The fourth edition of the EELISA Prototype Contest, an initiative organized by the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität (FAU), which brings together innovative projects from all the institutions of the Alliance, has come to an end. Over the course of three days, participants received expert guidance to developing their ideas, products, and services. By training in open innovation methods, customer-centric design,…
For the fourth year in a row, EELISA institutions came together to bring EELISA Days to life: a full month of dynamic activities, inspiring lectures, creative competitions, and cross-border collaboration. Students, academics, staff, and external partners from all ten institutions contributed to an atmosphere of shared purpose and innovation. Across 62 diverse activities, this edition…
Sustainable development and climate protection are among the most pressing challenges of our time. In response, the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, providing a global framework for action. At the European level, the commitment to building sustainable and resilient societies and economies has become a strategic priority, with the green…
Do you have an idea for an activity that will transform higher education? Are you excited to foster collaboration, or tackle global challenges? This is your chance to make it happen. EELISA is launching its 6th Joint Call, offering up to €12.000 per activity, to support innovative, educational projects led by EELISA Communities. Whether you’re…
As technology increasingly shapes global power dynamics, universities are emerging as key players in what experts now call tech diplomacy. This concept, at the intersection of science, innovation, and international relations, goes beyond traditional diplomacy to include actors like researchers, engineers, startups, and tech companies. In the latest episode of the EELISA 2.0 podcast, UPM’s…
The EELISA Joint Pedagogical Support Programme Training (JPSP) is an initiative designed to foster innovative teaching practices, support faculty development, and enhance student learning through cutting-edge methodologies and collaborative environments. Organized by the EELISA Innovative Teaching and Learning Hubs working group, this programme aims to integrate technology while promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, serving as a catalyst…
How can Europe build a resilient, inclusive innovation ecosystem that reflects its values and prepares for global challenges? In the first episode of the EELISA 2.0 Podcast Series, host Johanna Hojer (FAU) is joined by Nina Walker, a PhD researcher at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) and Scientific Associate at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). Their…
Student mobilities represent a cornerstone of EELISA, offering students transformative opportunities to engage with diverse cultures, gain interdisciplinary knowledge, while acknowledgeing and seeking solutions for real-world challenges. Among the many opportunities EELISA offers, Seasonal Schools are an ideal option for short-term immersive learning. These programs blend academic with experiential learning, enabling students to dive into…
In 2022, under the scope of EELISA InnoCORE (EELISA INNOvation and COmmon REsearch Strategy), a group of experts in EU projects and policy-making from each EELISA partner institution joined forces to address key European policy challenges. This collaboration led to the creation of the EELISA Policy Liaison Board (PLB). One of the PLB’s major milestones…
A new word has made a strong entrance into the vocabulary of higher education in Europe: BIPs. But this isn’t a digital device or a phonetic expression—it’s an acronym for a new educational program format that leverages innovative learning and teaching methods, including online cooperation. But what exactly do BIPs entail, and how does EELISA…