UNICA Research Meeting: “Advancing Research for a Sustainable Future” | 19-20 Nov 2026, Ankara University & METU

This event is exclusive for representatives from UNICA member universities.

Target audience

Vice-Rectors Research, EU Research Officers, University representatives and experts in Research Infrastructures, Data Management & Security

Objectives

• Strengthen strategic collaboration among UNICA universities on sustainability-oriented research and innovation.
• Exchange institutional approaches to interdisciplinary research addressing climate, energy, and societal resilience.
• Explore how digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and open science can enhance sustainable research ecosystems.
• Reflect on the implications of COP31 for research policy and identify opportunities for collective action within the UNICA network.
• Foster new partnerships and collaborative initiatives among universities, researchers, and external stakeholders.
• Encourage peer learning and networking through academic exchange and a shared cultural experience.

More information coming soon!