Horizons of Innovation 2026
EXPLORE THE FORUM
Rather than following a traditional conference format, the Forum is built around six interconnected zones, each offering a different way to learn, connect, collaborate and create impact.
INNOVATION MINDSET ZONE
Where new ideas challenge old assumptions.
The Forum's opening space, designed to set the strategic direction for the day. It challenges conventional thinking and explores the future of European innovation, collaboration and competitiveness.
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RESEARCH IN ACTION ZONE
Turning ideas into European projects.
This hands-on space focuses on project development, consortium building and collaboration between researchers, companies and evaluators to transform promising ideas into competitive European initiatives.
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INSIGHTS & IMPACT ZONE
Learning from experience.
A space for practical insights, honest conversations and lessons rarely shared on conference stages. Participants explore evaluation perspectives, project experiences, emerging trends and the realities behind successful innovation and research initiatives.
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REAL-WORLD SOLUTIONS ZONE
Showcasing innovation. Inspiring adoption.
Through interactive showcases, practical demonstrations and expert conversations, participants discover how AI is already transforming industries while exploring new opportunities for collaboration, technology adoption and innovation.
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COLLABORATION ZONE
Where future partnerships begin.
The Forum's networking hub designed to create meaningful connections. The focus is on building collaborations that continue well beyond the event itself.
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FLOW & RECHARGE ZONE
Because the best conversations rarely happen on stage.
An informal networking space where participants can recharge, continue conversations and connect naturally between sessions. Many of the Forum's most valuable discussions and future partnerships begin here.
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