Founding Partners
UNESCO is dedicated to fostering a culture of peace, eradicating poverty, and promoting sustainable development and intercultural dialogue through education. As the only United Nations agency with a mandate to cover all aspects of education, UNESCO mission in education is to promote peace and sustainable development by ensuring equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all, fostering global citizenship and cultural understanding.
Euro-BioImaging is the European landmark research infrastructure for biological and biomedical imaging as recognised by the European Strategy Forum on Research Infrastructures (ESFRI). Through Euro-BioImaging, life scientists can access imaging instruments, expertise, training opportunities and data management services that they might not find at their home institutions or among their collaboration partners.
Contributing Partners
The Vrije Universiteit Brussel is a beacon of free inquiry and critical thinking, rooted in the heart of Europe. With a commitment to high-quality research and customized education, VUB fosters innovation and societal progress, educating future leaders and actively contributing to build a sustainable future.
The University of Salerno, standing on the rich educational heritage of the Schola Medica Salernitana, bridges a venerable past with its modern incarnation as a dynamic and forward-looking institution. Founded in the 8th century and flourishing in the medieval era, UNISA continues the tradition of excellence into the 21st century.
The Université Libre de Bruxelles is a multicultural university with more than a third of its students and researchers coming from abroad. Internationalism is a daily reality at the ULB, where students live and work on campus in the image of Brussels, one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world.
The European Gravitational Observatory, located in Cascina, in the countryside near Pisa is the institutional home of the Virgo experiment, the only gravitational wave detector in Europe. More than 800 scientists from 15 countries contribute the Virgo Scientific Collaboration.
Materias is a venture builder specialized in advanced materials, with the goal of bringing university research closer to new business opportunities, acting as a catalyst for the development and market entry of advanced technologies. With a multidisciplinary team and translational laboratories, it acts as a connector between the world of research and businesses, within a dynamic ecosystem of innovation.
STREETS is a project that celebrates science and research as dynamic forces, closely weaving scientific progress with the social fabric. Through active collaboration among the partners, STREETS aims to make research accessible and relevant to everyone, highlighting its impact on everyday life and promoting an ethical and sustainable future.
The Fund for Scientific Research (F.R.S.–FNRS) is a key institution in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation, promoting fundamental scientific research and within the framework of initiatives presented by researchers fostering innovation. As it celebrates its 90th anniversary, the FNRS continues to drive scientific excellence and collaboration, particularly through its strategic plan.
MAGNAMED is an international project that designs novel magnetic materials at the nanoscale for innovative cancer therapies and diagnosis. The project is a cross-sectoral and interdisciplinary collaboration involving Physics, Chemistry, and Medicine, with a significant impact on the European strategy for early-stage cancer detection and the development.
The Research Foundation – Flanders (FWO) stimulates and financially supports fundamental scientific research, strategic basic research, clinical scientific research, the purchase of large-scale and medium-scale research infrastructure, and the management of large computing capacity in Flanders..
The Joint Research Centre (JRC) is the European Commission’s science and knowledge service, employing scientists to conduct research that provides independent scientific advice and supports EU policy. It plays a crucial role in the EU policy cycle, contributing to Horizon Europe’s objectives and offering expertise across various disciplines.
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ArtScience Adventures is a platform that fosters innovation through the integration of artistic expression and scientific inquiry. The initiative encourages the merging of sensory and intellectual exploration to unlock creative potential. For over three decades, ArtScience Adventure has been inspiring a culture of imaginative thinking and lifelong learning.
Supporters
The Human Brain Project (HBP) has been one of the largest research projects funded by the European Union. As a long-term and large-scale research initiative, HBP has pioneered digital brain research, contributing to a deeper understanding of the complex structure and function of the human brain
APEE BRU IV, the Association of Parents of Students at the European School of Brussels IV, is a dedicated group working to enhance the educational experience. They manage essential services and also support community projects and events through a communal fund.
The European School of Brussels IV (EEB4) offers a unique multilingual and multicultural education to students from nursery to secondary level. Established in 2007, it’s part of a network of schools created for children of EU institution staff, providing a high-quality education that emphasizes linguistic diversity and cultural understanding.
Friends, Community Builders & Advocates
Labolobo
Labolobo is a non-profit association that fosters intergenerational solidarity within urban communities. Labolobo combats age-related isolation and stereotypes, promoting empathy, respect, and a stronger social fabric. It’s a place where all ages come together to learn from each other and share experiences, ensuring that age is never a barrier to community.
The Carano4Children non-profit foundation aims to provide innovative educational resources and engaging learning experiences that inspire curiosity, foster creativity, and encourage the pursuit of knowledge. With a focus on inclusivity and accessibility, it aims to make quality education available to every child, helping them to build a brighter future for themselves and the world.
Greenlight for Girls is an international established non-profit organization committed to lighting up the future of STEM for girls through dynamic and interactive experiences. Its goal is to instill confidence and enthusiasm in girls of all ages and backgrounds, showing them that the world of science is fun, accessible, and most importantly, theirs for the taking.
The New European Bauhaus is an EU initiative fostering beautiful, inclusive, and environmentally harmonious design for a greener future. It’s a call to action for co-creation, inviting diverse minds to build a future that’s environmentally harmonious, culturally rich, and accessible to all.
People Solutions in Action (PSA) is a registered non-profit organization focused on creative educational development and youth wellbeing
in South Africa. PSA fosters a resilient student community, offering mentorship and industry connections to guide artistic careers. Through community projects and art, PSA enhances mental wellbeing and empowers youth to confidently navigate their futures.
The Fulbright Program aims to advance global education, transcending borders and uniting minds. The program fosters empowerment through knowledge, where academic pursuits are dared and compared, to cultivate leaders through scholarly exchange, and to use education as a tool for change.
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