HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-05: Long-term contribution of basic skills to productivity, innovation, competitiveness and economic growth

DASATO can serve as an implementation and validation partner by translating research on basic skills into real-world educational programs, directly testing how competencies like critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability impact students’ readiness for the labor market. Through its strong network of schools, companies, and regional ecosystems, DASATO can pilot interventions, collect longitudinal data, and provide evidence on how non-formal and project-based learning contributes to productivity and innovation outcomes. Additionally, DASATO can act as a bridge between academia and practice, ensuring that research insights are scaled into actionable models that strengthen regional talent pipelines and long-term economic growth.