presenting the advancements and the capabilities of BIOMAC OITB, while also inviting experts from key enabling organisations related to Greek high-tech stakeholders to join us and provide their insights.
Special focus will be placed on the synergy between high-potential funding mechanisms and impactful technology transfer opportunities, aiming to encourage new collaborations that will enable more interested innovators to engage with the BIOMAC OITB.
The event will focus on the synergy between different funding instruments, highlighting the “Research – Innovate” programme (“Ερευνώ – Καινοτομώ”) in particular, and technology transfer opportunities, aiming to foster new collaborations and engagement with the BIOMAC OITB. Guest speakers will share their successful R&I endeavours engaging with such funding sources to innovate, demonstrating the value of combining funding sources to maximise real SME impact. This is part of the key concept of OITBs pursued by the European Commission in this type of open innovation projects.
The organisation of this event will be undertaken by EXELISIS, RDC Informatics, and the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, all of which are partners of the BIOMAC project based in Greece.
This event will be held in Greek language.
EXELISIS
EXELISIS, based in Athens, Greece, is an engineering-based company founded by engineers and entrepreneurs with over 15 years of experience in business development and innovation, particularly in materials and energy. The team provides tailored guidance to businesses of all sizes and stakeholders both nationally and internationally. The company’s founders bring significant experience from their involvement in numerous European research projects. Specialising in project management, innovation, knowledge transfer, and communication, EXELISIS delivers customised solutions to their client’s needs. The team’s expertise extends to research, computational tools, technological solutions, and dissemination activities, ensuring the effective communication of results.
RDC Informatics
RDC Informatics has more than 2 decades of successful presence in IT & New Technologies market specialising in software applications development & utilisation in corporate environments and in digital marketing. Their involvement in dozens of projects of every size, in both the public and private sectors, has made them highly renowned as experts in their field and allowed them to grow on national and international levels. Additionally, their services have been certified via the latest quality assurance protocols (ISO 9001 & ISO 27001) and recognised by the most well-known companies in the world (Google, Microsoft and others).
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
As one of the largest Universities in Greece, the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki comprises of 10 faculties from diverse sectors which consist of 40 schools and 1 single school faculty. The major vision of the university is to enhance excellence in research while ensuring societal engagement and promoting sustainability. In particular, Professor Dimitrios Bikiaris’ Laboratory, also BIOMAC’s Coordinating team, operates within the Department of Chemistry’s Laboratory of Polymer and Colours Chemistry and Technology, and focuses on biobased and biocompatible polymers, composites, nanocomposites, drug encapsulation, and other related fields.
BIOMAC
BIOMAC Project, funded under Horizon2020, targets establishing the European Sustainable BIO-based nanoMaterials Community, facilitating the creation of an Open Innovation Test Bed (OITB). This collaborative platform serves as an ecosystem for upscaling and preparing technologies and solutions utilising nano-enabled bio-based materials (NBMs) for market applications. The OITB, consisting of 17 pilot lines, has already proven its high-quality services through 5 successful Test Cases in diverse sectors (Food Packaging, Automotive, Agriculture, Electronics and Construction) and 6 more cases are being realised to further present its capabilities and reliability. The OITB will continue to function as an ecosystem through a one-stop-shop (presented by IBB Netzwerk) to be easily accessible at fair conditions and costs.
Prof. Dimitrios Bikiaris
Professor at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Dr. Zoi Terzopoulou
Senior researcher at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Dr. Konstantinos Pyrgakis
Project Manager at
EXELISIS IKE
Dr. Eva Nanaki
HELLENiQ Energy (τέως ΕΛΠΕ)
Dr. Nikolaos Kehagias
CEO at Nanotypos
Prof. Aggelos Tsakanikas
Head of the Technology Transfer Office at NTUA
AGENDA 31/05/2024
| 13:30 - 13:45 | Gathering and Welcome | ||
| 13:45 - 14:15 | Lunch | ||
| 14:15 - 14:25 | BIOMAC project general presantation | Introduction to the BIOMAC OITB concept. | Prof D. Bikiaris, School of Chemistry, AUTH |
| 14:25 - 14:50 | Presentation of BIOMAC services | • Overview of pilot lines • Overview of transversal services • Overview of test cases | Dr Zoi Terzopoulou, School of Chemistry, AUTH |
| 14:50 - 15:10 | Coffee Break | ||
| 15:10 - 15:30 | Funding opportunities for knowledge transfer | Procedure, means and instruments with BIOMAC | Dr K. Pyrgakis EXELISIS |
| 15:30 - 15:50 | Success story of innovators | Example of funding acquisition and real impact | Dr N. Kehagias Nanotypos |
| 15:50 - 16:10 | Success story of innovators | Example of funding acquisition and real impact | Dr E. Nanaki HELLENiQ ENERGY |
| 16:10 - 16:30 | Opportunities of innovation and funding acquisition | Synergy potential and targeted impact for researchers | Prof A. Tsakanikas NTUA Technology Transfer Office |
| End of workshop |
This event will be held in Greek language.
The “BIOMAC Greek Stakeholder Engagement Workshop” will be held in 31st of May, supported by the BIOMAC project, as a satellite event to the Polymers Conference 2024.
The workshop will include:
- Presentation of BIOMAC project
- Overview of BIOMAC Pilot Lines and test cases
- Access to BIOMAC infrastructure
- Available funding sources for Greek stakeholders
Register today for free!
You may attend the Greek Stakeholder engagement workshop either physically or virtually.
Looking forward to seeing you in Athens!
Venue: WAR MUSEUM
Address: Rizari 2-4, Athina 106 75, Greece
The event will be held in the city of Athens, at the War museum, on 31st of May 2024. This iconic venue not only boasts a rich historical significance but also provides an exceptional setting that blends seamlessly with themes of innovation and knowledge. Situated in the heart of Athens, the War Museum offers versatile spaces perfectly suited for presentations, workshops, and networking sessions. Its central location and excellent accessibility to transportation and accommodations ensure convenience for attendees coming from all corners of the globe. We invite you to join us in this inspiring environment as we unite experts and enthusiasts alike for an unforgettable event.
