TU Austria and TU9 – alliances of leading technical universities in Austria and Germany – hosted around 100 EU representatives, industry leaders, and university experts in Brussels. The discussion focused on the upcoming EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10) and the European Competitiveness Fund (ECF), exploring how technical universities can bridge basic research, industrial application, and societal impact.Speakers emphasized Europe’s need for consistent investment in research, innovation spaces, and talent to secure technological sovereignty. Key topics included fostering technological growth, supporting start-ups and deep tech, strengthening industrial capacities, and promoting mission-oriented excellence. TU Austria and TU9 highlighted their long-standing experience in research, education, and international collaboration, underscoring their readiness to contribute to Europe’s competitiveness and innovation ecosystem.
Source: TU Wien
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