As part of the Polish Presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2025, Poland will host a series of important events bringing together scientists, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss key issues related to science, innovation, and sustainable development.
Technology Infrastructures: A Strategic Asset for European Competitiveness
Date: May 6–7, 2025
Location: Warsaw, Poland + online
Description: Policymakers, industry leaders, research and technology organisations, academia and innovators will come together to discuss the role of Technology Infrastructures in boosting European innovation and competitiveness. The conference will cover policy insights on the role of Technology Infrastructures in Europe’s industrial and innovation landscape as well as strategic discussions on mobilising investments, improving accessibility and developing robust policy frameworks for Technology Infrastructures.
Organizers: Łukasiewicz Research Network; European Commission
Link: Events | The research and innovation community platform
Quantum Horizons Conference: Science – Policy – Society
Date: May 7–8, 2025
Location: Gdańsk, Poland
Description: This event will focus on the intersection of quantum science, policy, and society, discussing the challenges and opportunities posed by quantum technologies. Discussions will explore how these innovations will impact various sectors and society as a whole.
Organizers: Ministry of Science and Higher Education; National Centre for Research and Development; European Commission
EU Innovation Journey’25
Date: May 12–13, 2025
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Description: This event will bring together stakeholders from academia, industry, and government to explore the future of innovation in Europe. Participants will discuss the EU’s role in global innovation and the impact of new technologies on economic growth and sustainable development.
Organizers: European Commission; Ministry of Science and Higher Education; National Centre for Research and Development
Link: EU Innovation Journey
Side Events
EUInnovateTogether – Bridging Western Corporations and CE Science & Academia for Collaborative R&I
13 May 2025
A unique opportunity to connect with potential A transformative initiative aimed at fostering deep research and innovation (R&I) partnerships between Western European corporations and vibrant scientific communities in Central Europe. It merges corporate R&D expertise with the creativity and fresh perspectives of academia to stimulate innovation..
Journey to EU Projects – Matchmaking Session
13 May 2025
A unique opportunity to connect with potential collaborators and R&D partners from key sectors in the European innovation landscape. Whether you’re a startup, company, research institution, or policymaker, this session offers valuable networking to co-develop impactful solutions. Take advantage of one-on-one meetings with participants of interest.
European Parliament Pilot Project on Gender Gap in Investments
12 May 2025
Managed by EISMEA, this pioneering pilot project aims to address gender inequalities in the investment landscape. Focusing on women-led companies and funds, the project seeks to uncover and analyze the root causes of the gender investment gap.
FISA–EURADWASTE 2025 & SNETP Forum
Date: May 12–16, 2025
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Description: The FISA–EURADWASTE 2025 conference aims to assess the progress and future directions of research and innovation in the fields of nuclear safety and radioactive waste management under the EURATOM programmes. The event will focus on the achievements of EU-funded research projects in nuclear energy, R&D priorities and strategies in the context of the European Green Deal and energy transition, as well as strengthening international cooperation in nuclear safety and knowledge management.
Organizers: European Commission, National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ), in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry
LifeScience4EU Conference 2025
Date: May 15–16, 2025
Location: Kraków, Poland
Description: This conference, part of the Polish EU Council Presidency, will bring together top experts to explore how biotechnology, digital health, and next-generation medical technologies can drive major changes. By aligning innovation with policy and regulation, it aims to build a more resilient and competitive European healthcare sector.
Organizers: European Commission; Ministry of Science and Higher Education; Life Science Kraków Cluster; Jagiellonian University
Link: LifeScience4EU – Shaping the Future of Life Sciences Together!
EUIndTech 2025: Industrial Technologies and Materials for a Sustainable Europe
Date: June 2–4, 2025
Location: Kraków, Poland
Description: This major event, organized with the participation of the Mineral and Energy Economy Research Institute of the Polish Academy of Sciences will focus on industrial technologies and materials contributing to a sustainable Europe. It will highlight the latest innovations in industrial production and sustainable materials to accelerate Europe’s green transition.
Organizers: Ministry of Science and Higher Education; Mineral and Energy Economy Research Institute, Polish Academy of Sciences; Małopolska Region; European Commission
Link: IndTech2025 Conference
Europe and mobilities : challenges and opportunities for socio-economic transformations
Date: June 04–06, 2025
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Description: The conference will provide a forum to discuss key socio-economic changes shaping contemporary Europe. Thematic panels will explore issues such as demography and migration, EU neighbourhood policy, the future of liberal democracy, technological change, and the green transition reshaping the European economy. Leading scholars, policymakers, and representatives of international and non-governmental organizations will gather to exchange insights and seek solutions to Europe’s most pressing challenges.
Organizers: Centre of Excellence in Social Sciences (University of Warsaw); Centre of Migration Research (University of Warsaw); National Science Centre; National Centre for Research and Development; Ministry of Science and Higher Education
Link: Europe and mobilities : challenges and opportunities for socio-economic transformations
Forum of European University Networks
Date: June 12–13, 2025
Location: Wrocław, Poland
Description: This forum will serve as a platform for dialogue, experience exchange, and shaping the future of European higher education. It will gather academic and administrative representatives of university networks, national agencies, policymakers, and public administration to jointly analyze key challenges and perspectives within the European Higher Education Area.
Organizers: Ministry of Science and Higher Education; University of Wrocław; European Commission
