Join us for the EINSTEIN Project International Conference
We are pleased to invite you to the EINSTEIN Project International Conference, a landmark event dedicated to exploring the critical role of internationalization in achieving Research & Innovation (R&I) excellence. This conference will unite global thought leaders, academics, researchers, and policymakers to discuss how strategic international collaboration can transform local achievements into worldwide influence.
Date: June 5, 2026
Location: Amphitheater of the Rectorate, University of Novi Sad, Novi Sad, Serbia
Conference Highlights
Opening Remarks: Prof. Dr. Goran Stojanović, University of Novi Sad (UNS), Serbia
Keynote Address: Global Trends in Higher Education/Research Internationalization Dr. Rob Davidson, Visiting Fellow, University of Greenwich, UK
European University Partnerships Panel: Hear firsthand experiences from distinguished institutions:
- DTU (Denmark) – Dr. Morteza Alehossieni
- WUR (Netherlands) – Prof. Dr. Renger F. Witkamp
- JKU (Austria) – Dr. Mihai Irimia-Vladu
Strategic Sessions:
- Internationalization at UNS through IRO: Ivan Vujić (University of Novi Sad)
- Driving Innovation via International Grants: Prof. Dr. Danijela Ćirić Lalić (Faculty of Technical Sciences, UNS)
- Engineering Creativity Centre (ECC) as a Global Hub: Dr. Sanja Kojić (UNS)
- The Role of EU Projects: Prof. Dr. Jelena Stanković (University of Niš) & Dr. Valentina Basoli (University of Basel)
Roundtable Discussion: The Importance of Internationalization and Alumni Cooperation for HEIs Moderator: Ivana Knežević (University of Novi Sad) Panelists:
- Branko Vuksan (Alumni Foundation University of Belgrade)
- Gordana Vlahović (Faculty of Sciences, UNS)
- Kristina Petrović (EINSTEIN Project Manager)
Innovative Models & Future Perspectives:
- Beyond Grants: How Horizon Europe Shapes Institutional Identity
- The Impact of COST Actions on Internationalization
- Case Studies from the Faculty of Technical Sciences
Download the full conference agenda here and prepare for a day of networking, collaboration and innovation.