Programme
From Research to Impact: Unlocking the Materials Ecosystem
Where Partnerships Accelerate Innovation
| 10:00 - 10:30 | Registration and Welcome Coffee |
| 10:30 - 10:40 |
Welcome & Opening Remarks Moderated by: David Rose, IMPACTComms |
| 10:40 - 11:15 |
Opening Keynote & Fireside Chat Deep science, the ultimate innovation lever Abstract: Recent research highlights the significant impact of fundamental science on productivity growth, which is more outspoken than the impact of applied research. These insights emphasize the role and position of academic institutions in the collaborative innovation landscape. Their ability to cover the full TRL spectrum turns them into primary actors in collaborative innovation ecosystems. Keynote (20 min) followed by a fireside chat with the moderator Professor Koenraad Debackere, KU Leuven, Department of Management, Strategy and Innovation In conversation with David Rose, IMPACTComms |
| 11:15 - 11:50 |
Interactive Keynote Pilotitis, Talking Shops and What Holds Ecosystem Innovation Back Remco Lenstra, RE-FRAMED, Academic Director AMS, Guest Professor EDHEC |
| 11:50 - 12:00 | Morning Reflection & Key Takeaways |
| 12:00 - 13:00 | Networking Lunch |
| 13:00 - 13:15 |
MateriNex in Action: Community Building, Impact and What’s Next Johan Vangrunderbeek, Coordinator MateriNex |
| 13:15 - 13:50 |
ICON Project Spotlight: CRYOSTAT Partner Panel |
| 13:50 - 14:25 |
ICON Project Spotlight: CUALITY Partner Panel |
| 14:25 - 14:45 |
Closing Keynote A new world order: technology and innovation as the engine of a strong and collaborative Europe. Abstract: Europe stands at a turning point where technology is no longer merely supportive, but decisive for our economic strength, security, and prosperity. In a world of rapid acceleration and geopolitical tension, the key lies in innovation and collaboration. This keynote aims to inspire collaboration towards a resilient and future-ready Europe. Jolyce Demely, Director-General of Agoria Flanders |
| 14:45 - 15:00 |
Closing Conversation: Reflections & What’s Next for MateriNex David Rose (IMPACTComms) in conversation with the MateriNex Innovation Managers, Marijke Jacobs and Luc Van Ginneken
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| 15:00 - 16:00 | Networking Reception |