UIC´25 University-Industry Collaboration

 

Collaboration between universities and industry is an essential driver for innovation and global competitiveness. However, this partnership's impact depends on higher education institutions' ability to adopt emerging technologies, develop innovative educational models, and strengthen knowledge transfer.

 

This special track invites researchers, educators, and professionals to explore how digital transformation, innovative teaching methodologies, and new forms of university-industry interaction can contribute to the advancement of higher education and the knowledge economy.

 

The session will cover topics such as gamification, artificial intelligence in education, digital learning platforms, public-private partnerships, and applied research, promoting a space for sharing experiences, challenges, and opportunities.’

 

Topics of Interest (non-exclusive):

- Models of university-industry collaboration in the digital age

- Technology transfer and innovation in higher education

- Partnerships for the development of digital competences in the business sector

- Education based on real industry challenges

- Hybrid training programmes (university-industry)

- Digital platforms for collaboration between universities and companies

- Artificial intelligence, machine learning and big data in the university-industry connection

- Gamification and active methodologies for applied learning

- Funding and incentives for collaborative innovation between companies and universities

 

Special Session Organising Committee (Chairs):

Ana Borges, Polytechnic University of Porto, Portugal

Alexandra Braga, Polytechnic University of Porto, Portugal

Wellington Alves, Polytechnic University of Porto, Portugal

 

Contacts for further information: aib@estg.ipp.ptpt

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