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The Alan Turing Institute, founded in the UK, is the national institute for data science and artificial intelligence. It connects advanced research in computer science, mathematics, statistics, and systems engineering with practical applications across public and private sectors. The Institute collaborates with universities, industry partners, and policymakers to address challenges in data science and AI while attracting global expertise. Located at the British Library in London’s Knowledge Quarter, it supports interdisciplinary research relevant to a wide range of scientific fields and business sectors.

The University of Oxford is a world-renowned academic institution based in England. Established in the 12th century, it is the oldest university in the English-speaking world and is renowned today for its leadership in education, research, and innovation across a range of disciplines. The University of Oxford is internationally recognized for its outstanding research and is home to many of the world’s leading scientists and academics. Leveraging an extensive network of partnerships and cross-disciplinary cooperation, Oxford tackles real-world problems and enhances lives globally.
The university actively participates in UK and EU-funded initiatives, bringing together multidisciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, ethicists, and policy experts to address global challenges by developing scalable, high-impact solutions.

Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich (ETH Zurich), founded in 1855, is one of Europe’s leading science and technology universities with a global reputation. It offers a wide range of disciplines, including natural sciences, engineering, architecture, mathematics, management, and social sciences.
Internationally recognized for its innovation, ETH Zurich registers around 90 patents and 200 inventions annually and has produced over 380 spin-offs since 1996. With 21 Nobel laureates among its community, the university consistently ranks among Europe’s top research institutions.

The École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), based in Switzerland, is a leading research university focused on science, technology, and innovation. As one of the two Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology, EPFL plays a key role in advancing research and education in Europe. The university combines scientific excellence with societal impact, with strengths in fields such as data science, personalized health, biomedical engineering, robotics, and energy. Through strategic initiatives like the Swiss National AI Initiative and the Swiss Data Science Centre, EPFL fosters transdisciplinary collaboration and international partnerships.

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), based in Germany, is a leading research university and the only University of Excellence with a national large-scale research mission. Established in 2009 from the merger of the Technical University of Karlsruhe and the Karlsruhe Research Center, KIT uniquely combines academic education with Helmholtz Association research infrastructure. KIT plays a key role in addressing global challenges in energy, mobility, and information through cutting-edge interdisciplinary research across science, engineering, economics, and the humanities. In the field of artificial intelligence, KIT is internationally recognized for its expertise in language technologies.

Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK), based in Italy, is a leading research center focused on technology, innovation, and the humanities and social sciences. Since the 1980s, FBK has played a pivotal role in the development of artificial intelligence in Europe, adopting a comprehensive and reliable approach. FBK combines scientific excellence with social impact, specializing in areas such as sensor technology, 3D silicon detectors, photonics, microelectronics, and devices for biomedicine, space, the environment, and the digital industry.

The Academic Computer Center CYFRONET AGH is the longest-operating and one of the largest supercomputing and networking centres in Poland, with a history of providing access to supercomputing resources dating back to 1975. For years, ACC Cyfronet AGH has been the operator of the fastest supercomputers in Poland, repeatedly listed on the TOP500 world list, as well as very high-capacity data storage systems. It has three data centres, its own fibre-optic network, as well as technical facilities, personnel and competencies, allowing it to operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The centre is an administrator of the MAN network in Krakow and is an essential node of the PIONIER academic network, connected to the European GÉANT network. Cyfronet is actively involved in leading European projects related to the development of supercomputing technologies and services based on them.

Pi School is an international hub for applied AI, where top engineering talent solves real-world challenges from global companies and start-ups. Through its flagship School of Artificial Intelligence programme, participants learn to apply cutting-edge AI technology under the guidance of world-class experts. In addition to training, Pi School drives applied AI research through projects with worldwide institutions such as the European Space Agency Φ-lab. In collaboration with the ESA, Pi School is developing EVE (AI Virtual Expert for Earth Observation) and CIN (Collaborative Innovation Network) that aims to accelerate the future of Earth Observation. Pi School bridges the gap between academic insight and industry transformation.

Heidelberg University Hospital, affiliated with Heidelberg University in Germany, is a leading medical center renowned for its clinical care, research, and education across numerous specialties. Established in 1388, it combines medical excellence with innovation, particularly in oncology through its National Center for Tumor Diseases. The hospital is also a pioneer in applying cutting-edge AI alongside clinical expertise in cardiovascular medicine.

Meteorological and Environmental Earth Observation (MEEO) is a privately-held company founded in 2004 in Italy, specializing in Earth Observation data access and preprocessing. As a long-term industrial partner of the European Space Agency, MEEO bridges satellite imagery applications and algorithms, supporting public and private sectors with advanced geospatial technologies. MEEO enables the innovative use of Earth Observation data in relation to climate, air quality, land use and marine environments, and contributes to research and industry through numerous collaborations and data-driven services.

SISTEMA was founded in 2009 in Austria as an extension of MEEO’s research and development initiatives. The company specializes in Earth Observation data access and preprocessing. Over time, the company has progressed from rapid prototyping to delivering mature products and services. Working closely with MEEO, SISTEMA plays a key role in the satellite imagery sector, connecting algorithms with real-world applications to improve insights into our planet.

The University of Barcelona is a leading public institution recognized for its excellence in research, education, and innovation. Founded in 1450, it is Spain’s top-ranked university and a member of the League of European Research Universities (LERU). The university excels across a broad spectrum of disciplines and hosts prominent research centers, including the BCN-AIM Lab, which focuses on AI applications in medicine. With strong links to hospitals and international initiatives such as the European Space Agency’s GAIA project, the University of Barcelona combines academic rigor with high-impact research to address global challenges.

Amsterdam UMC, based in the Netherlands, is the country’s largest university hospital and a leading academic medical center. Established in 2018 through the merger of the Academic Medical Center (AMC) and VU University Medical Center (VUmc), it is affiliated with both the University of Amsterdam and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Amsterdam UMC combines advanced patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and top-tier education, with particular focus on complex treatments, rare diseases, and the use of artificial intelligence in medicine. Through innovation and regional partnerships, it plays a key role in shaping the future of healthcare and medical science.

Data Valley Consulting is an Italian tech company specializing in data governance and data-sharing solutions, offering a unique combination of advanced data anonymization and synthesis technologies alongside robust legal frameworks. The company’s expertise in regulatory compliance helps organizations manage and utilize their data in accordance with European laws and values.
Supported by a multidisciplinary team of lawyers, engineers, data scientists, researchers, and linguists, Data Valley assists large enterprises, public institutions, SMEs, and start-ups in developing innovative business models and monetizing their data assets.

Lynkeus is a strategy consultancy firm founded in Italy, specializing in IT solutions for the biomedical sciences. With a strong focus on real-world medical applications—particularly in cardiology—Lynkeus has, since its foundation in 2001, gained extensive experience managing EU-funded projects in areas such as AI, advanced analytics, privacy-enhancing technologies, synthetic data, and secure computation. Its multidisciplinary team operates at the intersection of technology, ethics, and law to develop scalable, compliant systems.

Vlaamse Instelling voor Technologisch Onderzoek NV (VITO), an independent research organization founded in Belgium, is a leading European center for cleantech and sustainable development. Leveraging multidisciplinary expertise across more than 40 research domains and advanced lab and data infrastructures, VITO translates scientific insights into innovative technologies, AI-driven solutions, and strategic policy advice. Its mission is to accelerate the transition toward a circular economy, clean energy, and healthy living environments. Through close collaboration with industry, governments, and society, VITO delivers practical solutions to real-world challenges in energy, materials, climate resilience, and healthcare.

The Vall d’Hebron Institute of Research (VHIR), based at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital in Spain, is a leading public research center dedicated to biomedical innovation, clinical and translational research, and education. Founded in 1994, VHIR addresses major health challenges through basic, translational, and clinical research. It is widely recognized as a national and European leader in hospital-based biomedical science.

Deepset is an AI scaleup based in Berlin, Germany. The company specializes in simplifying and accelerating the development of custom AI agents and applications. Founded in 2020, the company developed Haystack, an open-source Python framework that has since become an enterprise standard for building AI solutions.
Deepset’s mission is to make custom AI solutions accessible to all organizations by bridging the gap between complex algorithms and practical applications, driving widespread AI adoption and impact.

Imperial College London is a world-leading university for science, technology, engineering, medicine, and business, where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact. Founded in 1907 with the mission “to be useful,” Imperial advances knowledge through deep scientific understanding and real-world application. Ranked No. 1 in Europe and No. 2 globally in the 2025 QS World University Rankings—based on research impact, academic reputation, and global outlook—Imperial is also home to 14 Nobel Prize winners. Its leadership in AI spans machine learning, robotics, computer vision, NLP, and multimodal systems, driving breakthroughs across disciplines.