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Women in Motion: Exploring AI and movement analysis with hands-on training

Participants engage in hands-on AI training during the ‘Women in Motion’ workshop at CERN IdeaSquare
‘Women in Motion’ workshop at CERN IdeaSquare Participants engage in hands-on AI training during the ‘Women in Motion’ workshop at CERN IdeaSquare

ATTRACT Final Conference – Bringing big science, talent and technology together

ATTRACT Final Conference – Bringing big science, talent and technology together

ATTRACT hosted its Final Conference in Brussels, Belgium, on 2–3 July 2025. The event served as a dynamic platform for bringing together all key actors involved in ATTRACT phase 2 to showcase their achievements and impact. For two days, participants had the opportunity to gain firsthand insights into the practical implementation of the ATTRACT model and its contribution to advancing innovation across research, industry, and society.

Watch this video that summarizes this significant milestone for ATTRACT phase 2.



ATTRACT celebrates successes at final conference

The initiative helped develop breakthrough detection and imaging technologies and tested a model for innovation in Europe
ATTRACT Final conference The initiative helped develop breakthrough detection and imaging technologies and tested a model for innovation in Europe

Hacking quantum materials for sustainable development

From 11-13 July, 35 students from over 20 countries came together at CERN IdeaSquare to take part in a hackathon co-organised by OQI and the University of Geneva (Geneva Responsible Entrepreneurship Center).
Quantum Materials Hackathon From 11-13 July, 35 students from over 20 countries came together at CERN IdeaSquare to take part in a hackathon co-organised by OQI and the University of Geneva (Geneva Responsible Entrepreneurship Center).

Puff, the magic jacket: In this EU project, students design some surprising tech prototypes

Clothing that sucks drinking-water direct from the air is among the novelties that 1,400+ students have devised as part of ATTRACT Academy’s training for future tech entrepreneurs
Puff, the magic jacket: In this EU project, students design some surprising tech prototypes Clothing that sucks drinking-water direct from the air is among the novelties that 1,400+ students have devised as part of ATTRACT Academy’s training for future tech entrepreneurs

ATTRACT Academy: empowering Europe’s next generation of innovators

ATTRACT Academy: empowering Europe’s next generation of innovators

The ATTRACT Academy is revolutionising how students engage with deep-tech innovation and entrepreneurship. Born from the success of the ‘Young Innovators and Entrepreneurs’ pilot in ATTRACT phase 1, it scaled up its impact during phase 2, expanding its reach to multiple universities across Europe.



IdeaSquare launches its new educational programme after completing its pilot phase

With the launch of the IdeaSquare Planet programme comes an opportunity to participate in a co-creation workshop involving science fiction and space.
IdeaSquare launches its new educational programme after completing its pilot phase With the launch of the IdeaSquare Planet programme comes an opportunity to participate in a co-creation workshop involving science fiction and space.

TeSI programme: connecting science and business to address societal challenges

TeSI programme: connecting science and business to address societal challenges

Technological advancements continue to play a significant role in addressing societal challenges. The intersection of technology, business, and design provides opportunities for developing innovative solutions that respond to critical social needs. Within this framework, different initiatives aim to bridge the gap between scientific research and real-world applications, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration. 



ATTRACT Final conference—Register now!

ATTRACT Final conference

The ATTRACT effect: How big science and tech will make Europe more competitive

This event serves as a dynamic platform, bringing together all key actors involved within the ATTRACT phase 2 to showcase their achievements and impact. It underscores ATTRACT’s transformative role in fostering deep-tech innovation, bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and market-ready applications, and strengthening Europe’s global competitiveness. 



CBI A3 programme: empowering students across continents to tackle global challenges

CBI A3 programme: empowering students across continents to tackle global challenges

The increasing complexity of societal challenges has led to the emergence of educational programmes that aim to equip students with the necessary skills to develop innovative solutions. These programmes focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering global responsibility, and leveraging emerging technologies. By integrating different domains, including deep technology, design, and engineering, among others, such programmes prepare students to address issues aligned with global sustainability goals.



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